Try it: When your fountain of youth access card is denied

Why it works: Tomatoes contain lycopene, a free radical fighter that also gives them their red color. Studies have shown that lycopene can prevent sun damage when applied topically. By reducing free radical damage, applying tomatoes to the skin can slow down the aging process by warding off wrinkles.

Ingredients:
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 tablespoon rice powder
1 tablespoon raw milk
1 tablespoon tomato juice

Directions: Visit The Beauty Gypsy

Try it: When all signs (peeling, tightness and general discomfort) point to dehydrated skin

Why it works: Avocado is more than just a guacstar; the healthy fats in its fleshy meat work topically as a moisturizer, while vitamin C illuminates skin from within.

Ingredients:
1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 tablespoon avocado
1 teaspoon yogurt

Directions: Visit Bellatory

Try it: When dry skin magnifies your pores to crater-like proportions

Why it works: Eggs tighten the skin, which can give the illusion of smaller pores temporarily. The nutrients in the yolk provide moisture, and olive oil makes skin soft and smooth.

Ingredients:
1 egg yolk
1 pinch turmeric
1 teaspoon olive oil

Directions: Visit Hello Glow

Try it: As a once-weekly polishing treatment

Why it works: Indian brides use a chickpea flour scrub to exfoliate their entire body before their wedding day. The grain is gentle enough that it won't cause small tears in the skin, and, when combined with coconut and turmeric, will leave skin polished anew.

Ingredients:
2 brown coconuts (or young green coconuts)
3 cups water
5 tablespoons gram (chickpea) flour
1 tablespoon yogurt
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon manuka honey
1 pinch turmeric

Directions: Visit Good Living Is Glam

Try it: When your skin needs a wake-up call

Why it works: Cinnamon is an antiseptic, great for knocking out bacteria like P. acnes, the culprit behind blemishes. Nutmeg is a stimulating spice used both in Ayurveda and traditional Chinese medicine to reduce inflammation. Together, they'll wake up tired-looking skin.

Ingredients:
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon turmeric
2 tablespoons honey

Directions: Visit: Liz Marie Blog