Use Honey to Delay Skin Aging, Prevent Hair Loss And Fade Scars

Honey is a great natural remedy for the skin and can easily treat skin diseases and conditions, such as acne, dry patches, and dark circles under the eyes. It can also help you in cases of dry hair, acne or dandruff as well as other beauty troubles.

Honey possesses powerful antiseptic, antibacterial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and humectant properties that can improve the quality of your skin.

Here are the top beauty benefits of honey:

Fades scars

Any kind of scar is look unpleasant, especially if it’s on a visible body part, which is why people are always looking to get rid of them. And, while scars are difficult to remove, honey can significantly reduce their appearance. Honey will regenerate your tissues and revive your skin cells which will effectively lighten them.

Here’s how to prepare a mixture that will reduce your scars’ appearance:

Mix some honey and coconut or olive oil, then massage the mixture into the affected area with circular movements and put a warm washcloth over it. Leave it until it cools down, then wipe it off with a cotton ball. Repeat the procedure twice a day.

Treats psoriasis

Psoriasis is a difficult autoimmune disease which affects the skin cells. It causes blisters, redness and lesions on the face which are often inflamed and itchy. And, while honey can’t treat psoriasis, it will relieve the symptoms, stop the inflammation and protect your skin from infections.

According to a 2003 study, topical application of honey, beeswax and olive oil on the affected areas can manage the disease as well as dermatitis.

Mix a teaspoon of honey, olive oil and beeswax each, then warm it in a microwave and stir it well. Leave it to cool down before applying it on the affected areas a couple of times a day. While you’re on the treatment, make sure you’re not picking and scratching the lesions.

Heals minor cuts and wounds

Honey can treat minor cuts and wounds effectively as it’s a great antibacterial agent. It will draw fluid away from the area to accelerate the healing process and prevent the growth of germs and reduce the risk of infection.

A 2013 study suggested that honey is great for topical application for acute wounds, but it’s not as effective for chronic wounds such as infected surgical wounds and skin ulcers. We recommend using Manuka honey for treating minor wounds.

Put 1 teaspoon each of honey, olive oil and beeswax in a microwave-safe bowl.
Warm the mixture in the microwave until the beeswax melts.
Stir the mixture and allow it to cool down.
Apply it on the affected area as a lotion a few times a day.

Combats acne

Acne are caused by excessive oil secretion and dust that is trapped in the pores, however the antibacterial properties of the honey can reduce acne symptoms and prevent infection.

It also keeps your skin moisturized and glowing, due to the excellent nutrients present in it.

Apply raw, organic honey on your acne and the skin around it.
Leave it on for 30 minutes, then rinse it off with lukewarm water.
Repeat 2 or 3 times a day.

Stops skin aging

Honey is a good source of antioxidants, that will keep your body protected from cell damage due to free radicals. Free radicals stimulate the aging process and may contribute to wrinkles, fine lines, crow’s-feet and even sagging skin.

Mix equal amounts of raw, organic honey and fresh lemon juice.
Apply it on your face and neck area.
Allow it to dry on its own, then rinse it off with lukewarm water.
Use this anti-aging skin treatment once or twice a week.

Makes hands soft

Dry and rough hands are a very common problem for many people that can be solved with honey. It contains humectant properties that help lock in moisture to keep your hands extra soft and smooth.

Additionally, it helps fight free-radical damage to prevent aging signs from showing on your hands.