4 ways to incorporate turmeric into your beauty care regimen. 1. Yogurt and Turmeric Mask 1 teaspoon honey (raw is optimal) 2 tablespoons fresh yogurt (kefir may be substituted) 1 teaspoon powdered turmeric 1 teaspoon finely ground sea salt *optional Combine all ingredients in bowl. Stir well.Apply with cotton pad and leave on face for ½ hour. Rinse with warm water. This mask will keep for several days in the refrigerator. 2. Turmeric Toner This makes use of a liquid probiotic form of turmeric. Similar to the ginger bug which is used to make fermented beverages, the turmeric bug combines raw or powdered turmeric with sugar and water. The mixture is “fed” daily until it is fermented. For specifics see How to Make a Turmeric Bug. 2 ounces turmeric bug 2 ounces hydrosol or witch hazel Hydrosols are also known as floral waters. Examples include rose hydrosol, lavender hydrosol, and tulsi hydrosol. Like fermented turmeric, hydrosols act as an astringent, cleaning the skin and constricting its pores. The turmeric bug can be used without the hydrosol, but I find the two make a delightful combination. Apply with cotton pad and feel the rich boost fermented turmeric offers to the face. Toner stores well at room temperature. 3. Turmeric scrub This simple yet effective scrub is reminiscent of the Indian “haldi” wedding tradition mentioned above. For this scrub, gram flour is added. 1 tablespoon gram flour (also known as chickpea flour or garbonza flour) ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder 1 tablespoon filtered water Combine in small bowl. Add more water if needed. Keep the mixture thick. Apply to face and neck. Rinse with warm water. Great for use in baths too. 4. Hand milled soap There is no better way to enjoy the beauty of turmeric’s orange hue than a homemade bar of soap. Hand milling offers all the artistry of soap making without having to work with lye. The process is simple: Melt a bar of natural soap, add powdered turmeric, and pour into mold. For detailed instruction see How to hand mill soap. Want to try turmeric soap that’s already made? Just So Natural Products offers this unique Turmeric Thyme probiotic soap. Hoping to improve your skin and your overall health? Try turmeric! Have you tried turmeric in your skin care regimen?
Posted on: Fri, 31 Jan 2014 18:00:00 +0000
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