03 Sep

Why is Kasturi manjal nature’s treasure?

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We can easily locate some herbs in nature's bounty rather than relying on chemical products to maintain flawless skin. One such treasure is Kasturi manjal or white turmeric. It has been used as a natural Ayurvedic beauty product in India for generations. Kasturi Manjal is a member of Turmeric or Curcuma aromatica. It is widely used for cosmetic purposes and is popular for its medicinal and skin-care benefits. Kasturi Turmeric is rare and not commonly available in the market, which makes it expensive. Besides, it is the main reason to sell duplicate, fake and cheap counterfeit Manja koova (Curcuma zedoaria).

How to identify original Kasturi manjal:

Kasturi Turmeric leaves are bright green. However, Manja Koova leaves have a dark violet midrib running from base to tip. The color of wild turmeric is light cream like ginger, whereas Zedoary is yellowish. Even the grounded wild turmeric powder is light cream. When it comes to smell, Kasturi manjal has a distinct musk aroma. The aroma of freshly produced powder is very nice and appealing.

Original

Duplicate

Cream color

Yellow color

Rarely available

Abundantly available in market

Doesn’t stain your skin

Stain your stain

No burning sensation while applying to skin

There is a burning sensation while applying to the skin

Smells like musk

Smells like turmeric

Expensive because it’s rare

Cheap because it’s abundant

Benefits of Kasturi manjal:

Kasturi Turmeric is only used externally, but it is a remarkable cosmetic substance with all of the benefits it provides to our skin. Here are various of the benefits of wild turmeric:

Improves the overall complexion by providing an even tone to the skin.
Gives you clear, radiant skin that's free of blemishes.
Acne and accompanying scars are substantially reduced.
The growth of facial hair is reduced.
Heals insect bites and fungal infections on the skin
Treats a variety of skin conditions, such as eczema.
Stretch marks are prevented and faded with usage, it is effective especially for stretch marks on the stomach after pregnancy.
It can also be used as a baby bath powder.

How to use Kasturi manjal:

Normal and dry skin: Kasturi manjal can be blended with milk or curd for both normal and dry skin. This moisturizes and restores luminous skin when used all over the skin at least three times a week. It is a great routine to try to get rid of a tan.

Normal and oil skin: For normal or oily skin, make a paste of Kasturi Manjal by adding a teaspoon of Rosewater, or pure aloe vera juice and use it as a face mask. The antioxidant properties of Kasturi manjal combined along with Rosewater's and Aloe vera make the mask soothing and balancing, which controls excess oil production and prevents dullness.

Acne-Prone skin: Kasturi Manjal has antibacterial properties that help prevent acne and initiate natural lightening that helps reduce acne scars. To produce a refreshing facial mask, combine Kasturi manjal and Multani mitti with a teaspoon of fresh yoghurt.

In conclusion, Kasturi manjal is far better than other chemical products. Because it is free of parabens, silicones, hydrogenated oils, petroleum derivatives, artificial colors, and scents. Also, it is 100% natural and there are no side effects compared to chemically made cosmetics. We at Naatigrains started cultivating turmeric as an initiative to promote the original Kasturi manjal and after consulting with the experts we procured the rhizomes from farmers. We don’t employ any middle man for sourcing raw turmeric or selling it. Further, we organically grow the turmeric and powder it on our own.