Turmeric masks

All is fair in war. Especially when it comes to the war for beauty and youth. Few people know, but condiments and spices are a strong ally in this matter. Yes, not only tasty, but also healthy. The topic of this article is turmeric masks. How to do them and what they will do.

Turmeric for acne

This spice is a bright yellow powder. It is extracted from the roots of a tree native to India. The spice has the following beneficial properties:

• antiseptic;
• antioxidant;
• improves skin regeneration - used in the fight against stretch marks and scars;
• healing;
• returns the lost elasticity to the skin, smoothes micro-wrinkles;
• anti-inflammatory;
• normalizes the oily skin by debugging the functions of the sebaceous glands;
• antimicrobial.

It is widely used in cosmetology as an additional enhancer in creams, cosmetic scrubs for teenage skin prone to acne.

Of course, turmeric masks have their own warnings. For example:

1. The spice gives the skin a yellowish tint. It is recommended to use with caution for people with very pale skin.
2. Be sure to test for allergic reaction... To do this, apply the gruel of seasoning and water to the inside of your hand. Rinse off after 15 minutes. If within an hour there is no redness, burning and other discomfort at the site of application, the mask can be safely applied.

To fight acne and oily skin it is worth trying masks made from this spice. Add to them the following aids to achieve the best effect:

• black clay;
• tea tree oil - a powerful natural antiseptic and healing agent;
• add the same amount of ordinary honey and milk to 1 tablespoon of turmeric;
• aloe and lemon juice;
• Try insisting on an alcoholic turmeric lotion if your skin is covered in acne;
• orange peel;
• oat flakes.

Turmeric for wrinkles

The anti-aging properties of turmeric are legendary. More than one section of women's forums is devoted to this issue and the reviews are simply amazing.

Please note that a slight yellowish tint on skin when using this seasoning, it can be easily removed with lemon juice or regular face tonic. The mask should be applied for no more than 30 minutes.

So, to combat wrinkles, try the following turmeric masks:

1. Stir 1 tablespoon of seasoning in the same amount of milk, kefir or yogurt. Add the same amount of honey to them.
2. The mask has good reviews for all skin types - mix carrot, lemon, aloe and black radish juices with cottage cheese, glycerin, saffron, honey and almond oil. Juices in a volume of 2 spoons, everything else 1 one at a time. Stir well and apply to clean, dry skin. Rinse off with warm water after half an hour.
3. Try combining coconut oil and egg yolk.
4. Cosmetic clay. Its healing properties are only enhanced if you add a couple of spoons of spice.
5. Take a tablespoon of cottage cheese - food for the skin, add the same amount of freshly squeezed lemon juice to it - it will increase elasticity and improve blood flow, plus the main character of the article. Leave it on your face for 15 minutes and wash off with warm water.

Turmeric for hair

This spice has received the title of "female spice" among the people. If you eat it, you can:

• to establish the work of the gastrointestinal tract;
• create a powerful choleretic effect;
• relieve inflammation.

Surprisingly, turmeric is widely used in the production of cosmetic and perfumery products. Also, this spice can give immediately opposite effects. For example, it can be used as an agent to slow down hair growth after epilation. And vice versa - as a means to increase the growth of hair on the head.

To improve the condition hair try the following masks with this spice on your head:

1. Take the juice of 2 oranges, mix with the pulp of half a banana and an apple. Add a spoonful of turmeric and half a spoonful of caraway seeds to the resulting mass. Apply to clean, damp hair. Cover with a towel and cap and rinse off after 20 minutes. It is good to use in conjunction with a quality herbal shampoo.
2. The well-known milk and honey mask will give your hair a healthy shine. It is better to wash off the composition with water and lemon.
3. A good result is obtained by using a spice mixed with vegetable oil. Better to take odorless: grape seeds, wheat germ. Apply the mixture only to the roots, warm with a cap or towel. Wash off after 40 minutes.
4. Try a mask made from colorless henna, a tablespoon of olive oil, a spoonful of honey, and seasoning. The resulting mixture not only nourishes and strengthens the hair, but also gives a light brightening effect.