Kasturi Haldi or aromatic turmeric has been widely used as a cosmetic herbal for centuries. When applied to the skin, Kasturi Haldi aids in keeping your skin looking youthful and lustrous. Its anti-bacterial properties keep your skin free from infection and skin-related diseases.
You can also prepare a bath powder using rose petals, green gram dal, white turmeric and Kasturi Haldi. Make a paste of the powder adding a little milk or water and apply it about 20 minutes before your bath. You will find your skin looking youthful and rejuvenated, while infections are kept away.
Glossary |
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Botanical name |
Curcuma aromatica |
Common name |
Aromatic/ Wild Turmeric |
Bengali |
Shati |
Gujarati |
Amba Haldar |
Hindi |
Jangli haldi, Amba haldi |
Kannada |
Kasturi Arasina Hudi |
Konkani |
Ran Haldi Pito |
Malayalam |
Kasturi Manjal Podi |
Manipuri |
Lam Yaingang |
Marathi |
Ran Halad |
Tamil |
Kasturi Manjal |
Telugu |
Kasturi Pasupa, Adavipasupu |