BENEFITS OF TURMERIC:

• GIVES NATURAL GLOW TO SKIN:

Turmeric is said to be a powerful herb for skin whitening and showing radiance. It is a potent antioxidant that can help eliminate dark spots, blemishes, and hyperpigmentation. Turmeric or haldi is commonly utilized in Indian wedding traditions. It is done to give your skin a natural shine on your special day. Turmeric’s antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects add shine to your skin, rejuvenating it with a natural glow.

• TREATS ACNE:

Your skin may have acne that resembles lesions due to the Cutibacterium acnes bacteria. This kind of acne outbreak is one that turmeric can help with. According to research published in PharmaTutor, curcumin, the main ingredient in turmeric, has strong antioxidant qualities that may help prevent acne vulgaris. Turmeric’s anti-inflammatory properties lessen skin irritation and eventually promote skin healing.

• HELPS IN ATOPIC DERMATITIS:

One kind of eczema is atopic dermatitis. The American Academy of Dermatology reports that atopic dermatitis, particularly in the eye area, is a common condition that many people encounter. A 2015 study found that a concoction of walnut, Indian pennywort, and turmeric is beneficial for eczema. There is anecdotal evidence that supports the usefulness of turmeric for eczema, despite the lack of scientific research or studies to support this claim.

• REDUCES THE RATE OF SKIN AGING

UV radiation and pollutants from the environment are frequent threats to your skin. It throws off the skin’s natural oil balance and causes elasticity loss, which manifests as wrinkles, age spots, fine lines, and other symptoms of aging. In a similar vein, free radicals accelerate the aging process and harm skin cells. The indications of aging often start to show around your eyes, forehead, and neck. Due to its strong antioxidant content, curcumin enhances the suppleness of your skin and increases the formation of collagen.

• RELIEVES PSORIASIS

You can also get psoriasis on your face. It is a skin ailment that causes very dry and thick skin. It irritates and inflames the skin on your face. Scalp psoriasis can also occur in people with face psoriasis. Turmeric is said by experts to be helpful in treating face psoriasis. Turmeric has anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory properties that help destroy psoriasis-causing germs and lessen skin irritation.

• DIMINISHES SHADOW CIRCLES

One typical worry with skin is dark circles around the eyes. Under-eye dark circles may result from sleep deprivation, poor diet, hyperpigmentation, or extended computer or phone use. Turmeric can help you in this situation. Turmeric is a skin-lightening ingredient that reduces the visibility of dark circles and increases circulation, which reduces puffiness and brightens the area around your eyes.

• HYDRATES PARCHED SKIN

Wintertime usually means dry skin. It may cause your skin to seem parched and dry. However, you can make things easier with turmeric. Using DIY turmeric masks or packs or skincare products enriched with turmeric is a great way to hydrate your skin. In order for new skin cells to grow, it accelerates the process of eliminating dead skin cells.

Dr. M. V. V. Durga Prasad (M.D. Ayu) 
Associate Professor @ SAMCY. 
Consultant Physician@ Vanaspathi-Kedila,