Natural Facial Scrub Using Honey.

Honey has been used for centuries in cultures all over the world as a natural skin healing agent. Honey contains an enzyme called glucose oxidase, that when combined with water, produces hydrogen peroxide, a mild antiseptic. In addition to the glucose oxidase enzyme, honey also contains antioxidants and *flavonoids that may function as antibacterial agents. Honey also has the ability to moisturize the skin with out making it oily.

With these properties, honey is a great natural skin cleanser and moisturizer.

Some Favorite Honey Facial Recipes

Honey and Yogurt Facial Scrub

You will need:

• 1 teaspoon finely ground almonds
  
  
• 2 teaspoons finely ground oats
  
  
• 1 tablespoon plain low-fat yogurt
  
  
• 1 teaspoon honey
  
  
• 1 drop of lavender essential oil
  
  

Mix all ingredients together, dampen your skin with warm water and then gently massage the scrub on to your damp skin. Rinse your face with warm water.

Honey and Lavender Facial Mask

You will need:

• 1 tablespoon raw honey
  
  
• 3 drops lavender essential oil
  
  

Mix the ingredients, dampen your face with warm water, and smooth on the honey and lavender mixture. Leave the mask on for 15 minutes. Then rinse off with warm water.

• Can be used on all skin types
  
  
• The yogurt contains skin-smoothing lactic-acid
  
  
• Honey is moisturizing and healing without making the skin oily
  
  
• Finely ground almonds and oats add gentle exfoliation
  
  
• Lavender essential oil is balancing for all skin types
  
  

Flavonoids

• Act as antioxidants
  
  
• Have direct anti-tumor effects
  
  
• Have immune-enhancing properties
  
  
• Sources:
  
  
• Honey, fruits, particularly darker fruits such as berries, cherries, and citrus fruits; also tomatoes, peppers, and greens.