Honey is a natural humectant, or moisturizing ingredient that works by attracting and retaining moisture from the air . In addition, honey can function as an exfoliating ingredient, a wrinkle reducer, a natural antiseptic and a skin revitalizer, according to the RN Guide To Skin Care website. To reduce the risk of developing an allergic reaction to homemade skin care products that include honey, Organic Facts recommends using filtered rather than unfiltered honey, as unfiltered honey contains dirt, pollen grains and bee remains.
Straight Honey Treatments
Step 1
Pour 1/4 cup of honey in your bath water as a general skin moisturizer.
Step 2
Apply honey to cuts or scrapes on your skin to prevent infection.
Step 3
Dab honey onto skin blemishes such as pimples.
Honey Facial Cleanser
Step 1
Combine 1/4 cup honey, 1 tbsp. liquid soap and 1/2 cup glycerin in a bowl and stir to mix the ingredients.
Step 2
Dip the facial sponge in the mixture and gently wash your face.
Step 3
Rinse well with warm water and pat your face dry with a clean towel.
Honey-Oats Exfoliating Facial Scrub
Step 1
Combine 1 tbsp. honey, 1 tbsp. ground almonds and 2 tbsp. oatmeal in a bowl. Add in enough lemon juice or yogurt to get a creamy consistency.
Step 2
Massage the mixture into the skin on your face and neck.
Step 3
Rinse well with warm water and pat your face dry with a clean towel.
Cinnamon Honey Mask for Acne
Step 1
Combine 3 to 4 tbsp. cinnamon powder with enough honey to make a paste.
Step 2
Spread the mixture on acne blemishes or on your whole face, if desired. Let the mask dry and leave on overnight.
Step 3
Remove the dried paste with a warm water rinse and pat your face dry with a clean towel.
Honey Apple Oily Skin Moisturizer
Step 1
Grate a small apple into a bowl. Add 5 tbsp. honey and mix to form a paste.
Step 2
Spread the paste over your face and leave for it on for 10 minutes.
Step 3
Remove the paste with a cold water rinse and pat your face dry with a clean towel.
Things You'll Need
- Bowl
- Mixing spoon
- Grater
- Facial sponge
- Towel
- Honey
- Liquid soap
- Glycerin
- Almonds, finely ground
- Oatmeal, dry
- Lemon juice or yogurt
- Cinnamon powder
- Apple, small
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