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Turmeric is a super popular spice, mostly known for its delicious color and flavor. This bright orange-yellow spice has long been used in the Eastern world for culinary and medicinal purposes.
Over the years, Western culture has finally realized the many benefits of turmeric. You probably know it best as one of the main ingredients in curry seasoning. However, it goes well with vegetables, beans, lentils and some meats.
And guess? It’s not just for seasoning your food. It’s also great for your skin – and yes, even your face.
Turmeric has antibacterial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties (responsible for most of the amazing and magical benefits this spice has). So you will see those words a lot throughout this post.
We will analyze how these properties can benefit your facial skin and give you all the best tips on how to effectively use turmeric on your face. Seatbelt.
12 benefits of using turmeric on your face
♡ Promotes bright and vibrant skin.
Because turmeric has both anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, it works wonders to restore your natural glow. No more dull and lackluster skin, we will become bright and radiant.
♡ Reduces signs of aging.
Turmeric contains an active ingredient called curcumin, which is known for its strong antioxidant properties. With this added antioxidant boost, you can say goodbye to fine lines and wrinkles.
♡ Prevent the harmful effects of free radicals.
Curcumin also helps prevent cell damage. This means fewer dark spots and more even skin tone.
♡ Regulates the pH of the skin.
Regulating the pH of the skin is an important part of maintaining clear and healthy skin. Literally anything can throw it away – dirt, chemicals, old makeup products, etc. Turmeric’s antibacterial properties clear the skin and help prevent pH imbalances.
♡ Cleanse the skin.
Turmeric has anti-bacterial properties that make it a great cleanser – even for your face. What is really good about turmeric powder it’s a literal powder. So it can really get into the crevices and pores and remove all those hard-to-reach impurities.
♡ Treat acne.
Turmeric’s anti-inflammatory properties can help you reduce the redness, swelling, and blemishes or scars you have right now. The antibacterial properties then clear your pores and help prevent future breakouts. This is consistent with eat turmeric and apply it topically.
♡ Treatment of skin diseases such as eczema, psoriasis and rosacea.
Turmeric starch is known to many as a house plant correct skin condition such as eczema, psoriasis, and rosacea. It not only soothes inflamed skin but also promotes faster healing and regeneration of affected areas.
♡ Heals dry & sensitive skin.
This spice is full of healing properties that not only restore and brighten the skin, but also heal the skin and protect it from future damage. Using turmeric on your face can also improve skin moisture levels by helping to restore the skin’s natural barrier.
If you have intense dry & sensitive skin, we recommend using this product sparingly. Although it has a lot of benefits, it maybe irritates very sensitive skin and causes negative side effects.
♡ Cleanses and promotes wound healing.
Antiseptic properties of turmeric making it a safe treatment for minor injuries. Like when you wax your eyebrows, when you pop a pimple, when you shave your legs, etc. It both cleans the wound and helps it heal.
♡ Remove pimples, bruises, blisters.
Boils, bruises and blisters – oh my. We hope none of you are facing ANY of these things on your face. However, if you are, or if you do someday in the future, turmeric can help. The anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of turmeric promote faster healing and faster regeneration of healthy skin cells.
♡ Reduce scars and bruises.
The antioxidants in turmeric can reduce hyperpigmentation and promote healthy cell regeneration. In addition, they protect the skin from further damage. As new and healthy cells replace your scar tissue and dead skin, your skin will be noticeably more even.
♡ Improves the skin’s natural defense system.
We know you hear this all the time, but your skin is your immune system’s first line of defense. And that’s why there are a good daily skin care routine is right. The point is, the healthier your skin is, the more you can fight off germs, bacteria, and viruses.
Plus, turmeric actually contains a lot of properties (all of which we’ve mentioned above) that are great for your immune system when eaten as a spice.
Turmeric can improve your immune system both internally and externally.
How to use turmeric on your face
+ Make turmeric masks (based on your needs).
The best way to use turmeric on the face is to apply a mask. There are many homemade turmeric masks online that can help you with many skin problems. So first, you will need to choose what type turmeric mask that you want to make. See some options below.
+ Perform patch testing.
Before use not at all new product, you’ll want to do patch testing. Good places to test facial products are the inside of the arm or the crease of the elbow.
+ Prepare a mask for you.
You want your turmeric mask to be able to really penetrate the skin. So to prepare your face for the mask, start with a gentle cleansing & exfoliating with baby wipes (or something similar). This will remove all dead skin and dirt and prepare your face for care.
Follow with Ice Roller or face pack.
There is nothing better than a cool facial massage after applying a revitalizing mask. After you have washed off the mask and applied facial oil, take an ice roller like MESS ICE HOT ROLLER& relax. Tips on how to use the stone roller can be found here.
Now, move on to different types of masks.
To moisturize & hydrate / treat dry skin conditions:
Take teaspoon of turmeric powder + cup of plain yogurt + 1 slice avocadoand mix. Apply on face for 15 minutes. Rinse and repeat 1-2 times/week.
The healing properties of turmeric combined with the proteins and omega-3s found in yogurt and avocado will leave you feeling hydrated and glowing.
♡ To clean/treat minor wounds:
Make a mixture with clean water and turmeric powder. Apply to the affected area and leave on for 3-5 minutes, depending on your wound. If you want, you can bandage it during this time, but it’s not necessary. If you’re bleeding a little (like a razor or a pimple), you should stop immediately. FYI, if you cut your hand from shaving, be sure to use TOOTHPASTE to really help your razor glide over your skin.
To treat acne:
Take ¼ teaspoon of turmeric powder + 3-4 drops face oil + 3-4 drops of acne treatment oil. Mix and apply on face. It should be a thick paste and will act as a facial exfoliator during rinsing. Wait 15 minutes and then rinse with warm water, using the mixture to exfoliate.
Acne-fighting oils include lavender, BriarNot only does it help heal the acne, but it also helps get rid of all that dead skin. Not to mention, Eat Turmeric can help prevent acne from the inside out.
♡ To protect & take care of your skin:
Take 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder + 1 teaspoon pure honey + 1 tablespoon coconut milk. Mix and apply on face. Leave for 20 minutes. Then rinse and Apply oils on the face and moisturizer.
Protecting and preserving skin begins with firming and smoothing. Organic ingredients combine to create the perfect anti-aging mask. When using this mask, remember to focus on the areas of the face that are most prone to inflammation.
add turmeric powder on your shopping list as soon as possible.
Honestly, add this spice to your diet AND into your skin care routine right away. Medicine is too good. This spice will really heal your skin from the inside out.
And great skin without a bit of chipping and snapping, what could be better? Follow the latest TSC beauty tool, Pink Balloon for the best at-home facial massage of your life. The pink disco-esque balls are unlike the others & they really stick to the face. Just a few minutes with these balls will leave AF sculpted.
x, the Skinny Secret team.
+ be sure to try this one yellow turmeric milk.
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