Turmeric for Healthy Skin 

Turmeric for Healthy Skin 

I’ve written about the amazing benefits of turmeric for your health. Today, I’m excited to share with you the great benefits turmeric for your skin.

This bright yellow spice gets its health benefits from curcumin, the bioactive component of turmeric. Turmeric’s various antioxidants and anti-inflammatory components can provide a healthy glow and luster to your skin that comes from the inside. Turmeric is one of those spices that can revive your skin and get rid of a dull winter complexion. And if you add turmeric to your juice and apply as a face mask so you can get your glow back twice as fast.

Helps Heal Wounds

You may also be interested in knowing that turmeric can help heal wounds because it is an anti-inflammatory. By incorporating it, your wounds will heal more quickly. Studies have found that turmeric can positively affect tissue and collagen as well.  (http://www.sunshinebotanicals.com/blog/top-5-herbs-that-firm-loose-skin/)

Psoriasis

Turmeric is useful for psoriasis by helping to control flare-ups. Researchers have found that turmeric can obstruct the inflammatory enzymes linked to psoriasis. It can also lower the levels of cytokines, which stimulate cell inflammation and might eventually lead to psoriasis.

Helps Acne

The antibacterial properties of turmeric aid in acne treatment and prevention of scarring. And its anti-inflammatory properties treat the inflammation caused by pimples.

Prevents Wrinkles

A Japanese study found that turmeric can prevent the formation of wrinkles and melanin. It also prevents the reduction in skin elasticity caused by chronic UVB exposure. (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19577913)

Reduces Skin Pigmentation

Turmeric has bleaching properties that help reduce skin pigmentation. Mix one teaspoon turmeric powder with one teaspoon of lemon juice. Leave on skin for 20 minutes. Do not go out into the sun for at least an hour. Wash off with cool water.

Helps Reduce Excessive Facial Hair

This condition is caused by hormonal imbalances. Applying turmeric to the skin and taking it orally can be helpful.

RECIPE

Turmeric Time

• 1 cucumber
• 3 carrots
• 3 celery ribs
• 1 chard leaf
• 1/2 apple or1/2  lemon
• 1-inch chunk ginger root
• 1-inch chunk fresh turmeric root or 1/4 tsp. turmeric

Juice all ingredients, stir and enjoy.