Sweet Secrets: 5 Unexpected DIY Honey Beauty Recipes

As Rosh Hashanah approaches, it’s the perfect opportunity to dive into one of the healthiest ingredients that graces our holiday table – honey. For those of us who prefer healthy alternatives for cosmetics and skincare, I’ve found some fantastic beauty recipes using honey that can work wonders for your skin. But first, let’s cover some facts about honey and why it's so beneficial for our skin.

• Honey is a natural product made by bees. It contains a wide range of nutrients, including sugars, vitamins, minerals, enzymes, and antioxidants.
• Honey has several medicinal properties. It contains natural antibacterial and antiviral compounds and can help in cases of bacterial and viral infections, and even reduce cancer risk by inhibiting the growth of cancer cells.
• With its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, honey is effective for treating skin issues such as acne, dry skin, wrinkles, and dullness. Honey is an excellent ingredient in face masks as it provides moisture, nourishment, and firmness to the skin. You can certainly mix honey with other ingredients like yogurt, avocado, and lemon to enhance its effectiveness.

Now that we know all this, let’s put it to good use.

Acne-Soothing Face Mask

• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice

Mix honey and lemon juice until smooth, apply the mask to your face and neck for 15-20 minutes. Rinse the mask with lukewarm water.

Skin-Nourishing Face Mask

• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/2 teaspoon yogurt
• 1/4 teaspoon avocado

Mix the honey, yogurt, and avocado until smooth. Apply the mask to your face and neck for 15-20 minutes. Rinse the mask with lukewarm water.

Natural Moisturizer

• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/2 teaspoon water

Mix honey and water until smooth. Apply the cream to your face and body, leaving it on for 20 minutes. Then rinse thoroughly.

Natural Makeup Remover

• 1 tablespoon honey
• A little water

Mix honey and water until smooth. Apply the remover to your face and eyes. Rinse with lukewarm water.

Honey and Turmeric Anti-Pollution Mask

• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 tablespoon yogurt

Mix the ingredients until smooth, apply a thin layer to your face, and let the mask sit for 15 minutes. Remove it with a warm washcloth to ensure the turmeric doesn’t stain your face.