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Turmeric for Skin Whitening: 8 DIY Face Mask Recipes

turmeric for face whitening

Over many centuries turmeric is an amazing spice that has been used for medicinal and beauty purpose. Turmeric is rich in anti-microbial properties and ability to work as an anti-inflammatory. Also, turmeric antioxidant properties make it a powerful tone improving ingredient. Another most important property which makes turmeric a perfect for skin lightening is its tendency to lower down the volume of melanin from the skin.

As a face mask, turmeric can heal and beautify our skin. Very easily you can do at home. Turmeric will add a brilliant glow to the skin when combined with yogurt or coconut or any essential oil. Turmeric also has potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that can help fight acne and wrinkles.

Turmeric face mask is a safe and natural way of lighten your skin without the use of any chemicals or harmful elements. Turmeric also rich in Vitamin B6 and magnesium and these help in new skin cell growth. Vitamin C present in turmeric helps keep skin soft and firm as well.

Turmeric Face Masks for Skin Whitening

1. Turmeric powder, corn flour and honey mask for skin whitening

  • turmeric powder
  • corn flour
  • honey

Mix 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder, 2 tablespoons corn flour and 2–3 drops honey in a bowl to create a paste.

Apply this natural mixture by massaging your face and leave on for 15-20 minutes.

Wash off with cold water.

Use this scrub for about 2–3 times in a week,

2. Turmeric, honey and lemon face mask for skin lightening, dark spots and acne scars

Because of the high concentration of vitamin C, it can be a highly effective antioxidant. This usually means a lemon may be used when treating dark spots, acne, psoriasis, freckles and other kinds of hyperpigmentation. The vitamin C presents in lemon lightens skin by decreasing melanin.

This home-made natural remedy is great for the treatment of dark spots, acne scars, and skin lightening. It is ideal for all skin types and effectively solve skin related problem.

  • turmeric
  • honey
  • lemon

In a small bowl, mix 1/2 teaspoon turmeric, 1 tablespoon honey and 2-3 drops of lemon juice and make a paste. Apply it to your face and let it sit for 15-20 minutes before washing off with cold water.

3. Turmeric, lemon juice and aloe vera gel

Certain chemicals called aloin and aloesin in aloe vera may have skin-lightening properties.

Also aloe vera may reduce the appearance of hyperpigmentation by destroying existing melanin cells in the skin.

  • turmeric
  • lemon juice
  • aloe vera gel

Mix 1 tablespoon of turmeric in powder form, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and  1 teaspoon aloe vera gel a bowl and create a paste of it. Apply the mixture to face. Leave it on for 15-20 minutes and then wash off with cold water.

4. Turmeric and kefir face mask for skin whitening

The lactic acid in of kefir may inhibit the growth of bacteria which causes acne and whey contained in kefir may lighten skin.

  • turmeric in powder form
  • lemon juice
  • kefir

Combine 1 tablespoon of turmeric powder, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and 2 teaspoon kefir in a bowl and make a paste of it.

Apply this natural turmeric and kefir pack to your face and let it sit for 15-20 minutes.

Wash off with warm water.

5. Turmeric, milk and lemon juice face whitening mask

Turmeric and lemon offer brightening and lightening benefits. Milk adds B-vitamins, alpha hydroxyl acids, calcium and other powerful antioxidants.

  • lemon juice
  • milk
  • turmeric powder

In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 3 tablespoons milk and ½ teaspoon turmeric to create paste and apply it to your face.

Let it sit for 15-20 minutes.

Wash off with warm water.

6. Turmeric and baking soda face scrub for skin lightening

Turmeric’s powder provides excellent exfoliation; it also helps in regulate skin’s oil production, making it great for acne-prone skin.

Baking soda have bleaching properties that help fade and lighten scars.

  • ground turmeric
  • almond milk
  • baking soda

Combine 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric, 3 teaspoons almond milk and 3 teaspoons baking soda in a small bowl and make a paste of it and  apply it to your face.

Let it sit for 15-20 minutes.

Wash off with warm water.

7. Turmeric and coconut milk face mask

Turmeric cool inflammation and irritation while other skin-soothing ingredients like honey and coconut milk help tighten and brighten skin.

  • turmeric powder
  • honey
  • coconut milk

In a bowl, mix 1 teaspoons turmeric, 1 teaspoon honey and 1 tablespoon coconut milk and create a paste.

Apply the mixture to face.

Let it sit for 15-20 minutes.

Wash off with warm water

8. Turmeric and olive oil face mask for skin whiteninig

Turmeric rich in many antioxidants that can help make our skin look young and fresh. Olive oil will help keep the elasticity of skin.

  • turmeric
  • olive oil

Mix 1 teaspoons turmeric with 1 teaspoon olive oil and apply it to your face.

Let it sit for 15-20 minutes.

Wash off with warm water.