Ancient Beauty Secrets: Turmeric’s Role in Skincare

Turmeric is a very good treatment for making the skin fair. Lemon has bleaching properties that help to make the skin fair in a natural way. Also, lemon makes the skin young and prevents it from becoming oily.

Ingredients:

• Two tablespoons of lemon juice.
• One teaspoon turmeric.

Method of making and applying:

• First mix lemon juice in turmeric.
• After the paste is ready, apply it on the skin and leave it like this for 20 minutes after applying it.
• After this, wash the skin with water. Keep in mind that when you remove the paste with water, remove the paste by moving the fingers in a circular motion.
• Repeat this remedy twice a week before sleeping at night.

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Milk has properties to clean the dead cells, impurities and other toxins of the skin. Mixing milk with turmeric removes acne and acne marks.

Ingredients:

• Half a teaspoon of turmeric.
• One teaspoon of milk.

Method of making and applying:

• First make a paste by mixing turmeric with one teaspoon of milk in a vessel.
• Now apply this mixture well on the face.
• Let the mixture remain on the face for one hour.
• Now wash the skin with lukewarm water.
• If you see yellow spots on any part of the face, take a small cotton ball and dip it in milk. Now apply it on the affected area and clean it gently.
• Repeat this remedy three times a week for better results.

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Cucumber has astringent properties, which slow down the aging process. Those with sensitive skin can use turmeric and cucumber juice. This mixture is very beneficial for the problem of aging.

Ingredients:

• Two teaspoons of cucumber juice.
• Half a teaspoon of turmeric.

Method of preparation and application:

• First put both the ingredients in a bowl and then mix it well.
• Now apply this mixture on skin problems like wrinkles, freckles, etc.
• After applying, massage the affected area for five minutes.
• Now leave the mask on for an hour.
• Then wash the skin with lukewarm water.
• Repeat this remedy two to three times a week.

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Turmeric, called the "golden herb" in Ayurveda, is an effective natural remedy for good skin. The curcumin present in it provides antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which make the skin glowing, clean, and healthy. Regular use of turmeric is helpful in reducing blemishes, acne, and wrinkles. It can be used as a face mask, scrub, or mixed with milk. Turmeric prevents skin infections and deeply nourishes the skin. However, before applying it directly on the skin, one should do a patch test and consult a doctor.