{"id":558,"date":"2010-09-29T09:54:40","date_gmt":"2010-09-29T07:54:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dev.radioislam.org.za\/wordpress\/2010\/09\/29\/feel-good-beauty-tips-with-turmeric\/"},"modified":"2010-09-29T09:54:40","modified_gmt":"2010-09-29T07:54:40","slug":"feel-good-beauty-tips-with-turmeric","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/radioislam.org.za\/a\/feel-good-beauty-tips-with-turmeric\/","title":{"rendered":"Feel good beauty tips with turmeric"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Turmeric is a wonder product that has gained fame in recent times although in India, people have been using it right from ancient times. At present, turmeric is one spice which will always be found in every Indian kitchen and is used to add flavor to curries and stir fries. But its skin benefits are more notable as turmeric is renowned for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Beauticians the world over are waking up to the amazing benefits of turmeric and it’s also being incorporated in beauty products. What’s wonderful about turmeric is that it’s easily available and you can use it in different ways using ingredients that are available right in your own house.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Turmeric assists you reduce pigmentation on your face and smooth out your skin tone. It can be easily done at home. Combine a little turmeric with cucumber or lemon juice and apply to your face. Leave it for some time and rinse off. A one-time application will be of little help and only frequent use will give a smooth glow to your face.<\/p>\n

Troubled with acne breakouts? Whether it's for you or your teenager, turmeric is a beauty element that is harmless and still gives wonderful results. Turmeric combined with sandalwood powder and a bit of water, and applied to the face can greatly reduce the appearance of acne. It's undoubtedly an inexpensive substitute to all those creams and gels that are usually not as powerful as desired or they claim.<\/span><\/p>\n

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 <\/span><\/span>One problem that usually besets pregnant women is the physical appearance of stretch marks on their stomach. If you've thought of exactly how stretch marks can be eliminated, try applying a combination of turmeric with yoghurt to the abdomen and then it wipe off after five minutes. If you keep on this frequently, it will help in maintaining the elasticity of the skin and prevent stretch marks.<\/span><\/p>\n

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One of the best cures for pimples and acne is turmeric. Make a paste of turmeric with rose water or plain water and apply on the pimples or acne. Leave it on for five minutes and rinse. Do this continuously for a few weeks for good results. A word of warning – plain turmeric tends to make your skin look slightly yellow, so do not apply on the whole face unless absolutely necessary. Wash the area thoroughly with water and if still find it looking yellow then apply an oatmeal face pack. This will take care of the yellow coloring.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Grandmas in India often prefer to apply a paste of turmeric to small cuts, bruises and bumps as it minimizes the inflammation same as an ice pack would do, without the uncomfortable ness. Its numerous germ killing qualities are great for using it for small cuts, injuries and abrasions and it helps in quickening the recovery process.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Until now, we've read about the cosmetic effects of turmeric for the skin. However did you know that turmeric is a fantastic organic way to combat that cough that has been troubling you for so many weeks? Lose those expectorants and just mix a spoonful of turmeric in warm milk and drink it. The hot milk eases the throat and the turmeric fights infection in the throat.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Turmeric helps minimizing gum infections also! Apply a mixture of turmeric, rock salt and mustard oil to the infected area about two to three times a day. Follow this by washing your mouth with a little hot water.<\/span><\/p>\n

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To improve a dark and dull complexion<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Ingredients
1 teaspoon of gram flour
pinch of turmeric powder
few drops of lime juice
1\/2 teaspoon olive oil 
1\/2 teaspoon milk<\/span><\/p>\n

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Mix the ingredients together. Apply the mixture to your skin. Leave it on for half an hour. Wash off with water.<\/span><\/p>\n

For oily skin: Mix 2 tablespoons of sandalwood powder, milk, a few drops of lemon and a pinch of turmeric powder to make a mask. Apply it on your face.  Let it dry. Wash off.<\/span><\/p>\n

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For dry skin: Take one egg white. Add 2-3 drops of each olive oil, fresh lemon juice and rose water. Mix in a dash of turmeric and apply evenly on face, ears and neck. Wash off after 15 minutes with cold water.<\/span><\/p>\n

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For normal skin: Take 3-4 very ripe strawberries. Mash them and add cornstarch and a pinch of turmeric. Mix well to make a mask. Apply it on your face, avoiding contact with delicate areas. Wash when dries off.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Turmeric for Cracked Heels and Fungal Infection<\/span><\/p>\n

Add a few drops of olive oil or coconut oil to 3 tablespoons of turmeric powder and apply this paste on your cracked heels. You will get comfort almost immediately. This paste can be used to prevent fungal infection which usually occurs between the toes.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Turmeric for Bodily Strength<\/span><\/p>\n

Drinking milk with turmeric cures numerous ailments. Women, especially can drink a quarter glass of turmeric juice and milk three times a week at night to strengthen bones and reduce the risk of developing osteoporosis.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Acne Mask<\/span><\/p>\n

You can apply turmeric directly on the acne and the skin surrounding it to treat it fast. This will also reduce the possibility of acne scars. Even if the scar forms, at least it would be of a comparatively lighter colour. Here is one way by which you can use turmeric externally. Take one or two teaspoons of fresh milk and one tablespoon of turmeric powder. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Mix both the ingredients well. The purpose is to give the mixture the consistency of paste. Apply it evenly on your face, covering the acne. Leave it on for 10 minutes, and then wash the turmeric mask off well with lots of plain water. You can apply an oil-free moisturizer afterward. Do it once a day to get rid of acne fast. Turmeric is believed to lighten the skin as well. Therefore, by using such a face pack made of turmeric, you should expect to enjoy a lighter skin tone over time. <\/p>\n

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You can make a scrub with turmeric for acne scars. Take 2-3 teaspoons of turmeric powder, 1-2 drops of lemon juice and mix it with one or two drops of mustard oil. You can replace the mustard oil with olive, coconut, or jojoba oil to get similar results. Mix the oil and turmeric well to make a paste. Spread it evenly on the face. Make sure that you cover the acne. Leave it on for 15 minutes. Sprinkle a little amount of water on your face.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Scrub your face gently with fingers, moving in a circular motion. You will be able to shed off the layer of turmeric and oil paste in a couple of minutes. Wash your face well with plenty of water. Do it once in two days. It will help in removing acne scars to a great extent.<\/span><\/p>\n

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