Acne is a worldwide concern and 8 out of 10 people suffer from it! It is not possible to completely get rid of the acne problem with natural remedies especially if you are still in your 20s because that’s when acne actually flourishes actively. Raw honey naturally contains nutrients and enzymes that have a variety of health benefits and medical uses. Packed with a powerful punch of antiseptic, antibacterial, and antioxidant properties, it’s one of the best ways to keep your acne under control. Below are some easy ways to use honey to clear acne:
HONEY TURMERIC MASK
In a bowl, add 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder, 1 tablespoon of yogurt and 1 teaspoon honey. Give everything a very good mix making sure there are no lumps. If the face mask feels very thick, you can add in more yogurt or add in some cold rose water if you have very oily skin. Apply on cleansed face and wash off after 30 minutes.
HONEY TEA TREE SPOT TREATMENT
Add few drops of tea tree oil to 1 teaspoon of honey. Using a cotton swab dab a bit of honey mixture on the zit as an overnight spot treatment, the anti-bacterial properties in honey and tea tree oil will dry it up.
HONEY AND LEMON DETOX
To make an early morning detox, you need the juice of half a lemon, 1 teaspoon organic raw honey and 1 cup of water. Warm the water over low flame and add in honey and lemon. Pour it in a glass and drink first thing in the morning on an empty stomach.
HONEY NUTMEG MASK
Grab a bowl and add 1 tablespoon of nutmeg powder. Now, add in 1 teaspoon of honey followed by 2 tablespoons of milk. You can add in more milk if you feel the mask isn’t spreadable. Mix the mask really well and apply it on your skin. Rinse off with cold water after 30 minutes and pat dry! Follow with a moisturizer and you are done! BEAUTY DIY: CLEAR ACNE WITH NUTMEG
HONEY COCONUT FACE MASSAGE
In a bowl, pour in 3-4 tablespoons of raw honey ad warm it a bit. Add in 2 tablespoons of extra virgin organic coconut oil and mix it well. Take facial steam fr 10 minutes and apply the warm honey mixture onto your face. Massage for good 5 minutes and wipe it off. Cleanse your face and you are done. Do this once a week to keep your skin clear and acne-free.
HONEY ROSE FACE MIST
In a bowl, add in 1 cup or rose water and also add 1 teaspoon of raw organic honey. Give it a good mix until honey dissolves. Pour it into a spray bottle and use it as a face mist.