Five Reasons You Need Turmeric In Your Life
Turmeric is a perennial plant of the ginger family. It is native to Asia and commonly used in curries. Turmeric has been used in Asia for thousands of years and was first used as a dye, and then later for its medicinal properties. Turmeric is well known for its anti-inflammatory + anti-bacterial properties, but its also proven to be very beneficial for the skin. It keeps the skin moisturized and healthy and helps in new cell formation in the skin. I'm here to tell you the amazing health benefits, beauty tips, and uses for this spice.
Banish Blemishes
Due to its anti-bacterial and antiseptic properties, turmeric effectively treats pimples. It prevents sebaceous glands (oil-secreting glands) from producing excess oil. You can treat acne quickly by mixing equal amount of turmeric and honey in a bowl. Mix the two ingredients thoroughly until a smooth paste is formed. Apply this on the affected area, or you can apply it on your entire face. Let it stay for 40-50 minutes. Then, wash off with water. Repeat it twice a day to get rid of acne rapidly.
Reduces Redness
If you feel a blemish about to make an appearance on your face, you usually see redness before the debut. With the anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric, you can stop the problem before it starts! Depending on the size of the inflamed area, you can add the following recipe to your skin.
-1 tsp of turmeric
- 1tsp of Apple Cider Vinegar
Make a paste and let it sit on the area for 25-30 minutes. After you rinse, you should be able to see a tremendous difference with irritation relief + the overall appearance.
Clearing Scars
Facial scarring and hyperpigmentation can occur long after a blemish has left the scene. Some scars don't know when to fade and move on! So what do we use to even out the skin tone; I'll give you one guess. Tumeric not only brightens the skin, but it also targets scarring. Tumeric will zone in on the uneven coloration on the face giving you that wedding ready glow, without the stress.
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Remove Facial Hair
If you have an abnormal amount of facial hair, you can naturally remove it over time if you use turmeric as an exfoliant. Combining chickpea (or gram) flour, turmeric, and plain yogurt will start to break down hair follicles beginning at the root. Apply this mixture in the direction the hair is growing + allow it to dry. Once it has dried, wet fingers and rub off the mixture in a circular motion. If you use this mixture every two days, you will quickly begin to see results in the facial hair growth appearance. So you can save the millions you would have spent on laser hair removal. You're welcome.
Reduce Wrinkles
-1/4 tsp of turmeric
-1tsp of rice flour
-2 tsp of yogurt
-1 tsp of avocado
Mix these ingredients and let it sit on your skin for 10 minutes before rinsing off. The turmeric and avocado oils work in harmony to awaken and rejuvenate the skin cells on the forehead and around the eyes to help reduce the appearance of fine lines
There are so many health benefits to ingesting turmeric as well! If you're not incorporating turmeric into your weekly routine, now is the perfect time to begin. With all of these fantastic facial benefits, not to mention the tremendous culinary taste, your entire life can be quickly changed by this spice!
