Turmeric soap: how to use it externally

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Turmeric soap is a familiar item in Moroccan homes; here is its traditional use, how to use it and the precautions.

Turmeric soap (صابون الكركم)

Turmeric soap is a cosmetic bar with added turmeric powder, used on face and body.

How to use: External use only: lather with water, wash gently and rinse well. Keep away from the eyes.

Home mix: blend with a little water or rose water into a smooth paste, following the pack.
Not to be eaten or drunk; keep away from eyes and children.
Patch-test the mix on a small area of skin first.
Use clean tools and keep any mix in the fridge for one day at most.

Keep turmeric soap in an airtight container away from light, heat and moisture.
Always use a clean, dry spoon.
Buy enough for a few weeks so it stays fresh and fragrant.
Choose a product with a clear origin and a label showing ingredients, size and date.
A natural smell and colour are good signs; avoid anything that smells off or looks damp.

Turmeric soap is one of the products Moroccans have known for generations, with ways of using it passed down in families.
Names vary by region, between Arabic, Amazigh and Darija, but the customs are similar.
Today the same traditional products come with clear labels and home delivery.
In the souks of Fes, Marrakech and Essaouira, the attar (herbalist-grocer) displays herbs, spices and oils in sacks and bottles.

Pregnant or breastfeeding women, children and anyone on medication: ask a doctor first.
Patch-test oils and skin products on a small area; avoid the eyes.
Store cool and dry, out of reach of children.
Moderation first; herbs do not replace a varied diet.

General, traditional information only; not medical advice.

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