Turmeric, The Golden Herb, is known as a much treasured and versatile spice used in various dishes. However, turmeric has an extensive list of therapeutic properties. Your skin can greatly benefit from it, too. Why?
Many studies done in the last decades, confirm the anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial, antifungal properties of the turmeric powder.
Turmeric contains a multitude of healthy nutrients, including:
- vitamins such as C, E, and K
- minerals such as potassium calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, and zinc
- volatile oils, such as tumerone and zingiberene
- resins
- curcumin
Turmeric is a true Queen of Beauty, as it has been used for thousands of years in India in beauty regimes and skincare. Let’s see some benefits and amazing skincare recipes with turmeric.
#1 Antibacterial Squad
Turmeric has powerful antibacterial, antifungal, antiseptic, antimicrobial properties, so it is great for acne, infected wounds, cuts, bruises, etc.
#2 Reduces Acne
Acne is a skin problem that affects not only teenagers but adults, too. If blackheads, whiteheads, pimples, acne scars plague your face, chest, or back, you may want to give a try to the golden turmeric. It has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties, so it is exactly what your lovely skin needs.
Anti-acne treatment with turmeric, honey, and sandalwood
- 1 tablespoon of raw Manuka Honey
- ½ teaspoon of Sandalwood powder
- ¼ teaspoon of Turmeric powder
- 1 drop Tea Tree essential oil
- 1 drop Lavender essential oil
1) Mix all ingredients to form a thick paste.
2) Apply it on your affected area (if the area is larger, like the chest, increase the quantities correspondently, as you need it).
3) Leave it on for 5-10 minutes.
4) Wash off with lukewarm water.
#3 Regulates Sebum glands and oil production
Oily skin and acne suffer from an excess sebum production. Turmeric comes to rescue, as it has been proven to be very good in regulating oil secretion in the skin.
