Homemade Turmeric Acne Treatment

Unless you’ve won the genetic lottery, you’ve likely suffered or will suffer through the annoyance of acne from your teenage years until your fifties.

Acne, or acne vulgaris to be specific, is a common chronic skin condition that leads to the appearance of blackheads, whiteheads, greasy skin, pimples, and even scarring as a result of these symptoms.

Worst of all, if you have recurring acne you might be increasingly self-conscious about it, which might lead to some long-term psychological side effects like anxiety (which might to more outbreaks), self-esteem issues, and even forms of depression.

Teenagers are particularly vulnerable to these issues because most of them have not gained the experience necessary to cope with the emotional stress that usually accompanies acne.

Given the stress it causes and the fact that nearly 80% percent of teenagers all suffer with acne, it’s not surprising at all that there’s a billion dollar industry in the U.S. alone ready to take advantage of people’s urgent need to get rid of acne.

This industry spends millions of dollars in advertising to convince you that their expensive products are the healthiest and most efficient way of treating acne.

Nothing could be further from the truth.

Acne Treatment Health Issues

Treatments containing benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid have the possibility of causing severe allergic reaction to some people who use it. These reactions can be:

– Dry skin

– Inflammation

– Burning

– Itching

– Severe swelling of face or eyes

It almost seems like your body is trying to tell you something about these unnatural products specifically made for profit, right?

Don’t panic or yield to the potential health risk these treatments pose!

This is where turmeric comes in.

If you’re regular reader of my posts, you’re probably well aware of how highly I hold turmeric and why it will always have a place in both my kitchen and my first aid kit.

Turmeric has been known to boost your immune system’s performance, help treat asthma and arthritis, treat minor infections, help your digestive system, and even improve your dental health.

It’s also incredibly versatile because it can make one mean healthy tea and even be the key ingredient in a topical ointment designed to help your skin heal.

When it comes to acne, turmeric is a potent treatment because its antiseptic and antibacterial properties help you get rid of breakouts without any of the side effects cause by benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid.

Best of all, turmeric might be able to help acne scars gradually fade if it’s used regularly and if you pair with a healthy diet and lifestyle.

So without further ado, here’s how you can treat acne naturally:

Homemade Turmeric Acne Treatment

Here’s what you’ll need:

– Turmeric leaves.

– Tulsi or basil leaves

– Some boiled water

You’ll also need a food processor or a mortar and pestle.

Here’s what you’ll need to do:

Begin by crushing your turmeric leaves into a thick paste and put it aside. Grind the tulsi or basil with the boiling water; use barely enough water to make a fine paste. Mix ½ a tablespoon of the tulsi/basil paste with 1 tablespoon of the turmeric paste. I recommend using your food processor or mortar and pestle.

Make sure your paste is smooth.

Twice a day, apply a thin layer of this paste on your face, let it sit for 15 minutes, wash it with soap, and then use a water-based moisturizer. The batch should last for about 3 days.