Use these easy ways to use turmeric to apply daily masks to whiten and brighten your skin, reduce dark spots, hyperpigmentation and acne scars in 30 days or less.
Have you ever considered using turmeric for skin whitening?
More often than not, we are drawn by the bells and whistles of skin lightening products and technologies, owing to their convenience and supposed instantaneous results.
While I don’t have anything against one’s choice of skin weapon, I often find myself advising women to shift their attention towards natural skin recipes, particularly for whitening.
For one, I prefer turmeric not only for its health-boosting powers but also for its all-natural composition that is proven safe and effective.
If you don’t like the strong, bitter taste of turmeric tea, I suggest that you use the powder topically instead.
You’ll be surprised at how effective it is in dealing with dark, uneven skin, as well as acne scars, with continuous application.
In this blog post, I’ll share with you 10 ways on how you can use turmeric not only for skin whitening but also for remedying common issues that plague your skin.
Benefits Of Using Turmeric For Skin
As a wonder spice of the olden days, turmeric possesses qualities that are comparable to or even better than modern-day skin treatments.
In fact, science has been endorsing turmeric as a remedy for all skin conditions known to man.
Here are some turmeric benefits that your skin will surely thank you for:
1. It Fights Acne.
Turmeric is a natural antiseptic and antibacterial agent that combats acne-causing bacteria.
If you consume it orally, it can cure your illnesses and even influence enzymes into functioning for your skin’s health.
Otherwise, if you use it topically, it can help in drying up your pimples and cleanse your pores of impurities that are causing your breakouts.
2. It Boosts Blood Circulation.
Turmeric contains curcumin, a compound that helps increase the production of nitric oxide, which plays a role in dilating blood vessels.
By boosting circulation around your face, you can avoid dull-looking skin and dark, “panda eyes”.
3. It Is Anti-Inflammatory.
Turmeric’s curcumin compound similarly helps in reducing the swelling, redness, and irritation on the skin.
This is why experts recommend this powder as a remedy for eczema, rosacea, psoriasis.
4. It Evens Out Skintone And Repairs Cellular Damage.
Turmeric’s ability to inhibit melanogenesis actually amazes scientists that they eventually discovered its potential as a cure for vitiligo and hyperpigmentation.
It is also being linked to an improvement in the condition of damaged skin caused by sun exposure and aging.
Hence, regular application of turmeric mask can whiten and clear your skin as effectively as your favorite skincare product.
5. It Stimulates Collagen Production.
Curcumin is a wonder compound in turmeric that contributes to collagen synthesis.
In the same way, it consequently promotes cell turnover, which makes it effective for treating scars and wounds.
With an increase in collagen production comes the benefits of having firmer, supple skin and the speedy healing of skin injuries.
6. It Fights Oxidative Stress And Free Radicals.
Turmeric also provides a defense shield against damages caused by oxidative stress.
It is similarly effective in dealing with free radicals that increase photoaging.
How To Lighten Skin With Turmeric
To lighten your skin with turmeric, you can use it to make a paste along with other natural ingredients that have bleaching and brightening effects. A teaspoon of turmeric powder is enough to cover your face in the form of a mask. Take note that you can only let it sit for 30 minutes before rinsing it off with water. Repeat the process in the evening but never soak it overnight.
Do this treatment religiously for 30 days and you’ll soon notice your skin becoming lighter and more radiant.
You can use a variety of mask combinations and still achieve your desired results.
For example, if you also want to have clear skin, you may incorporate ingredients that can enhance the antibacterial properties of turmeric against acne vulgaris.
Will Turmeric Stain Your Skin?
There’s a possibility that you might stain your skin with turmeric. However, this is usually linked to higher amounts of topically-applied turmeric powder. Hence, it is recommended that you use only small amounts of this ingredient and not soak in it for more than 30 minutes at a time. If you notice some yellowing while rinsing your face, apply a facial scrub to gently exfoliate your stained skin. Rinse thoroughly with water after scrubbing.
10 Easy Ways To Use Turmeric For Skin Whitening & Dark Spots
Ready to reveal a whiter, even complexion?
Here are 10 turmeric recipes that will you address all your skin concerns.
Note that you should observe this routine once or twice daily within 30 days to see the best results.
1. Banana-Turmeric Face Mask For Bright Skin
Turmeric’s collagen-inducing qualities + banana’s potassium and hydrating vitamins = a recipe for brighter skin!
Simply mix a teaspoon of turmeric powder, 2 teaspoons of mashed banana, and half a teaspoon of agave syrup until it resembles a paste.
Apply this mixture onto your face and neck. Let it sit for 30 minutes before rinsing off with water.
2. Lemon-Turmeric Face Mask For Skin Lightening
Another perfect combo that will fix your discoloration issues is this lemon-turmeric mask.
Turmeric in itself inhibits melanin production. When combined with lemon, which is a natural bleaching agent, you can achieve fairer skin.
All you have to do is mix 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon of squeezed lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon of agave syrup.
The resulting mixture should then be applied onto your face and let it sit for no more than 30 minutes.
Rinse afterward with tap water.
3. Antibacterial Turmeric Face Mask For Acne
If your main concern is breakouts, this mask that combines the antibacterial powers of turmeric, aloe vera, and tea tree oil will surely fix the issue.
Coupled with lemon juice as a lightening ingredient, you’ll soon achieve fairer, spotless skin.
Combine a teaspoon of turmeric powder with 1 teaspoon of aloe vera gel, 3 drops of tea tree essential oil, and 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice.
Once the mixture resembles a paste, apply it on your face and let it soak for 30 minutes before rinsing.
4. Anti-Sun Tan Turmeric Face Mask
Turmeric’s curcumin and almond yogurt’s exfoliating quality can help diminish your skin’s uneven pigmentation caused by sun exposure.
Along with citric acid in orange peel powder, you can have a perfect formula to combat UV-induced tanning.
To make a mask for sun-tanned skin, mix a teaspoon of turmeric powder with 2 teaspoons of almond yogurt and a teaspoon of orange peel powder.
Apply the mixture on your face and leave it on for 30 minutes before washing off with water.
5. Anti-Wrinkles Turmeric Face Mask
Turmeric can stimulate your skin’s production of collagen to plump up your wrinkling, loose skin.
Together with bakuchiol, which is a retinol alternative, you can achieve a youthful, radiant aura.
Simply mix together a teaspoon of turmeric powder, 3 drops of rose essential oil (for pH balancing), and 2 drops of bakuchiol.
When it turns into a paste, apply it on your face and leave it on for 30 minutes.
Rinse off with water afterward.
6. Anti-Oiliness Turmeric Face Mask
Turmeric and aloe vera both can control sebum production which causes your skin to become oily.
Combined with lemon juice, a known natural astringent, you have an ideal recipe against oiliness.
Mix 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon of aloe vera gel, and half a teaspoon of lemon juice.
Once it becomes a paste, apply the mixture to your face. Let it sit for 30 minutes before rinsing with water.
7. Skin Hydrating Turmeric Face Mask
Since curcumin compound in turmeric deposits hydration boost to your skin, why not amp it up with nourishing almond yogurt?
When combined with agave syrup, you can have a formula for anti-dryness of skin.
Mix a teaspoon of turmeric powder with a teaspoon each of almond yogurt and agave syrup.
When paste forms, apply it all over your face and leave it on for 30 minutes before rinsing off.
8. Daily Turmeric Oil Cleanser
Do you need an instant brightening effect minus the soaking time? Then make an oil cleanser out of turmeric powder and coconut oil.
Both have cleansing and antiseptic properties that clear your pores of impurities and leave a supple texture.
Simply combine 2 drops of coconut oil and a pinch of turmeric powder in a small dish.
Apply the mixture on your face and massage gently with your fingers.
Leave it for 5 minutes before washing off with cold water.
9. Turmeric Face Mask For Dark Undereyes
While turmeric can do the job as a standalone, you can enhance and speed up the brightening and plumping of your undereye area with aloe vera and avocado oil.
Mix a teaspoon of turmeric powder with 1 teaspoon of aloe vera gel and 1/4 teaspoon of avocado oil.
Apply the mixture on your under eyes and let it sit for 30 minutes.
When ready to remove, simply wipe it off with a damp cloth or a cotton ball.
10. Turmeric Facial Scrub
If your skin needs some exfoliation, you can enhance the power of turmeric with oats and almond yogurt.
Make a scrub by combining a tablespoon each of ground oats, turmeric powder, and agave syrup.
Add in 1-2 tablespoons of almond yogurt and mix well until it forms a paste.
Apply the mixture on your face and give it a gentle massage for 5 minutes before rinsing off with tap water.
Conclusion
Turmeric is an age-old remedy that is backed by modern-day science and successful results.
It has a number of benefits on skin, including skin lightening, anti-acne, anti-aging, and stimulating collagen production.
Here are the 10 Easy Ways To Use Turmeric For Skin Whitening & Dark Spots:
1. Banana-Turmeric Face Mask For Bright Skin
2. Lemon-Turmeric Face Mask For Skin Lightening
3. Antibacterial Turmeric Face Mask For Acne
4. Anti-Sun Tan Turmeric Face Mask
5. Anti-Wrinkles Turmeric Face Mask
6. Anti-Oiliness Turmeric Face Mask
7. Skin Hydrating Turmeric Face Mask
8. Daily Turmeric Oil Cleanser
9. Turmeric Face Mask For Dark Undereyes
10. Turmeric Facial Scrub
I hope that through these skin recipes, you’ll finally consider turmeric for skin whitening and other beauty goals you wanted to achieve in just 30 days.
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