Neem and Turmeric Clarifying Ayurvedic Face Mask

Neem leaf is renowned for its healing, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and clarifying properties. Kasthuri manjal is a type of turmeric that is great for improving skin complexion - it is clarifying, tightens pores and brightens the skin. It differs from other varieties of turmeric as it does not stain the skin and is more fragrant. Combining the two ingredients as a face mask is great for soothing, cooling, clarifying the skin and combating acne and break outs.  

This mask can easily be made at home or book in here for an ayurvedic facial to have this mask specially prepared and used during the treatment. 

This salve is close to my heart as it one of the very first ayurvedic remedies that my ayah Mary (Kaliamma, whose hands are pictured using the grinding stone) taught to me when I was 12 or 13 years old. And it always works! Let me know how you go if you try it.

Ingredients:

Neem powder (1 tbsp)

Turmeric, Kasturi (1/2 tsp)

Room temperature water to create a smooth paste. 

 

Method:

Combine all ingredients in a clean, dry bowl.

Mix well to form a paste and apply a thin and even layer on skin.

Leave to dry for 10 minutes and gently rinse off with lukewarm water.

Pat skin dry with a towel and apply rose water or witch hazel to tone the skin, followed by your choice of moisturiser