Beauty
As skin ages it looses the ability to retain water and stay hydrated, and as it looses suppleness and elasticity, so the wrinkles encroach. Honey is a humectant, which means it attracts and retains water, and this makes it the perfect ingredient for a variety of moisturizing products including cleansers, creams, shampoos and conditioners. Because honey is also an anti-irritant, it is suitable for sensitive skin and baby care products.
Bee pollen helps to improve skin tone and smooth away shallow wrinkles. Research in Sweden suggests that it works by delivering more blood to skin cells, stimulating the growth of new skin tissues.
Cleansing Scrub
- To make
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- 1 Tablespoon of honey
- 3 Tablespoons oatmeal
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice or rosewater
- To use
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- Rub gently onto face
- Rinse off with warm water.
Firming Face Mask
- To make
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- 1 Tablespoon honey
- 1 egg white
- 1 teaspoon glycerine
- Flour or oatmeal to form a paste (approximately 1/4 cup)
- To use
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- Whisk together and smooth over face and throat
- Leave on 10 minutes
- Rinse off with warm water
Smoothing Skin Lotion
- To make
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- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
- 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
- To use
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- Mix together and rub into hands, elbows, heels and anywhere that feels dry
- Leave on 10 minutes
- Rinse off with water
Skin Softening Bath
- To make and use
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- Add 1/4 cup honey to bath water for a fragrant, silky bath.
Hair Shine
- To make
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- Stir 1 teaspoon honey into 4 cups (1 quart) warm water.
- Blondes may wish to add a squeeze of lemon
- To use
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- After shampooing, pour mixture through hair
- Do not rinse out
- Dry as normal