DIY Honey Face Mask

Honey is very powerful as it contains lots of great enzymes, vitamins and anti septic properties that are great for the skin. It's also amazing to, of course, eat honey as well, but I unfortunately still haven't found a love for the taste! Maybe one day :) But for now, I apply it directly to my face and it does wonders! 

  

It's important to use raw honey for your mask in particular because that means it hasn't been heated or processed, so it still contains all its essential nutrients and enzymes (which are usually destroyed otherwise when heated and processed).  This mask is really inexpensive and works just as good as the high-end face masks (possibly even better) and you don't have to worry about harsh chemicals, fragrances and irritants.

Step 1: Squeeze 1/2 a lemon (organic is always better) into a bowl

Step 2: add 2 tbsp of honey (Organic, raw, natural).

Step 3: Mix it with a spoon until it’s a liquid consistency.

Step 4: Apply it all over a clean face avoiding eye area. *Also make sure that your hair is pulled back away from your face as the mask is rather sticky!  

Step 5: Leave on for 15-20 min and rinse off.

If you’re feeling really adventurous, try and sleep with it on.”Let us know if you try it and how it works!

The Benefits of Honey

- Honey is a natural antibacterial and anti-inflammatory.

- Honey absorbs impurities from the pores and the skin.

- Ancient beauties used honey and milk on their skin regularly to keep their complexion looking young, radiant and smooth.

- You can use honey as a wash, toner or mask.

- You can mix honey with so many other ingredients depending on your needs (apples, pumpkin, and papaya. yogurt). It’s quite versatile.

The Benefits of Lemon

- Lemon brightens and exfoliates.

- Lemon is great for acne prone skin, age and sun spots or uneven skin tone.

- Lemon is also a natural source of vitamin C and rich in alpha hydroxyl acids.

TIP: Raw honey can also be used as a face cleanser for those of you looking for a natural alternative. (Just apply a teaspoon of honey to your finger tips and use as a regular cleanser onto damp skin.) 

The best thing is that it's both exfoliating and moisturizing! Others have been doing this for years and I definitely recommend it if you haven't tried it out yet! What are some of your favorite DIY face masks? Share with me below! XOXO