Brilio.net - Acne is a common problem experienced by a number of people, both teenagers and adults. Although there are many modern skin care products available on the market, the use of natural ingredients to treat acne remains an option for a number of people looking for a safe solution for their skin. One natural ingredient that has long been known to have properties for skin health is temulawak.
Temulawak (Curcuma xanthorrhiza) is a rhizome plant that has been used for centuries in traditional medicine in Indonesia and other Southeast Asian countries. In addition to being known as a cooking spice and herbal medicine for various diseases, temulawak is also believed to have extraordinary benefits for skin care, especially in treating acne.
The active ingredients in temulawak, such as curcumin and xanthorrhizol, are known to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties that can help relieve inflammation in acne and fight acne-causing bacteria. In addition, the antioxidant properties of temulawak also play a role in protecting the skin from free radical damage and supporting the process of skin cell regeneration.
The use of temulawak in acne facial care can be done in various forms, from masks, toners, to creams. The simplest way is to make a mask from fresh temulawak that is mashed and mixed with other natural ingredients such as honey or yogurt. Regular application of temulawak masks is believed to help reduce acne inflammation, brighten the skin, and speed up the healing process of acne scars.
However, it is important to remember that while turmeric and other natural ingredients have potential benefits for acne-prone skin, they should still be used with caution. Everyone has different skin types and sensitivities, so it is important to do a patch test before applying any natural ingredient to your entire face.
Are you interested in using temulawak for acne skin care? For those who are interested, you can read the information below as briliobeauty.net collected from various sources, Thursday (22/8).
Benefits of temulawak for facial care.
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Temulawak is indeed known to be able to treat acne. There are many benefits of temulawak for facial care. This is certainly about the various contents in it. Well, here are the benefits of temulawak, among others:
1. Anti-inflammatory.
Curcumin in temulawak has anti-inflammatory properties that can help relieve inflammation in acne. Quoting from NCBI, Thursday (22/8) a study published in Advances in Dermatology and Allergology showed that curcumin is effective in reducing inflammation in certain skin conditions.
2. Antimicrobial.
Xanthorrhizol in temulawak has antimicrobial properties that can help fight acne-causing bacteria. A study published in the Journal of Applied Microbiology showed that xanthorrhizol is effective against various types of bacteria.
3. Antioxidants.
The antioxidant properties of turmeric can help protect the skin from free radical damage and support the skin healing process.
How to use temulawak for the face.
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If you already know the benefits of temulawak, next you need to know how to process it in several treatments.
1. Curcuma mask.
How to make:
- Puree 1 piece of fresh temulawak
- Mix with 1 tablespoon of honey
- Apply to a clean face
- Leave it for 15-20 minutes, then rinse with warm water.
2. Curcuma toner.
How to make:
- Boil 2 segments of ginger in 200 ml of water
- Strain and cool
- Use as a toner after cleansing the face.
3. Curcuma cream.
You can buy ready-made turmeric cream or make your own by mixing turmeric extract with a natural cream base.
Research and scientific evidence.
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Although ginger has potential benefits for acne-prone skin, specific research on its effectiveness in treating acne is limited. A study published in the Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Biomedicine showed that ginger extract has antibacterial activity against Propionibacterium acnes, a bacteria often associated with acne. However, more clinical research is needed to confirm the effectiveness and safety of using ginger in treating acne.
Quoting from the Indonesian Ministry of Health, Dr. Ari Widodo, SpKK, a dermatologist and venereologist explained that temulawak does have the potential to help treat acne due to its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. However, its use must be careful and should not replace medical treatment prescribed by a doctor for severe cases of acne.