Have you ever had Indian curry before? If so, then turmeric adds color, flavor, and fragrance that adds an exotic flare. Sourced from a bush related to ginger, it is often sold in its powdered form for sale. Many have come to depend on turmeric as a remedy for internal and external health concerns for years – while scientific proof may be limited, there’s little risk in trying out this ancient spice as part of skincare regimes – why not swap out curry for turmeric facial masking instead!
1 Making Turmeric Pastes For Skincare
Make a simple face mask paste. Turmeric has long been used as an effective skincare product by many individuals worldwide, and many recipes exist for using turmeric in skincare regimens. Below is one basic, general use facial paste that might serve well if you are new to turmeric skincare.
- Mix a small amount of turmeric powder in a bowl (start with less and gradually increase as necessary).
- Combine honey with full-fat yogurt or milk until a smooth paste forms when stirred, making sure it can easily be applied to skin without sliding off over time. Adjust thickness according to desired application method – too thin will have difficulty staying put, while too thick won’t stay put.
- Use it as a 20-minute face mask or apply directly onto areas with issues, from chapping to acne and age spots.
Choose a “gleaming skin” facial covering. If you want to retain or restore the youthful radiance of your complexion, there are various turmeric glues designed to give skin additional shimmer and luminosity. Below is an example:
Blend together 2 Tbsp chickpea flour (besan flour), 1/4 tsp turmeric powder, 2 Tsp crude nectar and enough yogurt, coconut milk or water in a bowl until you achieve a thick yet smooth glue.
Apply it with clean hands onto your complexion and let it set for 10-15 minutes before wiping off any extra.
Wipe and cleanse your face properly before wiping off, applying moisturizer as desired and applying a sunscreen or cream as required.
3 Experiment with a traditional Indian magnificence veil using turmeric. Turmeric has long been a part of both Indian cuisine and skincare; many Indian ladies still depend on turmeric-based beauty covers as a part of their skincare regimes. Many brides-to-be turn to this traditional beauty veil recipe in the days preceding their wedding service. Here is the formula.
Blend together 2 teaspoons of sandalwood powder, 2 teaspoons of turmeric powder and one-half cup of chickpea flour (besan flour) in a bowl.
Combine almond oil and ghee (described as margarine) together with enough water to form a glue with smooth consistency.
Apply the facemask, wait until it dries and then wash and flush away completely.
4 Relieve skin irritation with turmeric glue. Longtime supporters have touted turmeric’s purported soothing properties; recent scientific evidence provides further proof. Use this basic recipe as a facial treatment or for more targeted applications:
Combine 1 Tbsp of full-fat yogurt, 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder and 1 teaspoon of crude nectar in a bowl until a sticky mass forms.
Apply it as a facial treatment or use it on areas of the skin where irritation exists.
5 Explore an endless variety of turmeric skin plans. Simply search “turmeric facial coverings” or “turmeric skin care” on Google to discover an astounding range of plans, many combining turmeric with other foodstuffs known for their skin-nourishing benefits, or common facemask components like lemon juice, aloe vera gel or rose water for maximum efficacy.
- As with any new skincare formula, turmeric skincare formulas shouldn’t cause any adverse side effects; however, should they cause any kind of reaction such as irritation, rash or discomfort; discontinue their use immediately and contact a primary care doctor or dermatologist immediately – for extra caution or any questionable behavior consult them first.
6 Purchase turmeric skincare items. With turmeric powder, nectar and milk or yogurt on hand in your home, creating your own basic turmeric facial coverage should not be difficult. But for those who would rather leave this task up to others or simply prefer more convenience when purchasing skincare items with turmeric content; commercial products offer many options with this ingredient available to them.
- Be prepared to spend about $25 for one container. When buying turmeric-injected serums, covers, or chemicals; be ready for some surprises that come your way!
