Unlock glowing skin this winter with Turmeric paste: Here's why it's a game changer

New Delhi (The Uttam Hindu): Turmeric isn't just a culinary spice, it's been used for centuries in Ayurveda to combat ailments. Turmeric protects against infections and diseases, but it's also a hydra-facial for the skin. It detoxifies the body from within, purifies the blood, and eliminates inflammation, dryness, and bacterial effects deep within the skin.

In Ayurveda, turmeric is called Haridra, which balances phlegm and bile, and its consumption helps heal the body from within. Turmeric also helps heal wounds faster, but today we'll share some Ayurvedic turmeric ointments that will help prevent dryness in winter and restore your skin's radiance.

First, apply a turmeric paste. Prepare a mixture of turmeric, gram flour, yogurt, sandalwood, and mustard oil and apply it to your cleansed face. This will help bring a glow to your face and reduce blemishes by removing dead skin cells. Once the paste dries, rinse it off with lukewarm water and apply a moisturizer to lock in moisture.

Second, a paste of turmeric and milk. You can also use ghee instead of milk. This paste will help repair itchy and dry skin, and the milk will help maintain moisture. If your skin is particularly dry, you can apply it three times a week.

Third, apply a paste of turmeric and neem leaves. Neem leaf powder is readily available in the market. This paste will help heal acne and wounds on the face. Both turmeric and neem have anti-inflammatory properties, which promote wound healing and prevent the spread of infection.

Fourth, a paste of turmeric and rice starch. This paste will soften the face and cleanse the skin from within. Rice water and starch are also used in Korean treatments, while starch is already considered a medicinal herb in Ayurveda. This paste will tighten the face and enhance the skin's radiance many times over.