Honey is a traditional, nourishing skincare ingredient. It’s anti-bacterial and hydrating properties make it an effective remedy for a number of skincare problems. It rejuvenates the skin and works on reducing blemishes. It helps manage tanned skin easily, it is also a beneficial remedy to reduce pimples, moisturise skin and simply leaves it healthy with a natural glow.

Honey face packs

Honey and besan face pack for glowing skin

It’s often that you struggle with your skincare regime to help look as fresh and glowing as possible. Malai, besan and chandan soften the skin instantly and eliminate all the dirt due to the anti-bacterial and skin lightening elements in them. For this pack, mix the nourishing ingredients like honey, besan, malai, chandan and rose oil together and apply it on your face and neck. Leave it until it dries off completely and peel it off then. You will notice a difference in the way your skin looks within weeks. This pack cleanses out all impurities and ensures your skin is soft and supple.

Honey, oats and rosewater face pack to moisturise skin

Honey when used in combination with rosewater and oats makes for a refreshing, natural moisturiser. Rosewater acts as a natural astringent while oats eliminate all impurities and hydrate the skin with its anti-inflammatory property. For this pack, take 2 tablespoons of oats and 1 tablespoon of honey and rosewater and mix well. Apply this all over your face and neck and leave it for not more than 10 minutes. Rinse off well with lukewarm water. Know more face packs with oats, here.

Honey, lemon juice and milk for tan removal

Honey also comes in handy when you want to get rid of tanning due to excessive sun exposure. Lemon with the precense of citric acid acts as a natural skin lightening agent and evens out the skin tone. Additionally, lemon serves as a mild bleaching agent and makes your skin looking radiant due to its varied nutrients. Using a pack with honey, lemon and milk ensures tan removal.  Mix equal quantities of honey, milk powder, lemon juice and almond oil and apply it on your face, hands, etc. Keep it for 20 minutes and then wash it off. Or you could simply use honey with lemon juice only.  Mix two tablespoons of honey with a few drops of lemon juice and apply it on the affected area once or twice in a day. Apply the mixture for a few minutes and wash it off with cold water. Know more combinations of home remedies that are effective for tan removal.

Honey and cinnamon pack to reduce pimples

It gets difficult to handle acne-prone skin on a daily basis. Since honey and cinnamon are both high in antioxidants these ingredients are beneficial to relieve pimples, blackheads, itchy skin. For this paste, mix honey and cinnamon powder in a fine consistency. Dab this gently on the affected area and let it stay overnight. Wash it off thoroughly the next morning with lukewarm water. You can also say goodbye other skin and hair problems using honey.