When you take a trip down memory lane, you’ll recall how honey was a common ingredient in homemade cough and cold remedies. Now, I’m well aware of the polarity surrounding the natural sweetener; some people loved it (and still do), while others couldn’t stand it. However, regardless of which category you fall into, improving your beauty game is something that we all want to do, right? Honey, the good ol’ kitchen staple, has a lot more to offer than you might think. Certainly more than just soothing an irritated throat. Know how you can incorporate honey into your skincare.
For Acne
When I say anti-acne, I don’t mean a magical potion that makes your acne vanish. Honey, on the other hand, contains enough goodness – anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, antioxidants, and amino acids – to speed up the healing of active zits while minimizing discomfort and potential damage. Honey’s antibacterial properties are ineffective against P. acne (propionibacterium acne), one of the most common types of acne. It will, however, aid in the rapid healing of the zit. In addition, instead of retinol, salicylic acid, and the class, you can incorporate more honey into your skincare.
As Moisturizer
Honey into your skincare is one of the most pleasant humectants for your skin. Honey is a natural, affordable, and easily accessible remedy for dryness and dullness of the skin that works faster than you might think. Its ability to keep moisture in the skin allows it to appear plumper, smoother, softer, and more youthful on the outside. Of course, you can’t just use honey and call it a day. Honey can be used in two ways as a moisturiser.
Sunburn
Honey’s anti-inflammatory properties will help your sunburned skin recover quickly. Sunburns are a common occurrence during such hot summers, and if not treated promptly, they can become painful. Soak your hands in a honey-aloe concoction that promotes healing, cooling, and calming while reducing redness and inflammation.
Body Scrub
On a weekend, who doesn’t enjoy a good scrubbing session? I certainly do. When I run out of my scrub or just want to do something different, I mix crushed almonds, sugar, and honey in a 1:1:1 ratio to make a gritty and soft scrub that can remove dead skin and blackheads from the body, revealing supple, healthy, and rejuvenated skin. Honey into your skincare can work in wonderful ways.