Turmeric Root Extract – cosmetic-grade botanical extract by ShaRique Skin
Turmeric Root Extract – raw turmeric root, the botanical source of the extract

Turmeric Root Extract

R75,00

A water-soluble turmeric extract rich in brightening curcuminoids. It helps fade dark marks, calm blemishes and boost radiance — the golden botanical behind the classic Ayurvedic brightening ritual.

INCI: Curcuma Longa Root Extract

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Benefits & How It Works

Turmeric Root Extract comes from the rhizome of Curcuma longa — the golden spice at the heart of the Ayurvedic “ubtan” brightening ritual. In its water-soluble cosmetic form it delivers the plant’s natural curcuminoids and polyphenols, which work as antioxidants and help fade dark marks, calm blemishes and boost radiance for a more even tone. Because it is naturally pigmented, keep it at the lower end of the range in leave-on products to avoid a yellow tint.

How to Use & Formulation Specs
  • Usage rate: 1%–10% (start low in leave-on products to avoid a yellow tint)
  • Solubility: water-soluble — add to the water phase or during cool-down, below 40°C
  • pH: 4.0–7.0
  • Texture: yellowish liquid extract
  • Pairs well with: Niacinamide and Vitamin C
More Information

Traditional Uses of Turmeric Extract

Turmeric — known as haldi in Hindi — has been central to Ayurvedic beauty for centuries. It is the hero of the classic ubtan, a brightening paste worn by brides across India, Pakistan and Bangladesh to leave skin looking radiant on their wedding day. It was traditionally prized for its soothing, complexion-evening reputation, and that heritage is exactly what modern cosmetic science has set out to standardise and study.

Cosmetic Applications of Turmeric Extract

In modern formulations, Turmeric Extract is used wherever radiance and antioxidant support are the goal:
  • Brightening and glow serums targeting dullness and uneven tone
  • Antioxidant day treatments and anti-pollution formulas
  • Soothing masks and overnight treatments
  • Nourishing scalp and hair-care products

Why Formulators Choose Turmeric Extract

Formulators choose Turmeric Extract because it is genuinely easy to work with. It is water soluble, so it drops straight into the water phase with no solubiliser required, and it pairs beautifully with niacinamide, vitamin C and other brightening actives. It also carries a powerful, instantly recognisable natural story that resonates with conscious consumers. A practical tip: because turmeric is naturally pigmented, keep it at the lower end of the usage range in leave-on products to avoid a yellow tint.

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Read more:Botanical Extracts for Skin: benefits and how to use them — our complete guide to more cosmetic extracts.
Frequently Asked Questions

Does turmeric stain the skin or product? It is naturally golden, so keep it low in leave-on products; a formula may deepen in colour over time without affecting how it works.

What does it do for skin? It is an antioxidant that helps fade dark marks, calm blemishes and boost radiance.

Is it water-soluble? Yes — it drops straight into the water phase, below 40°C.

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10ml, 30ml, 50ml, 100ml

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