| Honey For Hair, Skin, Body & Beauty |
| Carrie Thayer |
| Revised: 06/23/07 - Original
Publication Date: 6/15/2007 |
Introduction
Beauty experts have long known that honey is chock
full of humectants that nourish and moisture the the
hair, skin and the body.
Honey can be used on just about every body part and is sometimes
used to soften scar tissue and encourage the growth of new skin.
Honey Hair Conditioner
This treatment leaves your face feeling super moisturized.
Ingredients
3 to 6 tablespoons of honey (depending on hair length and
condition)
1 to 2 tablespoon of jojoba oil.
Olive oil can be substituted for jojoba but it may darken light hair
colors.
Optional: Few drops of your favorite essential oil.
Geranium, Sandalwood, Palmorarosa, Lavender - Dry or Coarse Hair
Geranium, Lavender, Sandalwood, Frankincense - Chemically Damaged
Hair
Geranium, Lemon, Chamomile - Blonde Hair
Geranium, Sage, Lavender, Rose - Gray Hair
Juniper, Rosemary, Lavender - Hair Loss
Eucalyptus, Rosemary, Cedarwood, Tea Tree - Dandruff and/or eczema
Treatment Steps
Mix the honey and. Use your clean hands to massage the
honey into your face. Work the honey in slowly into the body
so that it can be properly exfoliated.
Once the honey mixture has been completely massaged into your
body step into a warm shower and remove the concoction.
Finish with a cool/cold rinse which is excellent for overall
circulation.
This treatment leaves your face feeling super moisturized.
Ingredients
1 teaspoon of honey (use more depending on hair length and
condition)
4 cups of warm water
Optional: Lemon juice for blonde hair. Also optional:
a few drops of your favorite essential oil.
Geranium, Sandalwood, Palmorarosa, Lavender - Dry or Coarse Hair
Geranium, Lavender, Sandalwood, Frankincense - Chemically Damaged
Hair
Geranium, Lemon, Chamomile - Blonde Hair
Geranium, Sage, Lavender, Rose - Gray Hair
Juniper, Rosemary, Lavender - Hair Loss
Eucalyptus, Rosemary, Cedarwood, Tea Tree - Dandruff and/or eczema
Treatment Steps
Stir honey into warm water. Blondes may wish to add a
squeeze of lemon. After shampooing pour mixture through hair.
Do not rinse out. Dry as normal.
Honey Body Glow
This treatment leaves your skin feeling uber soft.
Ingredients
1/2 to 1 cup of liquid honey
1/4 to 12 cup of sesame seeds
Pinch of dried herbs such as lavender or mint
Optional: Few drops of your favorite essential oil.
Possible options:
- Jasmine softens dry skin and reduces stretch marks.
- Ylang-Ylang helps relieve stress and soothe nerves.
- Sandlewood will help with dry skin, infection and will calm the
nervous system. In a bath it can help relieve cystitis and
related burning pains.
Treatment Steps
Mix the honey, sesame seeds, herbs and essential oils together.
Use your clean hands to put the thick honey all over your body.
Work the honey in slowly into the body so that it can be properly
exfoliated.
Once the honey mixture has been completely massaged into your
body step into a warm shower and remove the concoction.
Finish with a cool/cold rinse which is excellent for overall
circulation.
Note: Since honey can be very sticky and slippery
you may wish to apply this mixture while standing in the shower
without the water running or in the bathtub before filling with
water.
If you prefer you may cover your body withy honey and then sit in
a steam or sauna for 10-15 minutes to allow the honey to be absorbed
into your skin. Shower and finish with cool/cold water splash.
Honey Is A Sweet Treat For Skin
Cleopatra is said to have ruled Egypt with an iron
fist. Apparently, it was also a smooth fist, since she
was one of the more famous people in history to use
honey for its skin-enhancing properties. I
n fact, Cleopatra's legendary milk and honey baths are just one
of many historical examples of people using honey to pamper their
complexions. While Cleopatra didn't know why honey softened her
skin, new research suggests the queen of the Nile was definitely
onto something.
Manufacturers have used honey in everything from hand lotions and
moisturizers to bar soaps and bubble baths.
One reason they use honey is for its wholesome, all-natural
image; more and more consumers are demanding cosmetics and personal
care products made from natural ingredients. In the case of honey,
however, image is just the beginning.
First, honey is a humectant, which means it attracts and retains
moisture. This makes honey a natural fit in a variety of
moisturizing products including cleaners, creams, shampoos and
conditioners. Honey also acts as an anti-irritant, making it
suitable for sensitive skin and baby care products.
Honey's prospects in skincare are looking even sweeter; research
is currently underway to develop a process using honey to create
alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs). AHAs are an important ingredient in many
skin creams and moisturizers because they help exfoliate the skin.
Increased exfoliation, or renewal of the skin cells, can give skin a
younger, more vibrant look.
Look for honey in store-bought beauty products or try whipping up
some simple beauty recipes yourself.
Honey Skin Treat
This treatment leaves your face feeling super moisturized.
Ingredients
1/2 to 1 cup of liquid honey
Juice from 1/2 fresh lime
Optional: Few drops of your favorite essential oil.
Treatment Steps
Mix the honey, fresh lime juice, herbs and essential oils together.
Use your clean hands to massage the honey into your face. Work
the honey in slowly into the body so that it can be properly
exfoliated.
Once the honey mixture has been completely massaged into your
body step into a warm shower and remove the concoction.
Finish with a cool/cold rinse which is excellent for overall
circulation.
Honey Facial Scrub
This treatment leaves your face feeling super
moisturized.
Ingredients
1/2 to 1 cup of liquid honey
5 to 10 drops of fresh lime juice
1 medium sized cucumber that is very thinly sliced
Optional: Few drops of your favorite essential oil.
Treatment Steps
1. Clean the face with warm water.
2. Mix the honey, fresh lime juice and essential oils
together.
3. Use your clean hands to massage the honey into your face.
Work the honey in slowly so that it can properly exfoliate the skin.
4. Use your fingers or a clean wash cloth to remove honey.
5. Pat skin dry with a soft towel.
6. Place the slices of cucumber over the face and neck.
Apply over the mouth and eyes if desired.
Allow the cucumber to say on the face for at least 15 minutes.
This tightens the skin and adds moisture.
Remove cucumber slices, lightly splash face with water to remove
any cucumber residue. Pat dry and apply your favorite
moisturizer.
Once the honey mixture has been completely massaged into your
body step into a warm shower and remove the concoction.
Finish with a cool/cold rinse which is excellent for overall
circulation.
This treatment aids in circulation of overworked feet.
Moisturizes and softens while it soothes and restores tired aching
feet.
Ingredients
4 tbsp. aloe vera gel
4 tbsp. grated beeswax
2 tsp. honey
2 tsp. fresh mint, optional
6 drops peppermint essential oil
2 drops of arnica oil
2 drops of camphor oil
2 drops of eucalyptus oil
Treatment Steps
Rinse mint leaves and place on a paper towel to dry. Grind
mint using coffee grinder (or by hand using mortar and pestle).
Set aside. Melt beeswax using a small double boiler. In
a microwave safe glass bowl combine Aloe Vera and honey. Mix
well. Stir in beeswax. Let cool. Add min and oils
stirring until completely mixed. Apply after bath or shower to
entire feet and toes. Store remaining feet treat covered in
cool place away from sun or heat.
Summary
Research has shown that unlike most other sweeteners, honey
contains small amounts of a wide array of vitamins,
minerals, amino acids and antioxidants. Honey, a
rich source of carbohydrates, provides a quick source of
energy. Honey's unique composition makes it an effective
antimicrobial agent, useful for treating minor burns and
scrapes, and for aiding the treatment of sore throats and
other bacterial infections.
For more information about honey be sure and visit
The National Honey Board.
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