Thanks to its super-hydrating properties and its regenerative power, honey helps us nourish the lips. If we apply it as a mask, it will prevent the proliferation of acne-causing bacteria

Honey from bees is one of the most valued natural ingredients for its applications in health, gastronomy and beauty.

Since ancient times, its antibacterial, antibiotic and antioxidant properties have been used in order to prevent and treat different diseases, in addition to improving the health of the skin and hair.

Today it  is one of the active compounds in many beauty products and treatments that are sold on the market as the cosmetic industry has not questioned its incredible benefits for skin care.

However, its use in its natural form is still one of the favorites since it is one of the best ways to make the most of its concentration of nutrients and all those properties that make it one of the best allies of beauty.

Uses of honey

For those who are unaware of the incredible aesthetic products that can be made with this product, today we are going to share valuable information and some tips so that you can start using it right now.

Honey mask

One of the easiest ways to take advantage of all the benefits of honey is by applying a mask all over your face.

Its antibacterial, moisturizing and cleansing properties help remove impurities from the skin and help unclog pores that can cause acne, as noted in this publication of the Central Asian journal of global health.

How to do it?

• Get 100% organic raw honey first and apply a thin layer all over your face in a gentle circular motion.
• Then, let the mask work for 30 minutes.
• Lastly, rinse off with lukewarm water.

Face cleaner

This ingredient helps remove traces of makeup, especially when dissolved with a little oil.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of honey (25 g).
• 1 teaspoon of jojoba or coconut oil (4.3 g).

How to do it?

• First, in a clean container, combine the honey with the jojoba or coconut oil and make sure they are well mixed.
• Finally, rub a little of the mixture on the areas you want to remove makeup and remove the excess with a clean damp cloth.

Body scrub

Due to its ability to cleanse the skin and facilitate the removal of dead cells, honey can also be used as a body scrub.

This ingredient combined with others can help remove impurities and, as a result, leave a renewed skin.

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons of ground almonds (10 g).
• 2 teaspoons of honey (15 g).

How to do it?

• First mix the ground almonds and honey in a bowl until they form a sticky paste.
• Afterward, apply the scrub when you’re in the shower.
• Finally, rub it all over your body with gentle circular massages.

Skin lotion

When the weather is aggressive, the skin begins to suffer the consequences with dryness, burns and other alterations that affect beauty. A natural lotion of this product can help prevent damage and helps repair the skin by speeding up its recovery, as this study published in the  Journal of Indian Association of Pediatric Surgeons points out.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of honey (25 g).
• 1 teaspoon of olive oil (4 g).
• A few drops of lemon juice.

How to do it?

• First, mix the honey with the olive oil and the drops of lemon juice.
• Afterwards, apply the lotion with gentle massages.
• Finally, let it act for about 20 minutes before removing it with warm water.

Hair lightening treatment

Frequent use of this product on hair can give it a natural lightening and enhance the shine of blonde hair.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of honey (25 g).
• ½ liter of water.

How to do it?

• First, dissolve the tablespoon of honey in the half liter of warm water and rinse your hair with this mixture after using the shampoo.
• Then let it act for 10 minutes.
• Finally, rinse as usual and repeat the treatment every day.

Healing remedy

In addition to fighting bacteria and accelerating the cell regeneration process, this product also has a slight whitening effect that helps to reduce acne scars.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of honey (50 g)
• 1 teaspoon of coconut oil (4.3 g)

How to do it?

• First mix both ingredients and apply them to the affected areas with gentle massages.
• Then, let it act for 30 minutes and repeat it, at least 3 times a week.

Lipstick

Its moisturizing and repairing properties make it a natural lip balm, ideal for treating cracking and dryness that often affects this part of the face.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of honey (50 g)
• 1 tablespoon of Vaseline (10 g)

How to do it?

• You just have to mix the honey with the petroleum jelly and apply the mixture to your lips with your fingertips.

Another good option is to mix honey with a little sugar to make a lip scrub.

Natural conditioner

Its moisturizing and repairing properties are very healthy for the hair and make it very useful as a natural conditioner.

If you want to detangle, nourish and soften the hair, do not hesitate to include honey among your beauty products.

Ingredients

• Honey (50 g)
• Olive oil (15 g)
• Aloe vera gel (30 g)

How to do it?

• Mix the 2 tablespoons of honey with the 2 of olive oil and the 2 of aloe vera gel.
• Form a homogeneous paste, apply it on damp hair and leave it to act for 30 minutes.
• Rinse with lukewarm water and repeat the treatment three times a week.

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