How to Make a Turmeric Face Mask for Brighter Skin

The weather is about to break and your skin doesn’t have that summer glow.

No need to worry. With basic items found in your kitchen, you can transform your skin from dull to delicious.

Keep reading to learn how.

Turmeric has been used for over 4,000 years. It is well-known in South East Asia for its beauty and health benefits. In fact, it is inexpensive and simple to use. People consume this miracle plant for an immune system boost, improved brain function, anti-inflammatory properties, and improvement of joint health.

But turmeric doesn’t have to be ingested for it to work its wonders. Did you know it also helps to improve the look of your skin? You can create a mask to help lift away dead skin cells.

Now get to your pantry or closest market for the necessary items.

Materials:

1 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder

1 teaspoon organic apple cider vinegar

2 tablespoon of organic honey

1 teaspoon milk or yogurt

Measuring spoons

Small bowl

Latex gloves (optional)

Make-up brush (optional)

You can adjust the measurements to suit your preference.

Step 1:

Mix ingredients in a small bowl. The paste should be smooth but not dripping.

Step 2:

Apply the mask to your face with either your hands or a make-up brush.

Because the turmeric can cause a yellowish tint to your hands and nails,

gloves and a make-up brush can help prevent this from happening.

Step 3:

Let the mask sit on your face for 15-20 minutes. Go take a seat and listen to music or a guided meditation.

Step 4:

Gently wash off the mask with warm water. A dark-colored washcloth can be used to remove the mask.

Do not be alarmed if your skin has a slight yellowish tint. The color will fade within a couple of hours.

If you like the results but feel your skin could look better feel free to make the mask for a few nights in a row. However, if you have sensitive skin it may be best to spread out the number of times you use it.

But regardless of your skin type, a turmeric face mask will help rejuvenate your skin. Making you the object of everyone’s attention.

Sample Case Study

Caseworker Connects Family to Resources

Discovering the Main Issue

About 5 years ago Debbie had the task of working with a family whose parents had allegations of abuse and neglect. The mother worked hard to provide for her daughters. The father was part of the girl’s lives. Mom and dad’s relationship was on and off.

Mom was the main caretaker and provider for the family. The father had a history of substance abuse issues primarily with Heroin.

As their case manager, it was my responsibility to see that the allegations were unfounded and assist the family with their needs.

When Debbie sat down to interview the family, it was clear the daughters loved both of their parents. 

In fact, they asked very specific questions about whether they would be removed from the house.

The parents were honest about their situation. It was clear they wanted their case closed and were willing to do what was necessary to make it happen.

Debbie: Are you using marijuana?

Mom: I have used it to help me sleep or distress. But I’m not using anything else.

Debbie: Are you about to get to your drug tests?

Mom: Because of my job and my car not working, it’ll be hard for me to get there by bus.

Debbie: Okay, I can pick you up on days where I am available or I can get you bus passes.

Mom: Yes! Thank you. That will help me.

Instead of telling this woman a flat No, she worked with her, in order to help her get out of the current situation of having an open case.

But as life would have it, more information became available once we learned of dad’s lengthy history with drug abuse and mom’s drug tests were negative.

Debbie: What about dad’s history with drugs?

Mom: He’s struggled with Heroin for over 10 years.

He became the main person of interest in the case. Dad having access to the girls unsupervised was a concern.

Battling Substance Abuse

“Throughout the first few weeks of the case, the dad was incarcerated on possession and other charges. He opened up to me during his visits in jail,” Debbie said.

“Working with people who have a history, live apart and share children can be a tedious task. You want to make sure both parents and the child(ren) are receiving what is necessary for their lives to improve,” said Deb.

“You learn to think on your feet especially when dealing with sometimes aggressive parents and the possibility of removing children from their homes,” said Debbie.

Finding the Proper Solution

While working this case and trying to narrow down what steps needed to be taken Debbie thought of these questions.

1. What can I do to help the parents?

2. Do the children need any assistance?

3. Will a removal occur?

Debbie said, “The girls declined wanting or needing to speak with a counselor and mom left the decision up to them. The girls were safe as long as mom was there and it became clear mom should file for sole custody to ensure the girl’s protection.”

As for assisting dad, Debbie considered many different places for substance abuse in-patient treatment. But in the end, dad, make the decision to enter into Maryville Addiction Treatment Center. Before choosing this facility, dad had tried previous treatment centers that did not provide the same security and anonymity from past acquaintances.

Closing the Case

Thanks to dad’s decision to attend in-patient treatment at Maryville, he started to make plans for the future. He began to see how life could be. He even wrote Debbie a kind letter expressing his gratitude.

“I knew that I had someone who was good and can make things happen, on my side! I thank you very much and I also appreciate you as well.”

Even though dad was on the road to recovery, mom also decided to file for full custody to ensure the girls were safe until their father could resume his parental duties.

Not only have people confronted their substance abuse issues because of Maryville Addiction Treatment Center but lives have changed forever.

Sample Resume

Tracy Smith

345 Rockaway Drive

Mount Royal, NJ 08061

(713) 555-9330

tsmith@gmail.com

QUALIFICATIONS

• Able to collaborate within a team or work independently.

• Building rapport with people of diverse backgrounds.

• Organization and prioritization of my daily work duties.

• Proficient in Microsoft Suite and SPSS software

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Ramapo College                                                                      Mahwah, NJ

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology                                               May 2008

CERTIFICATIONS

Crisis Intervention Training (CPR and First Aid)

                                                           

WORK EXPERIENCE

Program Supervisor, June 2014 -Present,

Center for Family Services, Cape May Courthouse, New Jersey

• Supervises staff, students, and volunteers

• Coordinates the activities, employee schedule, and meetings

• Provides individual counseling sessions

Supervisor, April 2011 - June 2014

Carters, Mays Landing, New Jersey

• Trained employees on the POS system.

• Delegated daily assignments to staff members under my supervision.

• Provided assistance and guidance to customers throughout their shopping experience.

• Processed register transactions to ensure client satisfaction and a balanced till.

Program Associate, February 2008 – March 2011,

Bancroft Neurohealth, Cherry Hill, New Jersey

• Documented behavioral data of persons served.

• Taught job skills to individuals with disabilities.

• Implemented goals for the transition into society.

• Conducted health and safety checks for the entire program.

• Organized and managed financials for the program.

Office Assistant, May 2007 – May 2008,

Ramapo College, Mahwah, New Jersey

• Provided assistance to the dean of students, dean of student life and the director of student housing.

• Answered phones and provided quality service to parents and children concerning housing.

• Conducted inventory of dorm/housing keys and keycards.

• Filed confidential documents.

Human Resource Specialist (Internship), Community Services for Children, Allentown, PA, August 2006 - May 2008

• Screened applications for employment and updated job descriptions.

• Prepared forms for open enrollment/helped with benefits

• Formed policies and procedures

• Updated company databases

Lab Assistant, January 2005 – May 2008,

Ramapo College, Mahwah, New Jersey

• Assisted Professors with their lab setups (tissue cultures, microscopes, dissecting trays and kits).

• Straightened up and performed needed tasks in the biology prep area.

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