Kasthuri Manjal is called as wild turmeric in english. It is part of the Curcuma genus - Zingiberaceae family. I think there are 5 types of turmeric available. The ones which we use in cooking, round ones used for pooja or the auspicious one, kasthuri manjal which is used only for cosmetic and medicinal preparation. I'm not sure of the rest of the varieties. This variety of turmeric is grown mostly in the South Asian Countries.

Wild turmeric is an important ingredient in any ayurvedic skin care product. It has anti-oxidants, anti-inflammatory, anti-septic and anti-bacterial properties. The yellow pigment in the turmeric makes the skin brighter. It also helps in removing facial hair and pimple marks, when used for a longer time. Ladies used to apply turmeric paste on their body before taking bath ages before, to give a glow to their skin. This ritual is even now followed in marriage ceremonies in India. So how do we use it as a face pack?

Last time my mom came home, she felt my face was dull even after a facial at a nearby parlor :( This is why I'm not a parlor hitting girl!! She took the pains of searching kasthuri manjal in the market, and found a shop which sold the dried kasthuri manjal roots. She brought them home and grinded it coarsely in the mixer. Sieved it to make a fine powder and stored it for my later use. You can also buy 100% organic Kasthuri manjal powder available from some known brands.

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1. Yogurt & Turmeric Face Glow Pack

Mix 2 teaspoons of yogurt with a pinch of turmeric powder and apply it on  your face for 15 minutes and wash it off every day.
This pack removes tan, gives a healthy glow and softer skin. You can add a tsp of honey if your skin is dry.