Magical ingredients for our skin are around us. We just need to open ourselves to it. One such nature’s treasure is “Kasturi Manjal” or Wild Turmeric, used from time immemorial in India.
Kasturi Manjal belongs to the Curcuma family. This herb is used primarily for cosmetic purposes.
Kasturi Manjal or Wild Turmeric
Kasturi Manjal is an excellent skincare product. It has anti-bacterial, anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. Kasturi Manjal is mild yellow in color with a camphor-like aroma and has a bitter taste.
Kasturi Manjal can be used for all skin types like dry skin, acne-prone skin, tanned skin, etc. It is also safe to be used on babies.
Usage according to skin type
Kasturi Manjal can be blended along with other ingredients as per the skin type.
- For normal to dry skin – Combine Kasturi Manjal with milk cream or milk and apply all over the face. You can also combine it with Ubtan powder like Multani mitti ubtan. It keeps your skin hydrated and restores glow to the skin.
- Normal to Oily skin – Make a paste out of Kasturi Manjal, pure Aloe Vera juice or rose water. Apply it all over your face and neck and wash off. This mask provides a soothing sensation to the skin. It helps tame the excess oil and gives a fresh glow.
- Acne-prone skin – The antibacterial properties of Kasturi Manjal prevents acne and its skin lightening property helps fade off acne scars. A mask of Kasturi Manjal with fresh yogurt is good for acne-prone skin.
Kasturi Manjal is sourced from nature and hence it is safe to use on the face daily.
