We all know that natural honey tastes delicious – perfect for adding to tea, baked goods, toast, you name it. But did you know it’s also ripe with beauty benefits? From its natural moisturizing properties to its ability to fight aging, honey is a powerhouse. Raw honey, which hasn’t been treated or heated in anyway is what you’re looking for – it’s loaded with antioxidants, enzymes and phytonutrients – exactly what you’re looking for when beauty is on the table. Still not sure how you can incorporate honey into your beauty routine? Let’s take a look.
The Beauty Benefits of Honey
Deep Cleanser. Want to get those pores looking clarified and barely there? Honey will help get that job done – no problem! Honey not only helps to cleanse and clear up pores, but it’s loaded with antibacterial properties which can help keep breakouts at bay. Simply use a spoonful of honey and a spoonful of coconut oil to mix up a paste that you can apply to skin and massage. Add a little baking soda and you’ve got an awesome exfoliator. Rinse just like any other facial cleanser and you’re good to go!
Natural Moisturizer. Turns out honey is one of the best moisturizers around because it’s actually a humectant, which means it gets moisture from the air and makes sure that it penetrates the skin or hair (wherever you’re using the honey). May sound a bit off the wall, but you can apply honey directly to the skin and let it soak in (like a mask) for 10-15 minutes, rinse with warm water and you’ll be blown away by how soft and supple your skin is.
For Shiny, Soft Hair. Honey is a great natural addition to your hair care routine as it’s loaded with enzymes that leave hair looking shiny and easy to style. Try mixing a bit of raw honey and a bit of coconut oil (just like you would for your skin!) and apply directly to the hair. Let it sit like a mask for a few minutes and rinse – style as usual – your hair will look amazing! If you want similar results on a regular basis – just mix a bit of raw honey with your shampoo or conditioner every day and wash as usual.
Take a Honey Bath. Honey is such an awesome moisturizer that it’s great for when your skin is super dry or parched from the summer sun. Simply add two cups of honey to a warm bath and soak for 15 minutes or so. The honey and water combo will penetrate your skin, leaving you moisturized from head to toe.
Have you ever tried using honey in your beauty routines?
