Kasturi Turmeric also known as Wild Turmeric, Aromatic Turmeric, Jangli Haldi, Zedoari, Kattumanna, Kasturi Manjal, Kasthuri Pasupa & Kasthuri Arishina. It is primarily used for cosmetic purposes as a natural beauty product or as in ayurvedic skin care
preparations. It not used in cooking as a spice like regular turmeric.
Kasturi turmeric is very fragrant with a camphor-like aroma. It also does not stain
the skin like its regular turmeric.
Benefits: Among its numerous properties, the magical spice is an excellent anti-inflammatory, antioxidant,
antibacterial and anti-aging agent.
Check out the following tips to make the most of your Kasturi Turmeric skin treatment:
- Kasturi turmeric should never be used with plain water.
- Make sure to combine it with flours,
oils, milk, or yogurt.This will prevent your skin from getting stained.
- If you have a sensitive skin, use Kasturi Turmeric with yogurt or milk.
- For oily-skin, fresh rose water will go very well with it.
- If you are pregnant, start using Kasturi Turmeric every day at the time of bathing in order to
avert the development of stretch marks after delivery.
Some more tips on use :
The Kasturi Turmeric powder can be used as follows, as per one’s skin type, for best results:
- Normal to Dry Skin- Blend Kasturi Turmeric with milk or full cream. When applied all over the
skin at least twice a week, this hydrates as well as restores glowing skin. This is also a great ritual
if you’re considering to remove tan in the summer.
- Normal to Oily Skin - Make a paste of Kasturi Turmeric, a teaspoon of Rosewater or pure Aloe
Vera juice to apply as a mask all over the face. The antioxidant properties of Kasturi Turmeric
combined with the soothing, balancing and citrus properties of Rosewater, Aloe Vera Juice, help
to tame excess oil production and keep dullness at bay.
- Acne Prone Skin: Kasturi Turmeric possesses antibacterial properties which help prevent acne
while its natural lightening qualities help fade away post acne scars as well. Add to the Multani
Mitti, as well as a teaspoon of fresh yogurt to make a revitalizing facial mask.
A brief guide to Kasturi Manjal and its benefits:
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