pure beauty
By Sherrie Strausfogel
a touch of turmeric
This popular natural pain reliever can also do wonders for your skin
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urmeric’s benefits go beyond spicing up curry. This orange-colored root that is part of the ginger family has significant beauty benefits. It exfoliates and brightens skin, slows wrinkle formation, fights acne, fades scars and blemishes, and controls inflammation. Turmeric’s active ingredient, curcumin, is a natural antiseptic with antibacterial, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties. Arguably, the most powerful benefit of curcumin is its ability to control inflammation. Whether taken internally as a kitchen spice or supplement, or used topically in personal care products, turmeric can fight germs, soothe irritation, and neutralize certain enzymes that cause inflammation. Turmeric powder has a mild abrasive texture, which makes an ideal skin exfoliator. You can find it in face and body cleansers and scrubs that promise cell regeneration and smooth, soft skin. Turmeric is also a key ingredient in brightening masks due to its ability to illuminate and rejuvenate dull looking skin. Turmeric protects skin from age-related pigmentation, but it also protects the deeper layers of the skin from wrinkles and premature aging, making it an ideal ingredient in moisturizing serums, creams, and lotions. Turmeric’s antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties fight and prevent acne. Turmeric-infused toners, serums, and balms attack acne-causing bacteria and germs, while reducing redness. It fades blemishes and scars by speeding up the healing process of wounds. Plus, turmeric is If you have psoriasis, rich in vitamin C, which boosts collagen and eczema, or a similar type of skin condition, taking encourages healing.
Did You Know?
a turmeric supplement may help reduce flare-ups.
Boost your skin’s natural glow with Andalou Naturals Turmeric + C Enlighten Serum. Turmeric, vitamin C, apple and grape stem cells, and bioactive berry complex brighten, lighten, and tighten skin. Use day and night before moisturizing.
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Purify blemished or oily skin with Auromère Sandal-Turmeric Ayurvedic Soap. This handmade vegan formula combines the astringent, purifying, and cooling properties of sandalwood with the complementary softening, antiseptic, and toning properties of turmeric.
Even skin tone and diminish fine lines with Derma E Vitamin C Brightening Clay Mask with Turmeric & Kale. This single-use clay mask draws out impurities and brightens skin with antioxidant-packed vitamin C, turmeric, and kale.
Clear up problem skin with Himalaya Botanique Balancing Neem & Turmeric Face Wash. This soap-free gel cleanses by removing excess oil and impurities without over-drying. Turmeric, combined with purifying and antibacterial neem, kills acne-causing bacteria and balances skin.
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