TURMERIC FACE MASKS FOR EVERY SKIN TYPE

Turmeric’s is one of the best pantry ingredients for clear skin and can be used for any skin type. It is rich in anti oxidants that help to deep clean pores, remove dead skin for a smooth skin, add a healthy glow, treat acne and wrinkles naturally. 

Turmeric face mask for dry skin

Ingredients required:

• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 tablespoon coconut milk

How to use? Mix all the ingredients well. Apply this paste on the face and give a gentle massage in the circular direction. Let it sit for about 20 min then rinse with warm water.

Quick Tips:  Use pure, organic turmeric as it doesn’t leave a permanent yellow stain. If you want to be extra careful not to stain your skin then look for kasturi turmeric (curcuma aromatica), which is non-staining and works amazing at clearing acne, fighting wrinkles, removing facial hair growth and adding a radiant glow to the skin . However, it is not edible.

Benefits: Turmeric is great for all skin types since it balances skin moisture and also sebum. Coconut milk is a natural skin softener that also repairs dry flaky skin. Regular use of this mask makes skin soft, smooth and moisturized.

Turmeric face mask for acne prone skin

Turmeric has anti-inflammatory anti-bacterial properties that fight blemishes for clear skin naturally. Acne can also be caused by hormonal imbalance, which can be as a result of stress or menstruation. Whatever maybe the reason, turmeric can always help you keep acne under control.

 

• 2 teaspoons rice flour,
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder,
• 1 tablespoon yogurt and
• 1 teaspoon honey.

Method-

In a bowl, add 2 teaspoons of rice flour, 1/2 teaspoons of turmeric powder, 1 tablespoon of yogurt and 1 teaspoon honey. Give everything a very good mix making sure there are no lumps. If the face mask feels very thick, you can add in more yogurt or add in some cold rose water if you have very oily skin.

Now, wash your face with a good quality cleanser and apply the mask evenly on the face. If you have dark circles or dry under eyes, you can apply the mask there too. Let the mask sit on your face for good 30 minutes and spray rose water all over.  Massage your skin with the mask gently so that rice flour in it can exfoliate your skin. Rinse off and use a mild cleanser if skin feels slippery or greasy or much stained due to turmeric. Pat dry and follow with a gel-based moisturizer if you have oily skin and a good cream based moisturizer if you have dry skin. 

Turmeric face mask for Oily Skin:

Ingredients required:

• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1- 2 table spoon of honey or aloe vera gel

How to use? Mix the ingredients well to form a smooth paste. Apply the paste and give a gentle massage, leave it for about 10min and then rinse with warm water.

Benefits: Turmeric is great for all skin types since it balances skin moisture and also sebum. Honey is great for oily skin since it cleanses pores and removes excess oil; this also helps prevents white heads and acne.

Turmeric recipe for glowing skin 

Ingredients required:

• 1-2 tablespoon coconut oil
• 1/4 -1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder

How to use? Mix all the ingredients well until there is no lump. Apply the mixture to your face and give a gentle massage. Let it sit for 15-30 mins and then rinse it with warm water.

After applying turmeric if your skin stains, then just use an exfoliating cleanser or if you want to go naturally then you can also use sugar and lemon juice to scrub your face free of the yellow stain.

Benefits: Turmeric is great for all skin types since it balances skin moisture and adds a healthy glow to the skin. Coconut oil is a natural skin beautifier that also makes skin plump and glowy.