Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root
INCI: Turmeric
Also known as: Turmeric
Curcuma longa root is the source of the spice turmeric Contains curcumin, a lipophilic, polyphenolic antioxidant pigment
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What Is Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root?
Curcuma longa root is the source of the spice turmeric. It contains curcumin, a lipophilic, polyphenolic antioxidant pigment that gives turmeric its golden-yellow color.\n\nIn addition to being a food seasoning, turmeric has numerous health benefits whether consumed orally vis foods and supplements or applied topically. Ongoing research has shown turmeric and the curcumin it contains play a safe and compelling role in promoting healthier, normalized skin.\n\nOn skin, in vivo research has shown that turmeric and its derivatives interrupt signaling in surface cells that trigger signs of irritation. Turmeric helps calm skin and may even play a role in reducing the look of acne-related redness by modulating pathways to restore a healthier, more even appearance.
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Clinical Evidence & References
- Nutrients, September 2019, ePublication
- Journal of Cellular Physiology, February 2019, pages 1,165-1,178
- Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, September 2017, pages 2,889-2,895
- British Journal of Pharmacology, June 2017, pages 1,325-1,348
- Phytotherapy Research, August 2016, pages 1,243-1,264
Published Research
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Copper peptides in wound healing and skin regeneration Journal of Biomaterials Applications, 2015
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