Turmeric beauty masks have been
used across Asia for centuries. They are known in Chinese and Indian
traditions, and are an element of the Ayurveda medical system. In south Asia,
they were an integral part of the bride’s wedding preparations, making her look
spotless and glamorous on her big day.
Turmeric contains a photochemical
called curcumin, which can benefit the body, both inside and out.
Turmeric mask works for acne and
eczema. It reduces inflammation and redness, and promotes skin healing. Due to
turmeric’s antioxidant properties, it has been used for skin rejuvenation. It
helps softening lines and wrinkles, giving the face a more youthful appearance.
It is also effective with rosacea – a chronic skin condition that is
characterized by redness and pimples. It eases the redness and treats this
disease.
Turmeric
Homemade Face Mask Recipe for Acne
Take 4 tablespoons turmeric powder
and to this add 1 tablespoon milk and 4 tablespoons raw turmeric for acne
honey. Stir this mix in a clean bowel until it becomes a smooth paste. Keep
this mix in the refrigerator to cool.
An alternate set of ingredients
are – 8 tablespoons turmeric powder mixed with 5 tablespoons olive oil or
sesame oil. Mix these in a clean bowl until a smooth and creamy paste is
formed.
The rest of the treatment steps
are the same for both types of turmeric acne pastes.
Take a long hot shower to soften
your skin using mild shower gel or bath soap. Avoid all medicated, glycerin and
antibacterial products that can dry out the skin. While in the shower, take a
washcloth and dip it in very hot water (as much as your hands can stand). Apply
the hot wash cloth directly on affected areas for at least 5 minutes. This will
help to bring pus in inflamed acne lesions to the surface. Now pat your skin
dry.
Use your fingers and apply the
turmeric paste to the dry, soft skin, using gentle massaging motion. Massage
for at least 10 minutes. Leave this to dry overnight. The turmeric will dry and
become stiff like a mask. This action will reduce the acne size. Rinse the
dried paste in the morning. Turmeric will stain clothes. So use old clothes and
bed sheets when following this treatment. Turmeric will also leave a yellowish
tinge on the skin. To clear this, wipe these areas with a cotton ball dipped in
a few drops of a mild facial toner.
Turmeric
and yoghurt
For this turmeric acne mask, take
2 teaspoons of yoghurt and combine this with ½ teaspoon turmeric powder and a
small quantity of honey. Yoghurt that is rich in lactic acid acts as a gentle
exfoliator. Apply this mask on the face for ½ hour and rinse off after this.
Turmeric
and oatmeal mask
Oatmeal is a great exfoliator.
Combine 1 tablespoon each of oatmeal flour and lentil powder and ½ teaspoon
turmeric. Mix these in fresh water, make a smooth paste and apply on the skin.
Leave for 20 minutes and wash off as before.
Organic
facial mask with turmeric
This is a good mask for
acne-prone skin. Take ½ teaspoon sandalwood powder and ¼ teaspoon turmeric
powder. Combine these two powders with 2 tablespoons curd until you get a
smooth paste. Apply this gently on pimples and lie down for at least 20
minutes. Wash this off with warm water. Finally splash on some cold water, dry
your skin and apply a suitable moisturizer.
Always clean the affected areas
or take a steam bath or warm shower to open up clogged pores. Relax with your
mask for the required time. Place cooled down chamomile teabags, cotton pads
dipped in lavender or rose water or cucumber slices on your eyes to give
wonderful relaxing feeling.
A
few words of caution while using turmeric for acne
While there are a few side
effects when taking turmeric capsules or supplements, there are not too many
side effects when using turmeric on the skin. In rare cases, people can develop
a skin rash. Otherwise, the only side effect is that turmeric will leave a
yellow tinge on the skin that can be cleared using a cotton swab and facial
toner.
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