. . . Among other Indian spices! Whether I toss the bright orange spice into a meal, smoothie, drink it with lukewarm water, or mix it with raw Kashmiri honey to make an all-natural face pack, turmeric has been able to lighten stubborn dark spots and acne scars that even laser treatments could not remove from my face. I've been using Bare Necessities Turmeric Spa Bar, which has been powerfully effective when it comes to my anti-inflammatory needs.