Three Vietnamese celebrities, Ha Tang, Thieu Bao Tram, and Bao Anh, have a little-known beauty secret in common: drinking turmeric water.
The Beauty Benefits of Turmeric
Drinking turmeric juice or mixing turmeric powder with honey offers surprising benefits for weight loss, skin whitening, and anti-aging.
Curcumin, a potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compound, inhibits free radical formation and prevents infections. Therefore, consuming turmeric or its juice is a “miracle cure” for anti-aging, reducing pigmentation, and maintaining smooth skin.
The anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of turmeric can positively impact psoriasis by controlling flare-ups and other symptoms.
Turmeric also aids in weight loss and maintaining a slim figure by boosting metabolism and fat-burning, thanks to curcumin.
Curcumin in turmeric accelerates wound healing by reducing inflammation and oxidation. Additionally, turmeric helps lessen the body’s responses to skin injuries, promoting faster healing.
Turmeric has positive effects on the skin’s collagen and tissues. Consequently, the Journal of Life Sciences recommends using curcumin from turmeric as an optimal formula for wound healing and improvement.
Beauty Treatments with Turmeric
Apart from drinking turmeric water, you can also use turmeric for external skin care treatments.
1. Turmeric and Honey Face Mask
Ingredients:
– 1 fresh turmeric root
– 2 tablespoons of pure honey
Instructions:
Clean the turmeric root and grind it into a paste. Mix the turmeric paste with honey. Apply the mixture to your face and acne-prone areas. Rinse with warm water and pat dry after 15-20 minutes.
By diligently applying this mask 2-3 times a week, you can treat acne not only on your forehead but also on other parts of your face.
2. Turmeric and Milk Face Mask
Ingredients:
– 1 fresh turmeric root
– 3 tablespoons of unsweetened milk
Instructions:
Clean and grind the turmeric root. Mix the turmeric paste with milk. Apply the mixture to your face and acne-prone areas. Rinse with warm water and pat dry after 15-20 minutes.
By consistently applying this treatment, you can effectively treat acne and blackheads on your forehead and other facial areas.
3. Turmeric and Passion Fruit Face Mask
Passion fruit is rich in citric acid, which helps remove dirt, unclog pores, and prevent acne formation.
Ingredients:
– 3 tablespoons of turmeric powder
– 1 passion fruit
Instructions:
Mix the turmeric powder with the passion fruit pulp. Apply the mixture to your face, especially acne-prone areas, for about 15 minutes. Rinse your face thoroughly with warm water.
4. Turmeric Powder and Rice Powder Face Mask
Ingredients:
– 2 tablespoons of turmeric powder
– 2 tablespoons of rice powder
– Honey
– Yogurt
In a clean bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of turmeric powder with 1-2 tablespoons of rice powder. Gradually add ½ tablespoon of honey and ½ tablespoon of plain yogurt. Stir the mixture well. Clean your face and gently massage it. You can also exfoliate with fresh ginger or olive oil and red sugar beforehand. Apply the turmeric mixture to your face and let it sit for 30 minutes or until it dries. Rinse your face with warm water, then splash cold water and gently massage your skin to tighten pores and firm your complexion.