For centuries an Ayurveda Turmeric facial mask was used to make skin glow. Before weddings this was applied to the bride's skin and make her look radiant and glowing

But in the last couple of years it also became clear that a turmeric is very useful to fight acne

And everyone, and that includes you, can enjoy a relaxing and satisfying natural spa experience right there in your own home with these turmeric facial masks. It's all made clear; these face mask recipes are as simple as ABC, affordable or downright cheap and you probably have the ingredients already somewhere in your kitchen cabinets

Turmeric is known to slow down the aging process of your skin. It fights dry skin by stimulating your blood flow which helps your skin to keep healthy and fight the formation of wrinkles and creases

Like we mentioned a well known use of it in India is to make your skin glow and make you look radiant. There it is also used to reduce hair growth on the body

The main use of a turmeric facial mask in western countries however is somewhat different. It became clear that through the turmeric's antiseptic, antibacterial and anti inflammatory properties, it could help in the fight against psoriasis, acne and blackheads. And that's exactly what you were looking for?

If you want to find out more about turmeric as an active ingredient in do-it-yourself facial masks visit our homemade facial mask basics page by clicking on the link. There you can also find out more about many other possible ingredients and ways to combine them into your own signature facial mask recipe

Before applying any facial mask clean your face and neck with fresh water. Take off all cosmetics, creams, lotions, in short: everything. Use a non abrasive, non aggressive soap if necessary. When finished, pat your skin dry

Even better is to take a hot shower or a steam bath to clean and open up your pores. For some useful steam bath suggestions & tips check our steam bath page

When you have applied the turmeric facial mask of choice make sure you take your time to lie down, place a towel under your head and neck. Put 2 cucumber slices on your eyes; or use 2 used and cooled down chamomile teabags (our personal favorite!) or 2 cotton pads soaked in rose or lavender water

But most important:

To make your face mask experience even more satisfying we suggest you check our quick facial tips page. These will smooth things out just a little bit more

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Treat and pamper yourself by making and using these turmeric facial masks. Shift your mind to the good things in life, put on a smile and Enjoy!

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A typical basic turmeric face mask, the milk soothes and eases your skin, while the turmeric cleans and makes it glow

What do you need:

• 1 tablespoon of Milk powder
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric paste

How to do it:

Mix the milk powder and turmeric paste until it is a smooth pasteSpread the paste gently and equally with your fingertips on your clean face and neck; keep the eye area clear

Now lie down, relax and leave the mask on for 15-20 minutes, your skin should start to feel tight and dry

Then wash it off with cold water; pat your skin dry with a clean towel

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Another simple turmeric facial mask for acne prone skin

What do you need:

• 2 tablespoons Curd
• 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Sandalwood powder

How to do it:

Mix the curd, turmeric and sandalwood until you have a smooth and uniform paste

Pat the paste gently and equally with your fingertips on your clean face and neck; keep the eye area clear

Now lie down, relax and leave the mask on for 15-20 minutes

Then wash it off with warm water and a soft warm wash cloth, end with a splash of cold; pat your skin dry with a clean towel. Finally apply a moisturizer, this way you "seal" your skin to keep the water inside

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What do you need:

• Coconut oil
• 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric powder

How to do it:

Mix the coconut oil and turmeric until you have a smooth and uniform paste

Smooth the paste gently and equally with your fingertips on your clean face and neck; keep the eye area clear

Now lie down, relax and leave the mask on for 20 minutes

Then wash it off with warm water and a soft warm wash cloth, end with a splash of cold; pat your skin dry with a clean towel. Finally apply a moisturizer, this way you "seal" your skin to keep the water inside

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The mustard oil in this turmeric face mask has anti-bacterial and anti-fugal properties, and is crammed with vitamins and minerals, and as we know, that's a good thing for your skin

What do you need:

• 2 tablespoons Plain unflavored Yogurt, with active cultures
• 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 tablespoon Mustard oil

How to do it:

Mix the yogurt, turmeric and mustard oil until you have a smooth and uniform substance

Smooth the paste gently and equally with a facial mask brush or spatula on your clean face and neck; keep the eye area clear

Now lie down, relax and leave the mask on for 10-15 minutes

Then wash it off with lukewarm water and end with a splash of cold; pat your skin dry with a clean towel. Finally apply a moisturizer, this way you "seal" your skin to keep the water inside

note: make sure that you are not allergic to mustard oil; and do not use it on sensitive skin, mustard oil can be quiet rough on skin

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Again a turmeric facial mask that will leave your skin radiant and glowing

What do you need:

• 1 tablespoon heavy Cream
• 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Lavender or Rose water

How to do it:

Mix the cream, turmeric and rose or lavender water until you have a smooth and uniform substance

Smooth the paste gently and equally with your fingertips on your clean face and neck; keep the eye area clear

Now lie down, relax and leave the mask on for 30-45 minutes

Then wash it off with warm water and a soft warm wash cloth, end with a splash of cold; pat your skin dry with a clean towel. Finally apply a moisturizer, this way you "seal" your skin to keep the water inside

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A unique rejuvenating and anti wrinkle turmeric face mask. Fuller's earth cleans and takes away excess oil while the turmeric stimulates and gives your skin a nice glow

What do you need:

• 1 tablespoon Fuller's Earth (or Multani Mitti)
• 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• Fresh Water

How to do it:

Mix the Fuller's earth with the turmeric powder and slowly add water to make a smooth and uniform paste

Smooth the paste gently and equally with your fingertips on your clean face and neck; keep the eye area clear

Now lie down, relax and leave the mask on for 20-30 minutes

Then wash it off with alternately cold and warm water and end with a splash of cold; pat your skin dry with a clean towel. Finally apply a moisturizer, this way you "seal" your skin to keep the water inside

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This turmeric facial mask is often used in acne treatments

What do you need:

• 1 tablespoon Oatmeal flour
• 1 tablespoon Lentil powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• Fresh Water

How to do it:

Mix the lentil, oatmeal and turmeric and slowly add water until you have a smooth and uniform paste that sticks to your face without it running off

Smooth the paste gently and equally with your fingertips on your clean face and neck; keep the eye area clear

Now lie down, relax and leave the mask on for 15-20 minutes

Then wash it off with alternately cold and warm water and end with a splash of cold; pat your skin dry with a clean towel. Finally apply a moisturizer, this way you "seal" your skin to keep the water inside

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Again a good facial mask to battle acne. Combined with milk and honey this turmeric face mask is the ultimate cleanser, soother and moisturizer

What do you need:

• 2 tablespoons Gram flour (also called chickpea flour, garbanzo bean flour or besan) If unavailable use Oatmeal flour
• 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric
• Milk
• organic Honey

How to do it:

Mix the gram flour and turmeric, now slowly add some milk and honey until you have a paste that will stay on your face without it running off

Smooth the paste gently and equally with your fingertips on your clean face and neck; keep the eye area clear

Now lie down, relax and leave the mask on for 10 minutes

Then wash it off with alternately cold and warm water and end with a splash of cold; pat your skin dry with a clean towel. Finally apply a moisturizer, this way you "seal" your skin to keep the water inside

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Basically the working of this turmeric face mask is the same as the one before, effective in fighting acne

What do you need:

• 2 tablespoons Gram flour (also called chickpea flour, garbanzo bean flour or besan) If unavailable use Oatmeal flour
• 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1/4 teaspoon Sandalwood powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Almond oil
• Fresh Water

How to do it:

Put the gram flour, turmeric, sandalwood and almond oil in a mixing bowl. Slowly add the water and blend it until you get a uniform sticky paste that will stay on your face without it running off

Smooth the paste gently and equally with your fingertips on your clean face and neck; keep the eye area clear

Now lie down, relax and leave the mask on for 10 minutes

Then wash it off with warm water and a soft warm wash cloth, end with a splash of cold; pat your skin dry with a clean towel. Finally apply a moisturizer, this way you "seal" your skin to keep the water inside

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The final all in face glow turmeric facial mask, combine and enjoy

What do you need:

• 2 tablespoons Carrot juice
• 1 tablesppon Radish juice
• 2 teaspoon organic Honey
• 1 teaspoon Aloe Vera gel
• 1 teaspoon Curd
• 1 teaspoon Rose water
• 1 teaspoon Glycerin
• 2 strips Saffron
• 1/2 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon Almond oil
• 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric powder

How to do it:

Mix all the ingredients into a smooth and uniform substance

Smooth the paste gently and equally with your fingertips on your clean face and neck; keep the eye area clear

Now lie down, relax and leave the mask on for 20 minutes

Then wash it off with warm water and a soft warm wash cloth, end with a splash of cold; pat your skin dry with a clean towel. Finally apply a moisturizer, this way you "seal" your skin to keep the water inside

A small word of caution: before you apply any mask, we recommend you do a patch test on a small piece of skin (e.g. behind the ear) to test your sensitivity to it

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