Turmeric is the roots of the plant of the same name, ground into powder. For us, this is primarily a spice that is used in cooking, but in many eastern countries, turmeric is actively used in cosmetology. The fact that this sun powder has antioxidant and antiseptic properties was known in ancient times. It is known that as early as 2500 BC. in India it was used for medical purposes and for various kinds of rituals. For example, brides rubbed their bodies with turmeric before the wedding, thereby clearing them of previous karma. In addition, this use of the spice was also of a purely practical nature, since the turmeric paste perfectly cleansed the skin, improved its color and gave tone.
Turmeric detox cocktail
This orange drink will cure you both digestive upset and acne with equal success. It perfectly cleanses the body of toxins and toxins, removing all harmful impurities and leaving only radiant health. So, write down the recipe for a magic cocktail of youth and beauty.
How to make: For 500 ml of coconut milk, you will need one teaspoon of turmeric and a small piece of ginger root. Pour milk into a saucepan, put ginger and turmeric there, stir and let the drink simmer for a couple of minutes. Turn off heat and cover the saucepan. Let the cocktail steep for 10 minutes and you can drink it. If you don't taste good, add a spoonful of honey for sweetness.
Turmeric and honey face mask
This mask perfectly moisturizes and nourishes the skin, gives a healthy complexion and acts on the principle of detox agents, removing toxins from the upper layers of the epidermis. The only thing that can be a catch is finding natural honey without any additives. It is important that the honey is as natural and organic as possible. Otherwise, skin irritation and allergies can easily develop.
How to do it: Mix honey with turmeric powder and apply the resulting paste to your face.
Oil & Turmeric Hair Conditioner
The result of this blend is well-groomed and nourished hair, a hydrated scalp and stimulated hair follicles ready to work with a vengeance, producing strong and healthy hair.
How to make: Olive oil, a little turmeric, mix everything and apply on hair and scalp for 20-30 minutes, then rinse everything thoroughly with shampoo.
Turmeric bath
We warn you right away: your bathing in an orange mash will look strange, but on the other hand, bombs that paint the water green or blue are no better than a natural spice, time-tested and millions of Indian women. Keep in mind that the skin after such reclining may become a little colored, but don't let that scare you - a couple of minutes with a scrub and washcloth and you are as good as new. In the truest sense of the word. The skin after such baths becomes infantilely soft and velvety.
How to do it: Fill a bathtub with warm water, pour half a glass of turmeric powder into it, spread the spice and lie in the bathtub for 15-20 minutes.
Papaya and turmeric mask
Turmeric in tandem with papaya is an excellent tonic, which also relieves the skin from inflammation and flaking. In general, papaya is quite often used in cosmetology and is known for its tonic, moisturizing, regenerating and detoxifying properties. In addition, the enzyme secreted from the papaya fruit is renowned for its excellent lightening effect.
How to do it: Peel the fruit, mash it well until mushy, add a teaspoon of turmeric to the resulting mass and stir until a homogeneous paste. Apply gently to the face, avoiding the skin around the eyes and leave to dry (if this is too long for you, remove the mask after 15 minutes, this is enough time to get the effect).
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