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What does turmeric oil do and why is it such an amazing oil? Turmeric has been used in India for almost everything since 2000 BC. In the South of India, the Vedic culture used it in cooking, religious ceremonies and for a variety of stomach and skin complaints. But there are many other uses for this amazing oil, read on!
Known scientifically as curcuma longa, turmeric is a member of the ginger family. Its fragrant oil is bright yellow, though there are colourless versions available for skincare. The oil contains turmerone, alpha-tumerone, curlone and even eucalyptol. These combine to make turmeric oil a powerful tool in your herbal remedy cabinet. Here are some reasons why we love turmeric oils and you will too!
Five Amazing Reasons to Love Turmeric Oil
1. Turmeric Oil Supports Muscle Tone and Joint Mobility
This root has a history of uses in ancient medicine. Chinese and Indian Ayurvedic practices use turmeric to support joint mobility and flexibility.
2. Turmeric Oil Boosts Natural Skin Support
For most skin conditions, turmeric calms and soothes and can even help soothe dry irritated skin. It also supports blood flow to the skin, assisting with faster healing times. Additionally, turmeric has antiseptic properties, which helps support healing and prevent scarring. It may also help to decrease signs of aging by reducing wrinkles and age spots.
3. Turmeric Oil Settle the Stomach
Turmeric has been used for centuries as a digestive and to support a settled stomach. Similar to its cousin ginger, turmeric is an incredible help with bloating. Be wary when ingesting - start with minimal amounts to avoid unpleasant consequences.
4. Turmeric Oil Helps Bites and Stings
Along with the skin-calming qualities, there are qualities to support the immune defences. Apply a spot of oil topically to calm any insect bite or sting.
5. Turmeric Oil Provides Support During Ills and Chills
Adding a few drops of turmeric oil to a bowl of hot water and then inhaling the vapours may give support during ills and chills and help to clear nasal passages. With its special qualities, adding turmeric oil or even turmeric powder to your meals and drinks may help support the immune defences as well.
Turmeric Oil: Useful in So Many Ways!
With a host of amazing qualities and a number of possible applications, turmeric is an incredible help in many situations. Supporting a healthy diet, the natural abilities of turmeric will help settle the stomach and support skin health. This is why we've chosen to combine East Cape mānuka oil with jojoba and turmeric into our amazing Blemish Oil blend to help with blemishes and breakouts.
