We always have honey in this house. I use it in drinks, cooking (spaghetti bolognese), and use it as an antiseptic and face mask in winter. It is one of nature's most revered skin remedies and I have long known of its wonderful healing properties. Thanks to its antibacterial and antiseptic abilities, it may benefit oily and acne-prone skin. Honey is also a natural humectant, so it helps keep the skin moist but not oily. This is because humectants draw moisture from the skin without replacing it. if you can find raw honey with a high concentration of other bee products such as royal jelly, which is prime for boosting collagen; propolis, which is anti-inflammatory and antibacterial (so, a major win for acne- prone skin); or pollen which "contains a compound called rutin that helps drain the capillaries" and smooths out blemishes, you can take your routine up a notch. It can be a game-changer for a teen skin!
Bath Soak Make it at home by mixing two big tablespoons of raw honey into one cup of hot water until the honey is dissolved. Pour it into a tub of warm water to soak. Cuticle Moisturizer Since honey is a natural humectant (aka it draws moisture into the skin), it can help keep the skin around your cuticles happy and peel- free. Rub raw honey over each cuticle and leave it on for five to 10 minutes before rinsing it off. Everyday Conditioner According to hair experts, honey is naturally a perfect home conditioner and I believe our hair will thank us for it! I have been putting honey in my hair for years! Mix one-quarter cup of organic raw honey with just enough fresh water to thin it out so you can spread it around your hair. Work it into damp hair after you shampoo for a few minutes, then rinse with warm water. Sleep Aid While researching sleep aids last month to add to the Hola Sober Hush Meditation Series with Alexandra Hartley-Leonard I found out that honey can help us sleep better! And, if you're one to wake up in the middle of the night, a tablespoon of honey will help you stay asleep since We need glycogen in the liver to stay asleep and honey helps with that! This is a real case of live and learn and will be trying this if my sleep becomes disrupted. Eat a spoonful of honey 15 minutes before bed. Or, if waking up in the middle of the night is causing trouble, have a spoonful then.
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