Turmeric- An ancient natural beauty secret

Turmeric- the spice has a warm, bitter taste and is used to flavor or color curry powders, and other foods in parts of Asia. The root of turmeric contains a yellow-colored chemical called curcumin and is often used to make medicine and cosmetics. In Southeast Asia, turmeric is used not only as a main spice but also as a component in religious and cultural ceremonies. Because of its brilliant yellow color,turmeric is also known as “Indian saffron.”


So is turmeric good for your hair?

For Hair Fall:

The yellow-colored chemical curcumin, an active ingredient in turmeric due its anti fungal, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, antioxidant, antiseptic and antibacterial properties is effective against Cicatricial alopecia - a scalp ailment caused by inflammation that damages the hair follicles and prevents growth of new hair.

For Dandruff:

Turmeric has several uses as a beauty product; it is especially helpful in treating fungal infections like dandruff. 



Recipe for Anti-dandruff Pack

  • Mix 1/2 teaspoon of Organic Turmeric Powder in 2 tablespoons of Organic Coconut Oil or Extra Virgin Olive Oil (as per your preference). 
  • Apply all over the scalp using your fingertips to massage. 
  • Leave the pack on for 1-2 hours and rinse off and shampoo to prevent or treat dandruff.
This pack will also help in reducing dryness of the scalp


How does turmeric help acne?

Turmeric can be used in many different ways to prevent and treat acne.
  • You can make a paste of turmeric and yogurt and apply to acne-prone areas 
  • Make a paste of turmeric, gram flour and juice of ½ a teaspoon of lemon with rose water. Apply this paste to reduce acne or acne scars
Turmeric can help:
  • Destroy the acne causing bacteria that leads to inflammation.
  • Remove excessive oil from the skin
  • Treat acne as it possesses anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties


Can Turmeric be used as an Anti-aging treatment?

Recipe: An anti-ageing turmeric pack
  • Add 1/4 tsp of organic turmeric powder to an egg white 
  • With the help of a cotton ball, apply the mixture to your face
  • Leave it on for 30 mins and rinse off with warm water
Use this pack once a week to help prevent and reduce fine lines.

How do you get rid of turmeric stain on the skin?

Always use gloves whenever you apply a turmeric face mask or hair pack. In case your face, fingers or nails get stained from turmeric then follow any of these steps:
  • Scrub your yellow stained nails with a mixture of baking soda and lemon juice for 2-3 minutes.
  • Massage few drops of coconut or castor oil on your face and gently wipe the oil using a cotton ball to remove the turmeric stain.
In order to prevent turmeric from staining your skin, mix it with oil or coconut milk before applying the face pack or face mask. You can also Use a face toner or use a sugar and oil scrub to get rid of turmeric stains.



If you are still concerned about turmeric staining your skin then you can buy products from naturals brands that use turmeric as an ingredient. Look for products like Vya Naturals Turmeric Scrub or Vya Naturals Turmeric Face Wash. Both are filled with the goodness of Turmeric, super easy to use and stain free. Vya Naturals Turmeric Face wash is also available on Amazon. Get it here.

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