Turmeric has a good cosmetic and medicinal properties. It acts as an antiseptic. It is also used in cooking as a coloring agent with mild fragrance. Turmeric root is divided into 2 parts. The long and lengthier one is used for cooking as well as for medicinal use. The bulgy turmeric part is used in cosmetic use which is referred as kasthuri turmeric [in Tamil]. Mix turmeric powder[used in cooking] and grounded black pepper corns in a cup...