Compiled & Medically reviewed by
      Dr.Sanjana.V.B. Bhms. Dbrm.Cdn

Turmeric orange peel yoghurt  pack for age spots

   Age spots are overactive pigment cells on your skin which is aggravated by sun exposure. Ultraviolet(UV) light increases the production of melanin, a natural pigment that gives skin its color. Prolonged exposure to sun causes age spots when melanin becomes clumped or is produced in high concentrations.

 Turmeric orange peel yogurt pack is a rejuvenating, brightening face pack which can remove the sun induced skin damage, dark spots and tan. Pigmentation of face is diminished in intensity by the regular topical application of this pack

Ingredients and their benefits

·       Turmeric

     Turmeric contains powerful antioxidants such as curcumin that helps fight free radical damage from oxidative stress to skin. It also helps to lighten scars and pigmentation induced by UV rays of sun. Sun induced skin damage is one of the major causes of premature ageing, wrinkles, tan etc.

      Turmeric has anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties which help to maintain your skin free from infections by microbes. Curcumin may be used medically to treat a variety of dermatologic diseases including acne, alopecia, atopic dermatitis, facial photoaging, oral lichen planus, pruritus, psoriasis, radiodermatitis, and vitiligo. Curcumin is recognized as a safe compound by Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

      Apart from its anti- ageing, antimicrobial properties it can smoothen the skin exfoliating dead skin when applied as a face pack with other ingredients such as yoghurt, milk etc.

·       Orange Peel Powder

    Skin is made up of three main layers; epidermis, dermis, and sub cutis. The major components of dermis are collagen and elastin fibers. Reduction in collagen and elastin leads to wrinkle formation. Skin ageing happens through two processes in human body. Intrinsic skin aging or natural aging is caused by changes in elasticity of the skin over time and genes and oxidative stress play a crucial role in it. Extrinsic skin aging happens as a result of exposure to solar radiation (UV rays of sun) and oxidative stress caused by free radicals produced in the body from various sources.

 The main reason that skin starts to sag and form wrinkles is the breakdown in elastin and collagen. 

Orange peel powder is a good anti-ageing topical agent. A study showed that this ingredient has promising antioxidant and anti-enzymatic activity and can be used as a potent anti-wrinkle agent in anti-aging skin care formulations [2].

It helps in toning your skin. It helps in lightening and brightening your skin removing tan.

·       Yoghurt 

Yogurt may support increased elasticity in the skin. As you age, your skin naturally loses collagen, a type of protein that promotes elasticity. Face masks may help restore elasticity while improving overall skin appearance. Studies suggests that yogurt may help minimize the effects of ultraviolet (UV) rays  on skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and moisturizes your skin.

·       Milk    

Milk is a wonderful ingredient for our skin in various ways although clinical research studies could not find its brightening and softening effects. But in practice milk does wonders for dry and normal skin.

Dairy milk contains lactic acid, which is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) ingredient. Alpha-Hydroxy Acids or  AHAs are found in sour milk (lactic acid).AHA has therapeutic and cosmetic benefits as it serves as a physical and immunological barrier to harmful external factors and prevents DNA breakage. 

The effectiveness of AHAs is determined by concentration and exposure time. In low concentrations it acts as a cleanser. It helps remove dead skin cells and stimulates new cell growth.

   Lactic acid of milk is included in many skin brightening treatments and creams that treat dark spots. But there’s no clinical evidence to suggest that milk or lactic acid makes your skin lighter. But it is a proven fact that lactic acid can reduce the impact of sun damage. According to our practical experience with milk as a topical application, it is a great de-tanning, smoothening and softening agent for dry and normal skin. Milk is not recommended in face packs for acne prone oily skin.

·       Jojoba oil

It helps to control sebum production as it is very similar to the sebum that your body produces naturally. It prevents comedones and acne of face as the oil has similar sebum like texture and do not clog pores.

 It moisturizes your skin well; Jojoba oil contains natural forms of vitamin E, an antioxidant against oxidative stress attack on skin. Unlike some other essential oils, jojoba oil doesn’t need to be diluted for applying on skin.

  Jojoba oil is widely used in the pharmaceutical industry, especially in cosmetics, to restore the health of hair and skin.

 Extensive research studies on Jojoba oil  has shown a wide range of pharmacological applications such as  antioxidant, anti-acne and anti-psoriasis, anti-inflammatory, antifungal, antipyretic, analgesic & antimicrobial activities for jojoba oil.  Jojoba oils are often used to treat wrinkles and fine lines. Jojoba oil and its ingredients contain properties that may improve skin elasticity.

 One study suggests that regular use of a facial mask containing jojoba oil and clay could lead to a reduction in blackheads, whiteheads, and bumps.  Jojoba oil is noncomedogenic, which means it does not clog the pores. Jojoba oil helps in the reduction of Acne. Jojoba oil plays an important role in reducing pimples, blackheads, and other facial blemishes.

 Preparation of the face pack

 Add 3tsp turmeric powder into a small bowl and add 2 tbsp. milk. Mix well.

Add  1 tbsp. orange peel powder into it.

Add  1 tbsp. yoghurt and stir well.

Now you may add 3-4 drops of jojoba oil into the mixture. Stir well all the ingredients.

How to use

Apply it  evenly on the cleansed face [preferably over your neck also] .Let it dry on your skin . When it dries mildly wash with plain water. Do not wait for over drying the pack on your face. This is very crucial for better outcome on your skin. Clean your face with water well. [As it is a turmeric pack I recommend washing your face again with curd or a face moisturizing  lotion and water again] .

This face pack helps in diminishing age spots, blemishes and fine lines over your face. Jojoba oil is immensely nourishing to your skin. The face pack may give you a brighter complexion also.

Extra care tips for brighter rejuvenated healthy radiant skin

This face pack is suitable for all people with dry, oily and combination skin. However it is advisable that for oily skin, avoiding milk as an ingredient is better.

People with very dry skin may apply a moisturizer after removal of the pack although it is not very much essential due to the presence of jojoba oil in the pack.

Apply this face pack  once in a week initially and later reduce the frequency of applying to once in 2weeks only.

In the mid days  between 2 face packs  nourish your skin applying a vitamin E rich lotion or cream or moisturizer. Although it is not a must for those who use only herbal and natural face pack, it is recommended for better results. Vitamin E is a great antioxidant which helps to rejuvenate the skin after exfoliation with this face pack. 

Use a sunscreen while you are out door or under bright light. This is very crucial in avoiding sun induced damage to skin and preventing recurrence of pigmentation. 

Dr. Sanjana v.b BHMS, DBRM.CDN

References

1.    https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27213821/

2.    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4908842/

3.     https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8197201/

4.     https://www.forbes.com/health/body/jojoba-oil/

5.    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/age-spots/symptoms-causes/syc-20355859#:~:text=Age%20spots%20are%20caused%20by,is%20produced%20in%20high%20concentrations.