Turmeric is a well-known oriental spice widely used in cooking. It gives the dishes a characteristic flavor and a very beautiful golden color. But its application is not limited to this. Indian women and residents of Southeast Asia actively use it for facial care, considering the spice an excellent way to maintain youth and fight skin problems. In the teachings of Ayurveda, turmeric was considered a medicine sent by the gods to preserve beauty. Recognizes its benefits and cosmetology. Turmeric is found in many creams and masks, even luxury ones.
The use of turmeric in cosmetology
Turmeric is a spice that is the dried, specially processed and crushed roots of the Curcuma Longa tree of the same name, in its homeland known as turmeric or yellow ginger, which grows mainly in India and Southeast Asia. It belongs to the Ginger family, so the health benefits of turmeric and ginger are similar in many ways. There is something in common in the taste, specific aroma. The main difference is color: turmeric contains the natural dye curcumin, a beautiful golden orange color.
Turmeric is one of the most popular oriental spices
Women living in the homeland of the plant have long appreciated the potential of turmeric and widely use it not only in cooking, but also in cosmetology. In India and Southeast Asia, the spice is even called the "female spice". The unique composition of the product can solve many skin problems.
In India, the use of turmeric is by no means limited to cooking.
Healthy Ingredients:
- ascorbic acid (increases the immunity of the skin, contributes to the preservation of its youth, maintains the tone of the capillaries, maintains their elasticity);
- phytomenadione (necessary for normal metabolism and supply of tissues with oxygen, nutrients, fights edema, restores the skin to its natural even tone and fresh appearance);
- niacin (participates in the processes of tissue regeneration and renewal);
- folic acid (increases the skin's resistance to adverse ecology, other external influences);
- choline (suppresses excess sebum production);
- pyridoxine (stimulates the production of natural collagen and elastin necessary to maintain youthful skin);
- polyunsaturated fatty acid Omega-3 (activates the process of supplying tissues with oxygen);
- Curcumin (a powerful antioxidant that can help fight inflammation, redness, and other skin imperfections)
- essential oil (a natural antiseptic that quickly relieves irritation, combating pathogenic microflora);
- iodine, phosphorus, potassium, iron, magnesium, zinc, selenium (almost all of these trace elements are vital for the skin, and it is difficult to get enough of them from food).
The beauty benefits of turmeric are recognized not only by traditional medicine, but also by the official cosmetic industry.
What effect can you expect from a properly selected mask:
- the disappearance of the unpleasant sensation of dryness, tightness;
- leveling the consequences of lack of sleep, traces of fatigue, stress;
- alignment of the relief of the face;
- return of an even skin tone, healthy radiance;
- deep cleaning and narrowing of pores;
- the disappearance of greasy shine, blackheads, acne, acne, inflammation and other imperfections characteristic of oily and combination skin;
- lightening age spots, freckles, acne marks (with constant long-term use, you can even make scars and scars less noticeable);
- a noticeable reduction in fine facial wrinkles;
- restoring elasticity to the skin, dry and flabby - tone, oval of the face - clarity.
Video: fighting hyperpigmentation with turmeric
Of course, only a high-quality product will be useful for the face. Choose your spice carefully. The rich composition provides a quick and pronounced effect. The active ingredients penetrate deep into the tissues. Before "prescribing" yourself a course of masks, make sure that you have no contraindications for them and consult with a beautician who will help you choose the ingredients that are most suitable for your skin type and its characteristic problems.
Take the time and effort to find a quality spice
The mask will not work if problems with the skin of the face are a concomitant symptom of any disease. Most often, hormonal disorders, pathologies of the gastrointestinal tract are manifested in this way. Therefore, you will also need a consultation with a specialist of the appropriate profile.
Homemade turmeric masks are effective in many, but not all, cases.
The use of turmeric for aesthetic purposes is not limited to the face only. Spice paste, when used regularly, inhibits hair growth. It is also effective against stretch marks and rough skin on the elbows and heels. Turmeric oil quickly heals wounds, burns, abrasions, insect bites, irritation caused by allergies, and is widely used in aromatherapy with an amazing aroma. It is also useful as an integral part of the treatment of dermatological diseases.
The application of masks with turmeric on the face is not limited to its use in cosmetology.
Video: the beneficial properties of turmeric
Who are the masks shown to?
The very rich composition provides almost complete versatility of turmeric masks. If you choose the right ingredients, they will benefit both dry and oily skin and aging skin. The most pronounced result is noticeable in the fight against imperfections characteristic of the increased fat content of the epidermis. In this case, turmeric is recommended to be mixed with cosmetic clay, essential oils, fruit juices and pulp, honey. For dry skin, dairy products, basic cosmetic oils, aloe and cucumber juice will be useful.
Oily facial skin and accompanying imperfections are one of the main indications for masks with turmeric.
How to properly prepare for and conduct a session
Turmeric is a potent substance. Official pharmacology recognizes it as a natural antibiotic. In order to avoid unpleasant consequences, you need to know in advance how the session should go, and some general rules:
- For masks, use only pure turmeric, without any impurities. The bags sold in stores often contain colorings, flavors, MSG to enhance the flavor, and other food additives. Study the composition carefully. Buying from hands is also a big risk. The same rule applies to the rest of the ingredients. All products must be fresh and of high quality. The composition for the mask is prepared anew each time. You cannot store it, even in the refrigerator.
Turmeric works well with most of the products popular in home cosmetology
- Prepare the mixture only in a ceramic, glass, enamel container. Upon contact with metal, many vitamins, in particular ascorbic acid, are irreversibly destroyed.
- Remove decorative cosmetics from your face beforehand. To enhance the effect, you can steam the skin over a container with hot water or herbal decoction for 5-7 minutes.
Steaming the skin opens the pores and helps the active ingredients penetrate deeper
- Follow the recipe exactly, achieve a homogeneous mixture. It is a bad idea to increase the amount of turmeric in the mixture or the holding time of the mask, wanting to get the result faster or to make it more pronounced. For very light and thin skin, reduce the spice ratio by about a third. The mask is kept on the skin for no more than 20 minutes and does not cover the eyelids with the composition, unless otherwise indicated in the recipe.
- Take care of gloves in advance, or get a brush that professional cosmetologists use if you don't want to wash your hands from the mixture later. Protect clothing or wear one that you don't mind getting dirty. Turmeric is a natural colorant that is hardly washed off. Accordingly, it is recommended to apply masks before going to bed so that the skin has time to return to its natural shade during the night.
Turmeric is a very persistent natural dye, so it is advisable to apply masks with a brush.
- Don't overuse turmeric masks. The effect appears rather quickly. As a rule, 7–8 sessions with an interval of 3–4 days are sufficient for a noticeable improvement in the condition of the skin. Then, to maintain the result, it is enough to make masks every 7-10 days.
- After washing off the mask with plain water, herbal decoction or green tea, wipe the skin with tonic: this will help to tighten the pores. The final stage is the application of the cream.
Video: mask with turmeric for the skin of the eyelids
Contraindications and precautions
Any natural food is a potential allergen. Before using the mask, be sure to carry out an appropriate test, especially if you know you have similar reactions. Turmeric is likely not for you if you are allergic to cinnamon or cloves. A small amount of the ready-to-use mixture is applied to the crease of the elbow or the inner side of the wrist. It takes no more than 20-30 minutes for redness, burning or itching to appear.
Allergies can be caused by almost any of the ingredients in the mask.
Despite all the potential benefits, turmeric has contraindications. You will have to give up the idea to take a course of masks if you have:
- very dry, thin and sensitive skin of the face;
- severe peeling;
- acne in the acute stage;
- multiple inflammations on the face;
- open wounds, abscesses.
A slight tingling sensation while applying the mask is normal. Severe itching, burning and pain are already beyond the scope. In this case, wash off the mask immediately.
Video: anti-aging turmeric mask
Turmeric has the ability to stimulate blood circulation. Therefore, a noticeable reddening of the skin and an increase in its temperature after the procedure are natural reactions of the body. All this goes away in a few hours, no additional measures need to be taken.
Another common effect of a mask is a yellowish skin tone. It also lasts 2-3 hours. If you urgently need to return to a normal complexion, wipe it with diluted water in a 1: 1 ratio with lemon or grapefruit juice. For dry or sensitive skin, there is another remedy - a mixture of kefir with oatmeal (30-50 g per glass).
The yellowness after the mask with turmeric disappears by itself after a few hours, but you can also speed up the process
Video: possible contraindications for using turmeric
Popular recipes
There are a lot of recipes for masks with turmeric. It is combined with almost all food products used in cosmetology:
- A teaspoon of turmeric, two tablespoons of homemade sour cream or natural yogurt. Pour a tablespoon of parsley juice into the finished mixture or add about the same amount of finely chopped greens. The mask evens out skin tone, intensively nourishes and whitens it. Small wrinkles are smoothed out. Parsley can be substituted for mashed strawberries or grated cucumber.
Sour cream enhances the whitening effect of parsley and provides the skin with enhanced nutrition
- A tablespoon of liquid honey and softened butter warmed up to 45-50 ° C, a teaspoon of turmeric. The product intensively nourishes and softens the skin, provides a peeling effect. If it is very dry or if you have allergies, replace the honey with avocado pulp.
Of all beekeeping products, honey is the most commonly allergic one, so do not neglect the appropriate test.
- Two tablespoons of persimmon or banana pulp, a pinch of turmeric. The mask visibly rejuvenates the skin, restores its tone, tightens the oval of the face. A similar effect is obtained from a mixture of tomato pulp with rice flour (1: 1), adding the same amount of turmeric to it.
Persimmon pulp is one of the most popular ingredients for homemade lifting masks.
- Warm infusion of calendula, sage or chamomile (a tablespoon of fresh or dried herbs in a glass of water, leave for an hour, strain before use) mix with turmeric - a teaspoon of 60–70 ml. Saturate a cloth with liquid, press firmly to the face, moistening as it dries. The mask effectively fights against sagging skin and dull unhealthy complexion, smoothes fine wrinkles.
Infusion of calendula has an antibacterial effect recognized by official medicine, it also noticeably increases skin tone
- A tablespoon of any cosmetic clay (white and blue give the best cleansing effect), a pinch of turmeric. Stir, dilute with warm water, green tea or herbal decoction until the consistency of a thick cream. The mask dries well and cleanses oily skin. To combat the greasy shine, replace the clay with floured oatmeal.
Cosmetic clay is useful in combating oily skin
- About 50 ml of lemon juice diluted with an equal volume of water, a teaspoon of turmeric. The mask whitens the skin very well, brightens freckles, age spots, but if it is very dry and sensitive, look for another remedy. For example, a mixture of turmeric and milk powder (1: 3), diluted with water to the consistency of sour cream.
Lemon juice is a very effective whitening agent, but it is also highly irritating to the skin.
- Two tablespoons of pasty cottage cheese, tea - turmeric, 4-5 drops of essential oil of tea tree, eucalyptus or bergamot. The mask effectively fights acne and prevents their further appearance.
Tea tree essential oil enhances the antiseptic effect of turmeric powder
- A tablespoon of heavy cream, a teaspoon of rose hydrolate, a pinch of turmeric. This is a useful express remedy if you need to quickly return the skin to its "presentation", and the face - freshness and healthy glow.
Rose hydrolat and essential oil are fast-acting remedies that are vital if you need to quickly put your face in order.
- A tablespoon of olive oil, half a teaspoon of turmeric, whipped yolk. The mask is suitable for intensive nourishment of dry skin, quickly relieves irritation, fights flaking. Instead of olive oil, you can take any cosmetic oil. The best option for dry skin is almond, peach, grape seed or wheat germ.
Olive oil is a storehouse of vitamins and polyunsaturated fatty acids necessary for the skin
- Two tablespoons of cream, one of peas crushed into flour, a teaspoon of turmeric. The mixture is useful for acne marks on the face. It also helps to make scars, scars and burn marks less visible.
The cream softens the skin by helping the mask's active ingredients penetrate deeper into the tissues
- A tablespoon of liquid honey, a teaspoon of starch and orange juice, a pinch of turmeric. The mask is very effective in combating blackheads and age-related changes.
Masks with starch are not only deep cleansing, but also a pronounced lifting effect.
- A tablespoon of turmeric oil, two - sour cream, cream or yogurt, a teaspoon - aloe juice. The mask is indicated for very dry and sensitive skin, for which the use of powder is excluded.
Aloe juice intensely moisturizes and quickly soothes even very dry skin with flaking and irritation
- Half a glass of any vegetable oil, 100 g of cane sugar, a pinch of vanilla and turmeric, 4-5 drops of any essential oil. This scrub can be used not only for the face, but also for the whole body.
Cane sugar, along with salt, is one of the most popular homemade scrub bases.
- A tablespoon of grape seed oil or olive oil, 2-3 drops of turmeric oil. This mixture can be applied to the skin of the eyelids, blotting off excess after 20 minutes with a cotton pad. It smoothes fine wrinkles very effectively, fights puffiness and dark circles. You can also apply a thick paste of turmeric and freshly squeezed pineapple juice to your eyelids.
Grape seed oil has a very mild effect, it is suitable even for thin and sensitive skin of the eyelids.
A more pronounced effect of masks can be expected if turmeric is taken internally at the same time. A teaspoon is poured into a glass of milk, boiled, optionally sweetened with honey. They drink liquid two to three times a day, 15–20 minutes before a meal. The duration of the course is a month, then the same break.
If you simultaneously practice masks with turmeric and take the spice internally, the beneficial effect on the skin will be more noticeable.
Video: mask and scrub with turmeric
Turmeric is a famous oriental spice, a fragrant powder made from the dried roots of a plant in the ginger family. Due to its unique chemical composition, it has recently gained wide popularity both in cooking and traditional medicine, as well as in cosmetology.
So the turmeric mask will appeal to absolutely everyone. And ladies of Balzac age, as it has anti-aging properties. And for adolescents, because it has an anti-inflammatory effect. And for those who are trying to get rid of scars: this spice promotes fast and high-quality tissue regeneration. The main thing is to learn how to do it at home and use it as directed.
Action on the skin
In cosmetology, turmeric is useful for its anti-aging, regenerating and anti-inflammatory properties. Its unique composition contains substances that will leave no chance for wrinkles, acne and scars. So for the care of problem skin, such a mask will be just perfect. Although, in the absence of the above mentioned cosmetic drawbacks, this agent can be used as a prophylactic one. Each element in its composition performs a specific function:
- essential oil soothes irritated, inflamed skin, providing an antiseptic effect - thanks to him, masks made from this spice are considered very effective remedies for acne;
- pyridoxine(vitamin B6) helps him in this, providing an excellent anti-inflammatory effect: of any origin, they are eliminated under the action of masks from this powder;
- folic acid(vitamin B9) increases the resistance of the skin to various aggressive factors from the outside: in winter, the skin will be afraid of peeling from frost and wind, in summer - burns from ultraviolet radiation;
- vitamin C(vitamin C) rejuvenates, being a natural antioxidant and smoothing age and expression lines;
- phylloquinone(vitamin K) fights puffiness and yellowness of the skin;
- niacin(vitamin B3) regenerates damaged tissues, which makes it possible to use it as a cosmetic regenerating agent for scars and postoperative sutures;
- choline(vitamin-like substance) is very useful for oily skin, as it normalizes the work and activity of the sebaceous glands.
With the combined effect of all these little "builders" of eternal feminine beauty and youth, turmeric is an ideal remedy for home skin care. If you regularly and correctly make cosmetic masks out of it, there will be no trace of many defects and complexes. But first you need to learn how to correctly apply it within the framework of home cosmetology.
Home beauty salon: application
If you decide to use turmeric as a cosmetic product, you must remember that this is an oriental (i.e. exotic) spice. Therefore, it cannot be used at random, otherwise the case will end with a terrible allergy or thermal burn. Learn for yourself some of the nuances of making masks from it, follow the recommendations from experts - and then you can enjoy the wonderful effect of turmeric on the most problematic skin.
- After choosing a recipe for a turmeric mask, test it for the presence of allergenic components. Rub the mixture on your wrist and watch the reaction. The product can be used in the absence of itching and characteristic redness.
- Turmeric is a potent substance, so do not overuse cosmetics based on it. Action time - no more than 15 minutes. The frequency of application is 1-2 times a week.
- It is best to mix it with other products in a ceramic or wooden container, because metal causes oxidation.
- Turmeric should not be used as a cosmetic product if there are fresh wounds or severe inflammation on the face.
Considering these recommendations, you can independently make turmeric masks for any skin type. Preventive and nutritious - for normal, anti-inflammatory - for problematic, anti-aging - for mature. It is very important to determine which recipe to choose so that it turns out to be as useful as possible.
TOP 10 best recipes
When choosing a mask recipe, first of all pay attention to its composition. It must be free of irritating and allergenic components. And be sure to consider what kind of effect the mask has: is this option right for you?
For dry skin
- With milk
Mix turmeric powder (1 tsp) with milk (1 tbsp), dilute with a little water. A turmeric and milk facial mask is ideal for the regular care of dry skin. The fatter the milk, the greater the moisturizing effect it will have.
- With olive oil
Mix turmeric powder (pinch) with olive oil (tablespoon). Such a mask will relieve overly dry skin from.
For mature skin
- From wrinkles
Mix turmeric powder (pinch) with blue clay (1 tablespoon), dilute with a little water. The mask is recommended for ladies of Balzac age.
- With honey
Mix turmeric powder (pinch) with honey (1 teaspoon), add kefir (2 tablespoons). Homemade face mask made from turmeric and honey will smooth out wrinkles, tighten folds, make the second chin invisible - it will have a lifting effect on mature skin.
For problem skin
- For acne
Mix turmeric powder (pinch) with sandalwood powder (incomplete teaspoon), grind with cottage cheese (2 tablespoons).
- From the scars
Mix turmeric powder (1 teaspoon) with fresh pea flour (no more than 1 tablespoon), add cream (2 tablespoons).
For normal skin
- Universal
Mix turmeric powder (a pinch) with lemon juice, almond oil, saffron powder (a teaspoon of each ingredient), warm glycerin, low-fat cottage cheese (a tablespoon each), honey, aloe pulp (2 tsp each), radish juice and carrots (on a table. spoon).
- With essential oil
Dilute turmeric powder (pinch) with water (50 ml), add tea tree ether (5 drops).
For oily skin
- With oat flour
Mix turmeric powder (half a teaspoon) with oat flour (1 tablespoon), dilute with a little water.
- With sour cream
Mix turmeric powder (pinch) with low-fat sour cream (1 tablespoon), rose water (teaspoon). The mask will improve the complexion and normalize the work of the sebaceous glands, but the sour cream should not be too greasy.
Whichever turmeric mask you choose will have the most positive effects on your skin. Accelerate the healing of scars and postoperative stitches, relieve acne and acne, smooth out wrinkles, tighten problem areas. Along the way, it nourishes the skin with all the useful substances it needs (vitamins, amino acids, minerals, flavonoids), making it shine with beauty, health and youth at any time of the day.
Turmeric is not only a seasoning that gives dishes an original taste and color. Due to its unique composition, it is widely used in cosmetology. On the basis of this spice, various creams, masks and products for problem skin are made.
This spice has anti-inflammatory and bactericidal properties. It is included in cosmetics for oily and problem skin care. Masks with this seasoning are widely used to heal skin wounds, lighten scars, and relieve acne redness.
In addition, this spice contains a powerful antioxidant, curcumin. It protects skin cells from free radicals and prolongs its youthfulness.
With the help of cosmetics that include turmeric, you can improve the complexion, smooth out small wrinkles and improve blood flow.
Turmeric face masks
Turmeric masks are a great way to give your skin a healthy complexion and smooth out problem areas. It can be used for any skin type and for a variety of purposes.
- For dry skin, you can prepare a mask with turmeric (1 teaspoon) and milk (1 tablespoon). This mask can be used for regular grooming. In order to increase the moisturizing effect, you can use fat milk or cream.
- Another mask for dry skin with turmeric is prepared on the basis of olive oil. A pinch of turmeric is mixed with a tablespoon of vegetable oil. The mask is applied to dry skin and after a few steps you can get rid of the flaking
- For mature skin from wrinkles, you can use a nourishing mask with honey and kefir. To do this, mix honey (1 teaspoon) and kefir (2 tablespoons). A pinch of turmeric is added to the resulting base. This mask has a lifting effect for mature skin.
- You can use masks with turmeric to remove the effects of scars and burns. This mask is prepared from pea flour (1 tablespoon), cream (2 tablespoons) and turmeric (1 teaspoon). Already several applications of such masks will make scars lighter and smaller in size.
- The simplest mask with this spice can be made by mixing turmeric diluted with water with tea tree essential oil. This cosmetic product is suitable for normal skin.
- But for oily skin, the best remedy would be a mask based on oatmeal. For one tablespoon of flour, add half a teaspoon of turmeric. Before using the mask, the mixture must be diluted with water and applied to the skin.
Turmeric for rejuvenation
The described spice contains a lot of antioxidants that prevent aging of the body. In addition, turmeric contains a phenolic compound called curcumin. It is to him that this spice owes its useful qualities. Curcumin prevents the destruction of cells by free radicals and prolongs the youthfulness of the body.
- In order to rejuvenate the body, it is necessary to buy turmeric extract and consume one capsule of this remedy daily. This will help not only to look great, but also to feel several years younger.
- As for the appearance, you can rejuvenate the skin with a mask with milk powder. To do this, turmeric is mixed with milk powder in equal amounts and diluted with cold water to an optimal consistency. It is necessary to keep such a mask on the face for about 10 minutes.
Turmeric for wrinkles
Thanks to research from the American Academy of Dermatology, turmeric anti-wrinkle creams have become very popular today. Specialists of this scientific center in their studies have proven the benefits of this spice for aging skin. In their opinion, anti-wrinkle products that include this spice are 15% more effective than products that do not include turmeric.
Today, it is not at all necessary to look for such products in beauty salons. You can make them yourself. Moreover, their effectiveness will only benefit from this.
- One such remedy is a mask made from equal parts turmeric and rice flour mixed with milk or tomato juice. This mask should be applied to the face and washed off after 30 minutes.
- Another recipe for an anti-wrinkle mask. You need to take turmeric (3 tablespoons), honey (1 teaspoon) and cream (1 teaspoon). Stir the ingredients and apply on face for 5-10 minutes
- It is not necessary to use turmeric as masks and other cosmetics for skin care. It needs to be eaten more often. Then the effect of cosmetics will be even more noticeable.
Turmeric for acne
Thanks to a compound such as curcumin, the spice discussed in this article, it can be used in the composition of healing products for the skin. With the help of turmeric, you can fight inflammation on the skin: acne and acne.
- A good remedy for problem skin is a mask of white clay (2 tablespoons), turmeric (1/2 teaspoon) and burnt alum (1/4 teaspoon). The ingredients must be dry mixed and placed in a sealed jar. To make a mask for acne, you need a third of the resulting mixture. Dilute it with tonic or water and add 2 drops of tea tree oil
- The mask is applied for 10-15 minutes. Then it is washed off with cool water. Thanks to turmeric, such a cosmetic product heals wounds well, unclogs pores and prevents new acne. For the treatment of acne, such a mask should be used 2 times a week.
- Another recipe for an acne mask. To prepare it, you need to mix turmeric (1 teaspoon) with a little milk. The resulting mixture should be applied to the face and washed off after 30 minutes with warm water. Milk can be replaced with lime juice diluted in water
- Turmeric can be used as an excellent ointment for acne. To do this, you need to mix turmeric (1 teaspoon) with a small amount of jojoba oil, coconut or sesame seeds. With a ready-made product, you need to smear acne and leave it overnight. After a few repetitions, the inflammation will go away
How to make turmeric cream?
The simplest turmeric cream is a mixture of this spice with petroleum jelly. Also, such creams can be made on the basis of milk or yogurt. And if you don't want to experiment a lot, you can add a pinch of turmeric to any moisturizer.
Today, you can not only make a cream with this spice yourself, but also buy it ready-made. Very well proven face cream Aasha herbals... This nourishing cream has an anti-inflammatory effect and protects the skin from irritations. This cosmetic product provides protection from the sun's rays, gives the skin a healthy color and silky smoothness.
Turmeric Body Soap
Turmeric soap is very popular with all those who do homemade soap. This detergent will have a pleasant smell and color. And turmeric will give the soap an antibacterial and healing effect. It is not very difficult to make it and even a beginner can cope with this work. To make this soap at home you need:
- Melt the soap base (100 g) in a water bath
- You need to gradually add ¾ teaspoon of turmeric to it. When adding, you need to mix the base, so that no lumps form
- Now, without stopping stirring, add the base oil (1/3 teaspoon of jojoba oil or whatever you like best)
- As soon as the soap begins to thicken, add essential oil (6 drops) to it. Citrus oils work well for this.
- Mix and pour into molds. This soap can be used on all skin types.
How to use turmeric oil?
The aromatic oil from this spice can be found in various cosmetics and perfume compositions. It can be combined with clove, ylang ylang, sage, frankincense, cinnamon and nutmeg oils. It smells like woody and peppery spices.
- Due to its composition, turmeric oil is widely used in the care of normal to oily skin. You can use this oil in its pure form for after-sun skin care.
- Use turmeric oil for inhalation. In aromatherapy, they are treated with increased mental stress and stress. You can use this remedy for massages. To do this, mix 5-7 drops of this oil with any other vegetable oil.
- To improve the quality of a cream or lotion, you can add 5 drops of this essential oil to 15 ml of base
- You can use the oil of this spice to relieve inflammation. To do this, mix 10 ml of base oil with 5 drops of turmeric oil. In such a tool, you need to moisten gauze folded several times and apply on redness
- As for contraindications, turmeric oil should not be instilled in the ears and nose, or used in the steam room.
Hair coloring with turmeric
The described spice is also widely used for dyeing hair. In addition to giving the hair an original shade, this spice is capable of:
- Make hair silky and shiny
- Eliminate scalp inflammation
- Strengthen hair follicles
IMPORTANT: This spice can be used as a hair growth agent. To do this, it is mixed in equal amounts with henna and cinnamon. You can add a little red pepper to this mixture. Such a remedy should be used 3-4 times a month. In addition to accelerated hair growth, this product can increase hair strength, volume and shine.
- To dye your hair with turmeric, you need to follow the same rules as when working with hair dyes from the store. That is, you need to work with gloves and keep it on your hair for no more than 20-25 minutes.
- With the help of this spice, you can lighten your hair by several tones. To do this, you need to mix turmeric (5 g), pharmacy chamomile (4 tablespoons) and the zest of two lemons. The mixture is poured with boiling water (800 ml) and infused. After which it must be evenly applied to dry hair and put on a hat.
Teeth whitening turmeric
This oriental spice powder is often used to lighten skin. But, it can also be used for home teeth whitening. There are several recipes for the mixture to give them a dazzling shine. One of them is like this.
- You need to take turmeric, salt and lemon juice and mix the ingredients to the consistency of a thick paste. She needs to brush her teeth no more than once a day. The course of clarification with this spice should not exceed 2 weeks.
- With sensitive enamel, lemon juice should be excluded from such a product. Its acid is extremely harmful to the teeth. If you are worried about their condition, then you can simply peel them with turmeric powder. No added salt or lemon juice
Maria. I add this spice to my clay mask. I apply it to my face once a month. This mask very well removes redness and inflammation on the skin. An excellent way, if not to get rid of acne, then certainly to reduce their number. By the way, after such a mask, it would be nice to make a steam bath. Improves the effect.
Sveta. I don’t know how with clay, but I did such a mask. I mixed turmeric, honey and milk. I applied it to the skin, and then wiped it with a tonic. The yellow color faded away and the skin became lighter.
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The main gold of India has a magical taste and aroma. Ayurvedic teachings have detailed the healing properties of turmeric. On its basis, a series of organic cosmetics are produced - anti-aging creams, emulsions, toning lotions, face balms.
The benefits of turmeric for the face
The magical properties of turmeric for the skin are due to the richest composition including:
- Vitamins of group B, K, ascorbic, folic acid;
- Essential oils;
- Natural dye curcumin.
In cosmetology, the beneficial properties of turmeric are widely used to solve such aesthetic problems:
- Improving the condition of problematic and oily dermis;
- Restore elasticity and tone;
- Reduce the number of wrinkles and folds;
- Normalize pH balance;
- Cleanse comedones, tighten pores;
- Heal inflammation and active pustules.
The best recipes for homemade turmeric face masks
Turmeric oil mask
Result: to stop the aging process, enrich it with minerals and vitamins, restore the elasticity of the epidermis, a mask for aging skin can. The symbiosis of cosmetic oils revitalizes the dermis, the structure becomes uniform, folds and wrinkles are smoothed out.
Important advice from the editors
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Ingredients:
- 5 drops of turmeric oil;
- 3 ml of black cumin oil;
- 14 gr. sour cream;
- 5 ml of aloe juice.
Preparation and method of application: remove makeup with a thermal agent, steam the dermis with calendula broth. Having combined all the components, apply to face and neck with a soft, wide brush in circular movements. Wash off with warm hibiscus drink, then moisturize with an anti-aging emulsion.
Turmeric acne mask
Result: Turmeric is effective against acne due to its antiseptic properties. It soothes the dermis, relieves inflammation and irritation.
Ingredients:
- 2 gr. turmeric;
- 18 gr. lentil flour;
Preparation and method of application: prepare flour on a coffee grinder, add spice and unsweetened yogurt without additives. Wipe your face with micellar water, distribute the medicinal composition with a sponge. After 15 minutes, complete the procedure, treat problem areas with grapefruit juice.
Anti-wrinkle turmeric mask
Result: the beauties of the East still use anti-aging recipes for the face from turmeric. This is an affordable prevention of the appearance of wrinkles under the influence of sunlight, accelerating the processes of blood circulation and regeneration of the epidermis.
Ingredients:
- 3 gr. turmeric;
- 2 yolks;
- 12 ml cream (more than 22% fat).
Preparation and method of application: grind the sour milk cheese with yolks, add cream and spice. After washing the skin with rosehip decoction, spread the mass on the face in a uniform layer. Finish the procedure after 20 minutes, then moisturize the dermis with coconut oil.
Recipe for dry skin
Result: homemade homemade face masks are nourished and nourished with natural ingredients. Natural bright spice will help to restore cell membranes, activate metabolism.
Ingredients:
- 2 gr. turmeric powder;
- 4 drops of turmeric oil;
- 2 ml sesame oil;
Preparation and method of application: combine oils with spice and banana puree. Gently apply the composition in a circular motion along the massage lines. Finish the manipulation of washing with water with bergamot and olive oil in a quarter of an hour.
Recipe for problem skin
Result: a home cleansing procedure normalizes the pH balance, tones and whitens the dermis.
Ingredients:
- 3 gr. turmeric;
- 14 gr. oat bran;
- ampoule of vitamin B complex.
Preparation and method of application: insert the contents of the ampoule into the bran, grind the rice on a coffee grinder, add the powder, mix all the components well. With a thermal agent, treat the surface of the dermis, distribute the composition to the area of the eyelids and lips. After 10 minutes, wash off with warm citrus water.
Turmeric and honey mask
Result: honey and turmeric for the face strengthen blood vessels, even out and refresh the complexion. In case of lack of sleep and stress, it is recommended to carry out a five-day course of caring procedures. In order not to harm thin sensitive skin, test the mask on the wrist before use.
Ingredients:
- 3 gr. turmeric;
- 8 ml of mandarin juice;
- 8 gr. starch.
Preparation and method of application: combine freshly squeezed juice with a sugared bee product, add starch and turmeric. After spreading the composition on the face with a sponge, leave it literally for 8 minutes. Remove the remnants of the mask with warm green tea, apply a nourishing agent.
Turmeric and clay mask
Result: Based on a bright spice and cosmetic clay, effective face masks whiten and even out the tone, get rid of uneven pigmentation and the consequences of improper acne removal.
Ingredients:
- 3 gr. turmeric;
- 12 gr. yellow clay;
- 2 capsules of vitamin E.
Preparation and method of application: combine all components in a ceramic or glass bowl, dilute with plantain infusion. Remove makeup with cosmetic milk, apply a nourishing cream to the eyelids and lips, spread the homemade mask on the face with a sponge. Without waiting for complete drying, wash off the composition, moisturize the dermis with cocoa butter.
Turmeric Milk Mask
Result: a turmeric milk mask is one of the best for rejuvenating and maintaining a good dermis tone. Moisturizing procedure after 30 years is recommended to be performed at least 2 times a month.
Ingredients:
- 4 gr. turmeric;
- 20 ml of milk;
- 3 ml olive oil;
- 12 gr. corn flour.
Preparation and method of application: heat milk, add butter, spice, lastly flour. Clean the surface of the face and neck with distilled water, distribute the composition with a brush, leave it for 15 minutes. After finishing, apply the nourishing gel.
Turmeric and sour cream mask
Result: independently preparing folk recipes, you can provide the epidermis with a complex of vitamins, minerals and vegetable fats.
Ingredients:
- 2 gr. turmeric;
- 20 gr. sour cream (15%);
- carrot.
Preparation and method of application: boil the root vegetable, remove the skin, make mashed potatoes on the combine. Add spice and sour cream to it, steam the skin with a compress. Apply evenly, in a thick layer, leave the mask for half an hour. When finished, rub with water and lemongrass oil.
Turmeric and egg mask
Result: a lifting mask with turmeric corrects age-related changes, improves the elasticity and immune defense of the dermis. In winter, it protects against temperature extremes, wind and frost.
Ingredients:
- 3 gr. turmeric;
- egg;
- 20 gr. starch;
- 6 ml hazelnut oil.
Preparation and method of application: mix the egg thoroughly with starch, add spice powder and base oil. Before applying the mass, carry out a light scrubbing with rice flour, after distributing the anti-aging mask, wait half an hour. After washing off with a decoction of rose petals, moisturize with a nourishing cream.
Recipe Video: Homemade Turmeric Moisturizing Facial Mask
Hello my dear readers! Well, I came back and as promised, I want to start with a post about turmeric, or rather, about how turmeric is useful for the face.
Remember, I showed how it blooms wonderfully (cm), this oriental spice won me over.
And not only for its beauty, but also for the usefulness of its application.
In the East, this root is one of the miraculous cosmetics.
Turmeric for the face has a huge number of benefits.
Based on this spice, you can prepare home spa products for the skin, which in their effect are superior to newfangled creams.
So, let's figure it out in more detail ...
In this article, you will learn:
Turmeric for the face - beneficial properties and uses
What is turmeric?
Long turmeric, homemade turmeric, cultural turmeric, or turmeric, yellow ginger is a perennial herb, a species of the genus Turmeric of the Ginger family. Wikipedia
It is an oriental spice native to South India and Indonesia.
Spice often becomes a component of drinks, confectionery, second courses.
Women living in Arab countries consider it an effective component of beauty recipes.
Brief botanical description
The valuable spice is obtained from the roots of the Curcuma Longa plant.
Only lateral long processes are suitable for processing, which are subjected to heat treatment, drying, after which they are peeled off and processed to a powdery state.
The finished product is usually called "female spice", which gives real beauty.
The chemical composition of turmeric
The spice has a balanced vitamin-mineral ratio.
It is saturated with selenium, iodine, phosphorus, magnesium, iron, zinc, potassium, calcium, B-group vitamins, C, E, PP, K. In addition, turmeric contains polysaccharides and fatty acids.
The complex combination of all components provides an effective effect on the skin.
Turmeric in cosmetology - methods of application
Why is turmeric used in cosmetology?
The spice, interacting with the deep layers of the epidermis, has the following effect:
- Antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effect, which is due to the effects of pyridoxine and essential oils.
- Vitamin C, as a powerful antioxidant, helps to eliminate wrinkles and comprehensively rejuvenate the décolleté, face and neck.
- Elimination of pigmentation (spots, freckles).
- Mitigation of allergic reactions after insect bites.
- Formation of a healthy complexion.
- Restoration of the full functioning of the sebaceous glands, which helps to cleanse the skin, get rid of acne, acne, acne.
- Niacin initiates cell regeneration. It is useful for accelerating the recovery of the epidermis, in particular, after bruises, injuries. Scars and scars are not formed on the surface.
- Phylloquinone relieves puffiness.
- Excretion of toxins and harmful components.
All useful properties are realized only if you choose a good one - it should not contain additives, dyes, monosodium glutamate.
Features of the use of turmeric in cosmetology
When to do your turmeric facial treatment?
It has a bright yellow-orange tint, which provokes the appearance of a coloring effect.
The skin tone that can be acquired after the mask disappears after a couple of hours.
If this is not possible, you can neutralize the yellowness by wiping your face with a mixture of lemon juice, kefir and oat bran.
Coloration of nails and hands can be avoided by using a special brush.
The spice is characterized by a warming effect, so do not panic if redness appears on the skin after the procedure.
The skin must be clean, free from cosmetics.
After exposure, wipe it well with a tonic to provoke pore narrowing.
At the end of the treatment, you should use a moisturizer or nourishing cream.
Indications for using turmeric for skin
The tool has shown high efficiency in caring for:
- inflamed, problem skin.
- fading skin;
- with a fatty type of dermis with characteristic enlarged pores.
- with a dry type, requiring moisture and nutrition.
Home cosmetology with turmeric
In a non-professional setting, many effective healing and revitalizing masks can be prepared.
When choosing a recipe, one should be guided by the skin problems that need to be eliminated.
Turmeric acne mask
A turmeric acne mask is mixed on the basis of two components: the spice itself - 10 g, black clay - 10 g.
The ingredients are mixed into a gruel and applied to the face, free from cosmetics, for 10 minutes.
The crust can be easily removed with warm water. You can add sesame oil to your recipe.
Turmeric clay mask
The recipe has a cleansing and anti-inflammatory effect.
The mixture prevents new breakouts, evens out the relief.
The intensity of the impact is 2-3 times a week, the course is 7-8 procedures.
How to improve complexion with turmeric?
With milk or yogurt, this is a real elixir for the skin.
The ingredients are mixed in a 1: 3 ratio and applied to the face.
After 20 minutes, the remnants of the mixture are removed with napkins. This recipe will quickly relieve acute inflammation, ideal for tired, pale skin.
The intensity of the impact is 2 times a week, the course is 8 procedures.
Turmeric for face - lifting effect
Is a unique anti-aging agent that works effectively from wrinkles.
Both components are combined in equal proportions, diluted with a teaspoon of heavy cream and transferred to the skin.
After 20 minutes, the product is removed and the face is nourished with a moisturizer.
Instead of dry spice, it is often used turmeric oil.
The area of effect of the nutritional formula can be increased on the décolleté and neck.
Rejuvenating the mask is effective for dry, aging skin.
For fast results, the recipe can be used every other day.
The general course is 10 procedures.
Fortified Nutrition - Turmeric Mask
It contains all the ingredients with oils so that the skin receives intensive nourishment and care.
To do this, it is enough to mix cosmetic white clay and kefir in equal proportions.
Turmeric is introduced into the mixture - 10 grams, 4 drops of lavender and almond oils.
A thoroughly mixed mass is applied to the face for 25 minutes. Enough to do 1-2 times weekly.
Universal recipe for face turmeric
Components:
- almond oil - ½ tsp;
- - 20 ml;
- honey - 20 ml;
- lemon juice - 10 ml;
- cottage cheese 2% - ½ tsp;
- turmeric and saffron - ½ tsp each;
- glycerin - 20 ml.
All components, except spices, are mixed, then powders of turmeric and saffron are added to the mixture.
The duration of exposure is 20 minutes, after which it is washed off with plain water.
The skin receives a cleansing effect, all inflammatory elements are successfully eliminated. Deep toning and nutrition is realized.
It is enough to use the mixture twice a week.
Video recipe for a turmeric face mask to eliminate wrinkles
Turmeric recipes can be used to soothe itching from insect bites, remove hair, heal burns and other damage.
It is a versatile and effective remedy that should be used with contraindications.
Contraindications to the use of turmeric
Any cosmetic products are unacceptable for use if an allergic reaction to turmeric is detected.
The mask or other means should not be applied to the skin around the eyes.
The same applies to women with sensitive and fair skin, in the presence of purulent lesions and peeling.
By the way, here you can buy high quality organic turmeric in the form of spices, which is ideal not only for masks, but also for ingestion.
I hope you liked the recipes and will be useful.
Alena Yasneva was with you, bye everyone!
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