You may have noticed that honey is taking over the spotlight in natural skincare. With its healing properties and the ability to soften, brighten, nourish, and clarify the skin, there’s a place for honey in any skincare regimen. 

We all know that honey is a delicious sweetener produced by bees and stored in their hives. But what you may not know is that honey contains a powerhouse of nutrients, enzymes, and beneficial compounds that make it useful for hundreds of therapeutic and cosmetic applications.

If you’ve never thought of including honey in your skincare regimen, you are in for a surprise. Let’s explore why honey is good for skin, six honey skin benefits you may not know about, and how to incorporate honey into your daily skincare routine.

IS HONEY GOOD FOR YOUR SKIN?

Honey is good for your skin because it’s packed with powerful components that speed healing and reduce inflammation. Among honey’s most prized benefits is the ability to kill bacteria on the skin. It has been a respected ingredient for wound healing across the globe for centuries.

WHY IS HONEY GOOD FOR SKIN?

Studies confirm that honey has numerous components that promote skin health. Here’s an overview of its therapeutic properties and why honey is good for the skin:

• Anti-Inflammatory Properties: Honey has a strong anti-inflammatory effect when applied topically, making it useful for a variety of inflammatory skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis, and atopic dermatitis.
• Anti-Microbial and Antibacterial Properties: Honey has the ability to fight skin infections due to its powerful antimicrobial, antibacterial, and anti-fungal properties.  
• Promotes Healing and Cellular Regeneration: Due to Manuka honey’s unique ability to promote healing and cellular regeneration, it is widely used by medical professionals for wound and burn care. Honey is also an effective remedy for chapped and cracked lips.
• Natural Humectant and Moisturizer: Honey is a natural humectant and moisturizer. It draws moisture deep into the skin, making it useful for dry skin conditions and anti-aging. 
• Beneficial Nutrients: Honey contains amino acids, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that are beneficial for fighting free radicals and improving the overall health of the skin.

6 HONEY SKIN BENEFITS THAT MAY SURPRISE YOU

Now that you know why honey is good for your skin, let’s explore six honey skin benefits you may not know about.

1. HONEY DEEPLY MOISTURIZES AND HYDRATES THE SKIN.

Honey’s natural humectant properties make it an effective moisturizer. The enzyme activity in honey enables it to penetrate deeply into the skin and bring hydration to the underlying layers. This results in plumper, softer skin with a natural radiant glow.

2. HONEY DIMINISHES THE SIGNS OF PREMATURE AGING.

Honey draws moisture from the air and binds it to the skin. This added hydration gives the skin a fresh, youthful glow and suppleness, making fine lines and wrinkles less noticeable. Honey also contains natural antioxidants that fight free radicals, one of the leading causes of premature aging.

3. HONEY IS AN EFFECTIVE PORE CLEANSER AND GENTLE EXFOLIATOR.

Honey is naturally antibacterial and exfoliating. These properties make it an effective natural pore cleanser for removing deep-down dirt and debris that may clog the pores and contribute to skin issues.

4. HONEY LIGHTENS SCARS AND HYPERPIGMENTATION.

Honey contains a tiny amount of hydrogen peroxide. This gives it mild lightening properties, which help to reduce acne scars and hyperpigmentation over time. These same properties also make honey an effective choice for brightening a dull complexion.

5. HONEY FIGHTS ACNE AND BREAKOUTS.

The anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory effects of honey play an important role in reducing acne and breakouts. These properties reduce the bacteria that causes pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads. They also help to treat the redness and inflammation associated with breakouts.

6. HONEY RELIEVES SUNBURN.

Honey is commonly used in medical settings for the treatment of burns due to its ability to promote the healing of damaged tissues and reduce inflammation. These same benefits can be helpful for relieving and healing sunburn at home.

HOW TO USE HONEY FOR SKIN

There are so many ways to take advantage of the benefits of honey for the skin. Here are several that can easily be incorporated into your daily skincare routine.

HONEY FACE OIL

Gisou’s Honey Infused Face Oil is an antioxidant-rich, fast-absorbing honey face oil that can be used every day to deeply nourish and moisturize the skin. It contains our own Mirsalehi Honey to ensure long-lasting hydration and provide a natural glow. 

In addition to Mirsalehi Honey, our Honey Infused Face Oil contains 95.7% cold-pressed botanical oils. These skin-loving, non-comedogenic oils and vitamin E protect the skin from damaging free radicals, promote an even skin tone and texture, and strengthen the skin barrier. Simply massage a few drops into clean skin in the morning and evening.

HONEY LIP OIL

The skin on your lips is extremely delicate and prone to damage from the elements. Gisou’s Honey Infused Lip Oil protects and nourishes the lips with the power of Mirsalehi Honey and intensely hydrating hyaluronic acid. 

It also contains our Mirsalehi Bee Garden Oil Blend to smooth, plump, and protect your lips naturally. Swipe it on your lips with the convenient applicator any time you need extra hydration. 

HONEY FACE CLEANSER AND EXFOLIATOR

Honey can be used as a gentle facial cleanser and natural exfoliator on its own. You can also add a few drops to your normal facial wash. Or, combine it with equal parts of baking soda to make a gentle and effective face scrub.

MOISTURIZING HONEY MASK

Body and face masks made from honey add moisture and soothe redness. Apply honey directly to clean skin and massage it gently. Allow it to sit for about 10 minutes before rinsing with warm water. 

HONEY MAKEUP REMOVER

Honey can be combined with coconut oil, jojoba oil, or olive oil to use as a gentle makeup remover. Combine the two ingredients until they are easily spreadable and massage them into your skin to loosen makeup and deep-down dirt. Rinse with warm water.

HONEY BODY SCRUB

Honey can be combined with sugar or sea salt to make a skin-softening body scrub for rough areas on the feet, knees, and elbows. Combine equal parts of each ingredient to form a paste and rub it into the skin in a gentle, circular motion. Rinse in the shower.

HONEY BATH SOAK

Adding raw honey to your bath moisturizes and cleanses the skin at the same time. Add ¼ cup of honey to a warm bath, relax and soak for as long as desired.