Honey is a unique sweet liquid with an array of surprising benefits. It helps stimulate immune system, fight colds, soothe a sore throat and even help fall asleep. This natural remedy can also be used at home for numerous skin problems.

Honey features moisturizing, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. In ancient times, it was spread on bandages to speed up wound healing. Honey is also a source of minerals, vitamins, niacin and zinc, which are essential for healthy skin.

Each type of honey has a different composition and has a different set of properties, for instance, manuka – antibacterial, heather – anti-inflammatory, honeydew – helps to fight skin infections. That’s why it’s worth to experiment and check on your own skin which one works best.

Honey made a big buzz in cosmetics industry, but let’s not forget that we can use it to prepare natural cosmetics at home. Thick honey mixed with brown sugar will create a great face scrub, or honey blended with liquid coconut oil will work great as a hair mask. Honey without additives can also be used directly on the skin and nails.