Turmeric-based facial masks have been used for centuries in Asian regions. Turmeric contains a phytochemical called curcumin that provides many benefits to our body, both consumed internally and used externally.
The benefits of turmeric for the skin
Turmeric is an herbaceous plant with many properties, including lightening skin suffering from hyperpigmentation.
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Curcumin is also a strongly antibacterial and anti-inflammatory element.
It is effective in relieving irritated skin and can also relieve pain caused by burns.
Turmeric may also speed up the healing process of
wounds and some researchers are studying its possible positive effects in treating skin cancer.
According to some scientific journals, topical application of turmeric would indeed reduce the number of tumor cells at the early stage.
Turmeric has been shown to be a powerful lightening agent,
capable of inhibiting our body’s excessive production of melanin.
Turmeric face masks are an excellent natural remedy for treating acne, eczema and psoriasis.
They reduce inflammation, redness and promote healing of the skin.
Thanks to its antioxidant properties, turmeric is also used as an anti-aging agent:
in fact, it helps to smooth the signs of aging and expression lines, giving the face a more youthful appearance.
This herbaceous plant also effectively treats rosacea:
a skin condition characterized by redness and pimples.
Homemade turmeric treatments are very simple to prepare.
In addition to relieving various skin disorders, they make it fresh and clean, giving it a luminous appearance.
The mask we offer below contains two other natural ingredients with proven beneficial properties:
honey and white yogurt.
The benefits of honey for the skin
Honey has long been used not only in cooking, but also as a natural remedy.
One of its properties is to help in the treatment of acne, reducing the appearance of pimples, spots and redness associated with it.
The main reason for its effectiveness is due to its high antibacterial and antiseptic power.
Honey is also a natural antioxidant that fights the harmful action of free radicals, responsible for cellular aging.
Another benefit of applying honey to the skin is to provide immediate hydration:
it is in fact capable of attracting and maintaining water molecules.
The benefits of yogurt on the skin
Many people use lactic acid products to soften dry, rough skin.
Yogurt is a natural source of lactic acid and is great for the skin as it helps cleanse and brighten it without drying it out.
Plus, it’s antibacterial, so it can help eliminate acne-causing bacteria.
Homemade turmeric mask
Before making the mask, make sure you don’t have an allergic reaction to the ingredients and test it on the back of your hand to make sure it doesn’t
leave yellow streaks or residue or cause irritation !
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon of turmeric
- 1 teaspoon of honey
- 1 teaspoon of white yogurt
- Pour the turmeric into a bowl, add the yogurt and honey and mix.
- If the mixture does not have a good consistency,
gradually add yogurt until it forms a cream
that is ideal for spreading and above all does not leak. - Turmeric has a strong coloring power capable of staining clothes and surfaces.
- Before applying the mask, wash your face well and remove any makeup residue.
- Wear an old t-shirt in case you stain your clothes.
- The mask should be applied all over the face, even under the eyes – the anti-inflammatory power of
turmeric helps reduce dark circles which are the result of vasoconstriction. - Leave it on for about 20 minutes, then rinse with cool water.
- Finish the operation by gently drying your face with a towel.
If you have any leftover mixture, you can store it in the refrigerator for a few days and use it again
; usually, honey placed in the refrigerator will solidify.
To be able to reapply the mask, simply add a little more yogurt.
The treatment can be repeated several times a week as needed.
Optional ingredients to add to your mask:
Here are the main ingredients you can add to your mixture:
Lemon juice . (A few drops of lemon juice naturally disinfect and eliminate excess sebum thanks to the vitamin
C and citric acid it contains.)
Tea tree essential oil.
If you suffer from acne, adding a few drops of tea tree essential oil will enhance the beneficial effect in treating pimples.
Indeed, it is antibacterial and anti-inflammatory.
Olive oil . Olive oil is perfect for dry skin.
Adding a tablespoon will make the turmeric mask extremely hydrating, toning and elastic for the skin.
Like all herbaceous plants, turmeric can cause allergic reactions.
Before applying it all over the face, it is best to apply a small amount to the wrist and wait half an hour.
If no reactions, pimples or irritation appear during this time, you can proceed with your beauty treatment with complete peace of mind.
