The Australian model-turned-beauty entrepreneur’s advice on using the popular spice for healthy, glowing skin
Supermodel Miranda Kerr, the brains behind Kora Organics, a beauty company based in her native Australia and the US, is a huge advocate of turmeric.
As well as being a wonderful addition to your morning latte and favourite curries, the powerful ingredient has been widely used for beauty and medicinal purposes for centuries, thanks to its potent anti-inflammatory properties. It is also believed to soothe irritation and improve skin tone, making it a popular addition to skincare products—including those in Kerr’s brand.
“Throughout my studies of nutrition and health I discovered the powerful benefits of turmeric, I then knew that I had to incorporate it into my skincare range,” Kerr said. “I'm obsessed with our Turmeric 2:1 Brightening and Exfoliating Mask —this is my at-home instant facial! The super-fine granules deeply exfoliate, leaving my skin soft and glowing. I also suffer from pigmentation and this mask has made a dramatic difference in brightening my dark spots."
But how does something that’s spicy by nature work to calm skin? Is it worth adding it to our skincare routines, and are there any downsides? We ask the skincare entrepreneur for her insider tips.
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What is turmeric?
Gold in colour and with an earthy scent, turmeric is a member of the ginger family. It has been used in cooking and Ayurveda medical practices for many years across Asia. Turmeric is rich in curcumin, a compound known for its healing properties that can benefit people with inflammatory conditions such as skin redness and heart disease.
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