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
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