It's All About The Turmeric

Though it may be a relatively new skin treatment in the Western world, turmeric has racked up centuries of street cred as the “GO TO SPICE” for anti -ageing!

This bright yellow staple of Indian cookery is hailed as the "IT" ingredient in India. With its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, antiviral, antibacterial, anti-fungal and anticancer properties, it’s hardly possible for anyone to be anti-turmeric!

Since the early tender age of 12, turmeric has been my ULTIMATE favourite 'INSIDE-OUT”' beauty go to ingredient. It has the potential to address many outward concerns when ingested, and also when used in a skincare regime.

I remember turmeric being a big deal at home. My mother encouraged me and steered me to natural products from the kitchen. Of course back then, I never understood the importance and wanted to buy fancy products like my friends. Decades later,  everything has come full circle. Clearly my dear non english speaking mother, and generations before her, were light-years ahead of modern time, when it came to understanding the magic of natural products, that have withstood the TEST OF TIME —because they work!

Yep – who knew you had a secret anti-aging armour hiding in your kitchen.

According to the Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity (ORAC) score, turmeric is the fourth most antioxidant rich herb, worldwide, out of a list of 159,277. (Clove, Cinnamon and Oregano being the 1st three)

So What Exactly Is Turmeric?

This sassy plant in its natural form, is a spice plant that belongs to the same family as ginger. Similarly, to ginger, the roots of the plant itself are regularly used in cooking, but in the case of turmeric, the root is usually ground into a powder form. The active curcumin component that gives the turmeric its colour, is what is known to give it the therapeutic benefits to your skin and body.

Want some amazing ideas to introduce this evergreen, powerful spice into your life?
Then keep scrolling!

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TOP 3 DIY MASKS

TOP 3 FAVOURITE SKIN CARE PRODUCTS

TOP 3 LIQUID TURMERIC DRINKS

TOP 3 QUALITY TURMERIC SUPPLEMENTS

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1. Turmeric and Gram Flour Mask for Oily Skin/ Acne Prone Skin

‍‍WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• 1 tablespoon gram flour
• ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
• splash of water

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Mix turmeric powder and gram flour
2. Add a little water to the mixture to create a non drippy consistency
3. Apply to clean skin
4. Apply a thin layer to your face and neck. Massage it in, in circular movements
5. Wash off with cold water once dry

BENEFITS

• Gram flour- A natural skin lightener that help you achieve perfect glowing, porcelain skin.
• Turmeric- An antioxidant powerhouse, improving the overall appearance of your skin.

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2. Turmeric and Fuller’s Earth Powder Mask for Normal Skin 

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• 1 teaspoon rosewater
• 1 teaspoon honey
• ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 tablespoon fuller's earth powder

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Mix all the ingredients to make a paste that is easily spreadable
2. Apply to cleansed face and neck
3. Keep it on for 15-20 minutes and rinse off with cold water

BENEFITS

• Turmeric- An antioxidant powerhouse, improving the overall appearance of your skin.
• Fullers earth- Remove excess oil and impurities and rebalance's the natural PH level of the skin.
• Honey- Locks in moisture and leaves the skin hydrated

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3. Turmeric and Cream Face Mask for Dry Skin 

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• 1 tablespoon rose water
• ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 tablespoon fresh cream

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Combine all the ingredients thoroughly
2. Before application of this mask, steam your face for at least 5 minutes*
3. Apply the mask on your face and neck.
4. Wash off with lukewarm water after 20 minutes

BENEFITS 

• * Steaming your face will open up the pores of the skin and let the mask penetrate deeply
• Cream- moisturises and hydrates the skin
• Turmeric- An antioxidant powerhouse, improving the overall appearance of your skin.
• Rose water - Helps hydrate, revitalise and moisturise the skin. Maintains the skin's pH balance, and reduces the redness of irritated skin.

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MEDIK8 SUPER C30™ Potent Vitamin C Antioxidant Serum - 30ml
£44 - Medik8

This super high-strength, high-performance vitamin C serum is ideal for those looking to blast pigmentation problems and deliver a hit of anti-ageing power. Ideal for those looking to step up their vitamin C game for maximum results.

Why we love it?

·      Ultimate antioxidant trio of Vitamin C, Vitamin E & Turmeric Root Extract
·      30% Vitamin C delivers powerful brightening & collagen boosting action
·      Smooth fine lines & wrinkles
·      Tackle signs of photo-damage & hyperpigmentation

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‍SUNDAY RILEY C.E.O Glow Vitamin C +Turmeric Face Oil - 15ml
£38 - John Lewis & Partners

C.E.O. Glow is a Vitamin C +Turmeric glow-giving face oil that recharges the radiance of your skin. Infused with advanced Vitamin C and golden turmeric for instant vibrancy and antioxidant defence. C.E.O. Glow delivers cold-pressed, nutrient-rich extracts into your skin, leaving your complexion looking brighter and nurtured.

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Why we love it?

·      A botanically infused facial oil with hydrating properties
·      Reveals a brighter, dewier complexion
·      Contains brightening properties
·      High in antioxidant, protecting the skin from free radical damage
·      Boosts skin radiance and evens out the skin tone

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TROPIC Eye Work Rejuvenating Serum - 10ml
£28 - Tropic Skincare

This innovative under eye serum, with a bespoke ceramic tip, helps to lighten age-related pigmentation, combat dark circles and reduce puffiness. It's the workout your eyes have been waiting for!

Why we love it?

·      Great for puffy eyes and dark circles
·      Elasticity-boosting
·      Certified cruelty-free  
·      Vegan-friendly

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Turmeric and Black Pepper Shots

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• Pinch of black pepper
• Half a mug of boiling water

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Mix all the ingredients together and drink on an empty stomach

DID YOU KNOW?

• Add a pinch of black pepper and BOOM! You have turbo boosted the effects of the turmeric by 2,000%
• How? Piperine (the active ingredient in black pepper) enhances curcumin absorption in the body and makes it easy to get into your blood stream. Essentially it all comes down to absorption!
• For variation, you can add wheatgrass or lemon.

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Vegan Golden Turmeric Latte

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• 2 cups coconut/almond or cashew milk
• 1 pinch of black pepper
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 pinch of nutmeg
• ½ inch freshly grated ginger

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Pour the milk into a pot, bring to boil and add all the ingredients
2. Stir the mixture, then let it simmer for about 10 minutes
3. The longer you simmer this over low-medium heat, the stronger and more intense the flavour is (which I prefer)
4. Check that all the ingredients melt together to bring out their individual flavours

DID YOU KNOW

• Turmeric milk is a traditional Indian drink that is taken daily before bedtime.
• This golden caffeine free milk, with a concoction of turmeric, ginger, and cinnamon is mother nature’s gift for busting flu’s, coughs and colds
• Also keeps our immune system in check

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Balinese Jamu Juice

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• 4 cups filtered water
• 150g fresh turmeric root
• 20g fresh ginger root
• 2-4 tablespoon fresh lime/lemon juice
• Pinch of pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Peel the turmeric, using a spoon
2. Steam the roots for about 20 minutes
3. Make sure to keep the steamed water and put the roots with more fresh water (4 cups in total) in the blender until it’s all smooth
4. Strain it through a very fine sieve, nut milk bag or muslin cloth
5. Pour it into glass bottles to refrigerate and enjoy throughout the day
6. TIP Add a pinch of pepper in your glass, to support the curcumin absorption

DID YOU KNOW

• This fresh juice heals and soothes the body from reducing inflammation, improving digestion, to enhancing immunity, this juice really does it all
• Jamu simply means medicine in Balinese
• The most common form of Jamu is turmeric Jamu. Whilst the name sounds exotic, as you can see, the ingredients are quite simple

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CURCUMIN 95 + BIOPERINE® 60 VEG CAPSULES
£16.95 - Love Life Supplements

WHY WE LOVE IT

• 500mg per capsule of Pure Curcumin with 95% Curcuminoids (Serving Size: 1 Capsule)
• No Fillers or Anti Caking Agents - Non GMO, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Soy Free - Suitable for Vegetarians and Vegans
• 5mg Black Pepper Extract
  

Curcumin 95 with Black Pepper 60 Vegan Tablets
£22.99 - Clearwave Health

WHY WE LOVE IT

• 550mg per capsule of Pure Curcumin with 95% Curcuminoids (Serving Size: 1 Capsule)
• Non-GMO, 100% free from artificial colours, flavours, soya, gluten, yeast and wheat - perfect for both vegetarians and vegans.
• 5mg Black Pepper Extract

CURCUMIN 95 + 90 VEG CAPSULES
£26.56 - Vimergy

WHY WE LOVE IT

• 300mg per capsule of Pure Curcumin with 95% Curcuminoids (Serving Size: 3 Capsules)
• Non-GMO, Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Kosher, Vegan & Paleo Friendly

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