Out of 18 clinical studies on turmeric and skin, 10 showed statistically significant improvements in skin conditions like acne, psoriasis, eczema, and photoaging. Both topical application and oral ingestion showed promise, though the research is still early-stage and study quality varies.

Researchers systematically searched two major scientific databases for human clinical trials testing turmeric or its active component curcumin on skin health. They reviewed 234 articles and selected 18 that met their criteria for quality and relevance.

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