It turns out the secret weapon to soothe your dry skin lies in your kitchen! We are talking about honey. Dry skin usually lacks moisture and this makes it itchy and rough. Honey is super hydrating and can bring your dry skin back to life. While you can simply apply honey to dry skin to enjoy its moisturizing properties, there are many other ways you can use it to take care of your skin. In this article, you will find simple honey mask recipes to use on dry skin.
Benefits of using honey face masks at home
There are several reasons why your skin will love honey:
Honey is an excellent moisturizer
Humectants are substances that help maintain your skin’s natural moisture levels. Dry skin lacks moisture and honey is a great humectant that seals moisture into your skin and makes it soft and supple.
Honey prevents many skin diseases
Some diseases, such as eczema and psoriasis, cause dry skin. Honey is widely used in Ayurvedic medicine to treat these skin problems along with other problems such as burns, cuts and wounds, and inflammation.
Honey has antibacterial properties
Honey prevents wrinkles
Honey slows down the formation of wrinkles and keeps your skin young. It also helps in maintaining the pH balance of your skin.
For maximum benefits, it is best to use pure and raw honey. This is because raw honey has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties and is rich in antioxidants. Look for naturally darker honey as it has great antioxidant properties. You can also use Manuka honey, which is rich in antioxidants and helps heal skin infections.
With so many benefits, honey is sure to be a luxurious treat for your skin. Now that you know which honey to use for dry skin, here are some tips and recipes you can try with honey for dry skin.
Recipes for masks with honey for dry skin
Mask with honey, turmeric and glycerin
Turmeric provides therapeutic benefits for the skin. Glycerin is a humectant that keeps your skin hydrated. Honey has an emollient and moisturizing effect and helps your skin retain its youthful glow.
You will need
- 1 st. l. organic honey
- ½ teaspoon turmeric (use turmeric powder or raw paste)
- ½ teaspoon glycerin
Recipe
- Mix all ingredients in a glass bowl and make a paste.
- Apply the paste all over your face and neck.
- Let it dry.
- Rinse with cold water.
Face mask for dry skin with honey and banana
Banana is widely used in face masks and it helps keep the skin hydrated. This mask can make your skin soft and supple.
You will need
- 1 st. l. honey
- 1 st. l. banana puree (ripe)
Recipe
- Mix honey with banana puree. Mix well.
- Spread the mixture evenly on your face. Let it dry.
- Rinse with cold water.
Face mask for dry skin with honey, oatmeal and milk
Oatmeal helps exfoliate your skin. Milk contains lactic acid which acts as a mild exfoliant. Together with honey, these ingredients can keep the skin clean and nourished.
You will need
- 1 st. l. oatmeal
- 2 tbsp. l. milk
- 1 st. l. honey
Recipe
- Mix the oatmeal and milk well until you reach the desired consistency (not too watery).
- Add honey to it and mix well.
- Apply the mixture on your face and massage for a while.
- Let it dry and then wash off.
Face mask for dry skin with honey and avocado
Avocado is often used as the base for a face mask. When mixed with honey, the fruit can keep the skin soft.
You will need
- 1 st. l. avocado puree
- 1 teaspoon yogurt
- 1 teaspoon raw honey
Recipe
- Mix all ingredients in a glass bowl until you get a smooth mixture.
- Apply the mixture on your face and relax. Let it dry.
- Rinse with cold water.
Dry face mask with honey and aloe vera
Aloe vera has nourishing and moisturizing properties for the skin. When combined with honey, aloe vera can keep your skin hydrated.
You will need
- 2 teaspoons raw honey
- 1 teaspoon fresh aloe vera gel (scoop some from the plant)
Recipe
- Mix aloe vera gel and honey.
- Apply the mask on your face and leave it there for 30 minutes.
- Rinse with cold water.
Recipe for creams with honey for dry skin at home
Cream for dry skin with Manuka honey
Shea butter is a popular ingredient in moisturizers and has emollient and sunscreen properties. This facial moisturizer can keep your skin hydrated and soft.
You will need
- ½ cup shea butter
- 3 art. l. aloe vera gel
- 5 drops of tea tree essential oil
- 3 art. l. rose water
- 1 teaspoon Manuka honey (or raw organic honey)
Recipe
- Use the double cauldron to melt the shea butter.
- Mix it with rose water, aloe vera gel and honey.
- Transfer the mixture to a glass bowl and let it cool (or refrigerate).
- Beat it well for 5 minutes to get a fluffy, creamy white texture.
- Keep in the bank.
- Use it as a daily moisturizer or night cream.
Cream for dry skin with honey and lavender oil
This cream contains beeswax, another popular moisturizer base. The combination of skin nourishing oils and honey is extremely hydrating for the skin. Essential oils give the cream a pleasant aroma.
You will need
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 st. l. argan oil
- 1 ½ teaspoons raw organic honey
- 1 teaspoon beeswax
- ½ teaspoon vitamin E oil
- 5 drops of lavender essential oil
- 5 drops frankincense essential oil
Recipe
- Mix argan oil and beeswax in a bowl and microwave for 30 seconds.
- Let the mixture cool down. Add lavender, frankincense and vitamin E oils to the mixture.
- Store it in a glass jar and use as a night cream.
Note: use creams within 3-4 months.
Recipes for homemade scrubs for dry skin with honey
Scrub for dry skin with honey and sugar
Granulated sugar has a coarse texture that can help remove dead skin cells from your skin, while honey and olive oil can keep it hydrated. The essential oils give this scrub a refreshing scent.
You will need
- 1 cup of sugar
- 2 tbsp. l. raw honey
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 teaspoons dried rosemary
- 15 drops of lemon essential oil
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