Turmeric beauty masks have been used across Asia for centuries. They are
known in Chinese and Indian traditions, and are an element of the
Ayurvedic medicine. In south Asia, turmeric masks were an integral part
of the bride’s wedding preparations, making her look spotless and
glamorous on her big day. Turmeric contains a phytochemical called curcumin, which can benefit
the body, both inside and out. Turmeric is obviously one of the
ingredients in the turmeric face mask recipe, but the mask also contains
two other important ingredients with lots of benefits for your skin.
Before getting to the recipe itself let’s look in more detail at the health benefits of turmeric for skin.
Homemade Turmeric Facial Mask – Basic Recipe
There are many variations of the recipe, but below you will find the
basic turmeric face mask recipe. Some people add chickpea flower to
thicken the paste or add other ingredients that benefit the skin (see
other recipes below).
Ingredients
1 teaspoon of turmeric
1 teaspoon of raw organic honey
1 teaspoon of natural yogurt (or milk)
Preparation
Put turmeric into a little bowl. Add honey and yogurt (or milk). You
can adjust the amount of yogurt (or milk) to adjust the thickness of the
turmeric mask, but make sure that it’s a firm paste that will stick to
your face. Turmeric is a dye and it can stain anything, so you don’t
want it dripping off your face.
Face preparation
Wash your face with running water and remove all makeup. If your hair
is long, tie it up at the back. Wear a T-shirt you are not too attached
to, in case it gets stained.
Application of the Turmeric Face Mask
Apply the turmeric mask evenly all over your face. A spot you don’t
want to miss is under the eyes, as turmeric’s anti-inflammatory
properties help reduce the dark circles, which form as a result of vasoconstriction (narrowing of the vessels).
If you have any mask leftover, you can save it in the fridge for a
few days and use it the next time. The honey will usually harden in the
fridge, so you can add a little bit of yogurt/milk to adjust the
consistency of the paste and reapply to your face.
Let the mask dry on your face. This means leaving it on for about 20
minutes and then washing it off with cool water. Dry your face gently
with a cloth.
Repeat the mask treatment over the course of a few days. You can also
apply it to your face every few weeks, depending on your needs and
complexion.
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