Turmeric is known as the golden spice of India. It is a traditional remedy and has been used as preventive medicine. It is one of the most essential spices used as an important ingredient in any Indian kitchen. In the Indian marriage ceremony of ‘Haldi’, turmeric mixed with curd and gram flour is rubbed on the face, arms and other body parts of the bride and groom as a body scrub to deep cleanse and exfoliate the skin. Afterward, turmeric paste is washed off while bathing.
Turmeric is known for its antiseptic and wound healing properties. It is a great skincare product and is apt for many ‘Ayurvedic’ skincare treatments. Turmeric has been classified as GRAS (general recognition of safety) BY the FDA.
Benefits of skincare with turmeric
1. It is natural, safe, inexpensive, and easily available in your kitchen and in the market in powder, paste, and dried root forms.
2. It is high in anti-oxidant that assists in attacking free radicals to give youthful-looking skin and slow down cell damage.
3. Besides, it is a useful component in skincare recipes due to its antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-bacterial properties.
4. Eating turmeric acts as an effective blood purifier that helps to improve skin condition.
5. In addition, it helps in curing inflammatory skin conditions like acne, eczema, dry skin, and psoriasis. It also helps in reducing pigmentation.
Use of turmeric in skincare recipes
Age-defying face mask:
Ingredients:
- A pinch of turmeric powder
- One tablespoon sandalwood powder
- One tablespoon of milk cream
Mix a pinch of turmeric powder with one tablespoon of sandalwood powder and one tablespoon of milk cream, stir the mixture to make a smooth paste. Apply this face mask and leave it for 15-20 minutes. Now, wash your face with lukewarm water and pat it dry.
This face pack will nourish your skin, tighten the skin pores, and lighten the age spots. These are some of the benefits of skincare with turmeric.
Face mask for pigmentation:
Surprisingly, turmeric can be used in pigmentation to even out your skin tone and color. Mix turmeric with lemon or cucumber juice and apply it to your face. Leave it for 15-20 minutes and wash off.
Regular application of this paste will help in combating pigmentation and you will feel that you have regained your natural skin color gradually.
Face mask to treat wrinkles and fine lines:
Mix yogurt and honey with turmeric powder and apply the face mask. Wash your face after 20-25 minutes. Yogurt will exfoliate the skin and honey will attract the dust and moisturize the skin.
Turmeric will freshen the skin and make it soft and will also reduce the puffiness under the eyes. Regular use of this face mask will reduce fine lines and wrinkles.
Avoid stretch mark during pregnancy:
The appearance of stretch marks on the stomach during pregnancy is a common problem amongst women. You can avoid these stretch marks by applying yogurt mixed with turmeric on the stomach and wash off after five minutes.
Regular use of this mixture will help in maintaining the elasticity of the skin and avoid stretch marks.
Treating of cracked heels:
Take three teaspoons of turmeric powder, mix a few drops of coconut oil and apply it on your heels 10-15 minutes before taking bath. Apply it regularly till your heels become soft and supple.
Turmeric for the burn:
In case, you accidentally burn your skin, use turmeric for quick relief. Quickly, mix a teaspoon of turmeric powder with Aloe Vera gel and blend it properly. Apply it to the burn, it will heal the wound.
