12 Ways Honey Can Help You- Creds To Pinterest

Acne: Honey's anti-bacterial properties make it an excellent Cleanser for Acne. Apply some raw honey to the affected area and rinse off after 10-15 minutes.

Scars: Honey has a bleaching effect so regular use of honey on the affected area can dramatically fade old or new scars.

Moisturizer: Honey is very soothing, hydrating and moisturizing. Use raw honey as a facial mask or use it in any DIY facial mask recipes to reap its benefits.

Hair Conditioner: Honey's moisturizing and softening properties make it a wonderful hair conditioner. It also gives shine to dull hair. Mix 1 tbsp. raw honey with 2 tbsp extra Virgin olive oil and use your hands to evenly disperse the mixture throughout your hair. Rinse off after 20-30 minutes.

Hair Lightener: Honey has a natural bleaching effect and this makes it an effective hair Lightener. Mix 1 tbsp raw honey with 6 tbsp distilled water and apply it to your hair. Rinse off after 1 hour. Do this weekly for better results. You can add 1 tsp. cinnamon powder is you are looking for a dramatic result.

Hair Removal: Honey combined with lemon juice and sugar helps remove excess body hair. Mix 1 tbsp raw honey with 3 tbsp brown sugar and 1 tsp lemon juice. Boil the mixture in the microwave or on the stove until it bubbles and turns brown. Let it cool. With the help of a Popsicle still apply to you skin. Put a cotton strip over the area when the mixture was applied and rub it until you feel it warm as the mixture sticks to the hair. Gently pull the cotton off against the direction of hair growth.

Anti-aging: Honey is rich in antioxidants so "a tbsp. of honey a day keeps free radicals at bay." Delay the aging process by making honey a part of your healthy diet. You can also smear some honey on your face to get rid of wrinkles and other signs of aging.

Lip Balm: Honey makes a wonderful lip balm. So if you want soft and smooth lips, mix 1 tsp of raw honey with 1 tsp of brown sugar and a few drops of lemon juice and apply to your lips. Gently exfoliate after 5 minutes.

Nail Conditioner: Honey strengthens your nails and softens you cuticles. Mix a tsp of raw honey with a tsp of apple cider vinegar and apply to your nails and cuticles. Rinse off after 10 minutes.

Razor Bumps: Honey prevents bumps and boils caused by shaving. Apply some raw honey immediately after shaving and rinse off after 10-15 minutes.

Dark Circles: Honey fades dark circles when applied topically. Take a tsp of raw honey and apply it to the affected area and rinse off after 20 minutes. Do this twice a week until your dark circles fade. You can also mix equal parts of honey and sweet almond oil, apt to the affected area and rinse off after 10-15 minutes for better results.

Eczema: Honey'a anti-inflammatory properties help calm Eczema, Rosacea, and Psoriasis prone skin. Apply some raw honey to the affected area and rinse off after 20 minutes. Manuka honey works better than any other type of honey for chronic skin conditions.

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