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Turmeric is a common spice, it's known for it's bright yellow-orange color! It's been used in the Eastern world for culinary and medicinal purposes FOREVER.
The west finally came to realize alll of the benefits in it. It's not just great for spicing up your food, but it's GREAT for your skin. Turmeric has antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties (which are responsible for most of the amazing and magical benefits this spice is capable of!)
BENEFITS OF USING TURMERIC ON YOUR FACE
♡ PROMOTES GLOWY AND VIBRANT SKIN.
Because turmeric has both anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, it works wonders to restore your skin’s natural glow. No more dull and lack-luster skin, we’re going for glowy & radiant!!
♡ PREVENTS FREE-RADICAL DAMAGE.
Curcumin also helps to prevent cellular damage. This means less dark spots & a more even facial tone, which we all want.
♡ CLEANSES THE SKIN.
Turmeric has antimicrobial properties that make it a great cleanser – even for your face! Some soaps come with this ingredient in it, or you can go straight for the powder, it can really get in those crevices and pores and eliminate those hard to reach areas.
♡ CLEANS AND PROMOTES HEALING OF WOUNDS.
Turmeric’s antiseptic properties make it a safe treatment for small wounds. Like when you get your eyebrows waxed, knick your finger when slicing vegetables (I'm looking at you Bee, don't believe me? Check her ''Cook With Me''), when you knick your legs shaving, etc. It will both cleanse the wound and help the wound heal.
♡ REDUCES THE LOOK OF SCARS & DARK SPOTS.
The antioxidants in turmeric can reduce hyperpigmentation and promote healthy cell regeneration. Plus, they protect the skin from further damage.
HOW TO USE TURMERIC ON YOUR FACE?
MAKE A TURMERIC FACE MASK (BASED ON YOUR NEEDS).
The best way to use turmeric on your face is via a face mask. There are lots of DIY turmeric face masks out there that can help you with a variety of skin concerns. So, first, you’ll need to choose what type of turmeric mask you want to make. See some options below
DO A PATCH TEST
Before using any new product, you’ll want to do a patch test. Good places to test facial products are the inside of the arm or the crease of the elbow.
PREP YOUR FACE FOR YOUR MASK.
You want your turmeric face mask to be able to really soak in. So, to prep your face for the mask, start with a gentle cleanse & exfoliate with a baby washcloth (or something similar). This will remove all the dead skin & dirt and prepare your face for pampering.
ONTO THE MASKS
♡ TO MOISTURIZE & HYDRATE/TREAT DRY SKIN CONDITIONS:
Grab ¼ teaspoon of turmeric powder + ¼ cup of plain yogurt + 1 slice of avocado, and mix. Apply to the face for 15 minutes. Rinse and repeat 1-2 times/week.
The healing properties of turmeric combined with the proteins and omega-3’s found in yogurt and avocados will leave you feeling SO moisturized & glowy.
♡ TO CLEANSE/TREAT SMALL WOUNDS:
Make a paste using clean water and turmeric powder. Apply to the affected area and let it sit for 3-5 minutes, depending on your wound. If you want, you can cover it with a bandage during this time, but it’s not necessary. If you’re bleeding a little (like a razor cut or pimple), it should stop immediately.
♡ TO TREAT ACNE:
Grab ¼ teaspoon of turmeric powder + 3-4 drops of your facial oil + 3-4 drops of an acne healing oil. Mix, and apply to the face. It should be a thick paste & will act as a facial scrub during rinsing. Wait 15 minutes and then rinse with lukewarm water, using the paste to exfoliate.
Acne healing oils include lavender, rosehip, etc. Not only will the paste help acne, but it will also get rid of all that dead skin. Not to mention, eating turmeric can help prevent acne from the inside out.
ADD TURMERIC POWDER TO YOUR SHOPPING LIST ASAP.
Not feeling the turmeric vibes? Check out our other DIY face masks!
-Mimi ❤️
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