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Honey For Oily Skin Is A Remedy Worth A Try

Written by Kadambari Srivastava24th Nov 2021
Honey For Oily Skin Is A Remedy Worth A Try

Rich, thick and golden — you can never go wrong with honey when it comes to health and beauty. This elixir not only enhances the taste of food by replacing your regular sweetener, but also is great for topical application. Honey for oily skin is perhaps the best thing that you can do to balance out the greasy texture.

Honey is a natural moisturiser. But it is also known for its antibacterial and soothing properties that help reduce the oiliness of the skin and make it naturally dewy. In this article, we will talk about all the ways in which honey for oily skin is a perfect choice. We will also talk about how you can use it in different ways.

 

Benefits of honey for oily skin

Honey for oily skin recipe 9: Honey and curds

As we have said, honey has been a part of skincare since ages. Here are some of the benefits that it offers:

  • Honey is a perfect anti-ageing agent. It increases collagen production and helps maintain the elasticity of the skin
  • Honey draws moisture out of the environment and dehydrates any kind of bacterial growth, thus soothing the skin and reducing any kind of infection
  • Honey regulates the pH balance of the skin and controls excess sebum production

 

Apart from these, honey has other benefits as well for oily skin, and for all the other skin types. But how do you get these benefits? We will tell you exactly how to use honey for oily skin so that you avail all the benefits.

 

How to use honey for oily skin

Honey for oily skin recipe 9: Honey and curds

The best part about honey is that you can use it in various forms. And in whichever way you apply on the skin, it benefits you. Before we tell you the various honey for oily skin recipes, let’s tell you how you can use it. In formulation, you can use honey as a face mask, as a scrub and even as a moisturiser. Benefit-wise, it can be used to get rid of acne and even if you wish to brighten your skin.

Let’s now take a look at the various honey recipes that you can use for your oily skin.

 

1. Milk and honey face pack

Honey for oily skin recipe 9: Honey and curds

Honey and milk, two of the most nourishing ingredients that your skin can ask for. These ingredients also even out and brighten your skin tone, if that is the effect you are looking for. Milk and honey together form a consistency that is perfect as a face cleanser.

Method:

  • Take half a cup of honey
  • Take half a cup of milk
  • Mix the two together
  • Apply it on the skin
  • Let it sit until dry
  • Wash it off with water
  • Do this once a day for best results

 

2. Banana and honey for face pack

Honey for oily skin recipe 9: Honey and curds

We know what you must be thinking. Both these ingredients are super nourishing and hydrating, heavy even. How can it be good for oily skin that needs oil absorption and not more oil generation? Both bananas and honey are antifungal in nature. They stop the formation of bacteria. On the other hand, they also regulate the level of oil on the skin and make the skin clear and free of excess oil.

Method:

  • Take half a banana and mash it
  • Add half a teaspoon of honey
  • Mix to form a paste
  • Apply it on the skin
  • Leave it on for 20 minutes
  • Wash it off
  • Do this twice a week for best results

 

3. Honey and sugar face pack

Honey for oily skin recipe 9: Honey and curds

Want a scrub that cleanses and moisturises your skin at the same time? Oh and also does not make your skin lose its natural lustre? Then, this is the best recipe for you. The goodness of honey heals and moisturises your skin, while the dissolving granules of sugar impart a glow.

Method:

  • Take one teaspoon of honey
  • Take one tablespoon of sugar
  • Mix the two together to form a granular paste
  • Apply on the face and massage in circular motions
  • Wash it off
  • Do this once a week for best results

 

4. Honey and oatmeal face pack

Honey for oily skin recipe 9: Honey and curds

This is a great face mask if you want to reduce open pores and have a clear and smooth texture. Honey nourishes the skin and oatmeal gently exfoliates the skin to remove dead skin cells. Additionally, both oatmeal and honey are rich in antioxidants and reduce inflammation, thus treating and reducing the chances of acne.

Method:

  • Take 1 tablespoon of honey
  • Add 2 tablespoons of oatmeal to it
  • Mix the two to form a scrub
  • Apply on the face and neck area and massage in circular motions
  • Wash using warm water
  • Use this once a week for best results

 

5. Honey and olive oil face pack

Honey for oily skin recipe 9: Honey and curds

This is a refreshing and rejuvenating mix for your skin, one that can truly wake it up and give it the glow that you have always craved. Honey is rich in antioxidants and is nourishing, while olive oil is known for both its hydrating and lightening properties. This face mix also shrinks the pores. The tinge of lemon juice added clears up the skin and balances the sebum level

Method:

  • Take 1 tablespoon of honey
  • Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil (warmed)
  • Add about half a teaspoon of lemon juice
  • Mix it all for a uniform consistency
  • Apply on the face and neck area
  • Let it stay for 20 minutes
  • Wash it off
  • Use this twice a week for best results

 

6. Honey and cucumber face pack

Honey for oily skin recipe 9: Honey and curds

Honey and cucumber, both are antibacterial and anti-inflammatory agents. Together, it helps calm down the skin and serves as a good cleanser that cleans all the dirt, grime and bacteria. Plus, the milk binds the mask together and evens out the skin tone.

Method:

  • Cut half a cucumber into small pieces
  • Add 1 tablespoon of milk
  • Add 1 tablespoon of honey
  • Mix it all together to make a paste
  • Apply on the face and neck area
  • Let it sit for 20 minutes
  • Wash it off
  • Use this twice daily for best results

 

7. Honey and turmeric face pack

Honey for oily skin recipe 9: Honey and curds

Turmeric is acne and inflammation-preventing agent. Honey also reduces inflammation and soothes the skin. This will also help reduce any kind of bacterial infection. Honey and turmeric packs are also a good remedy for small wounds.

Method:

  • Take 1 tablespoon of honey
  • Add half a teaspoon of turmeric powder
  • Mix the two to form a paste
  • Apply and let sit for 20 minutes
  • Wash off
  • Use it twice a week for best results

 

8. Honey and eggs face pack

Honey for oily skin recipe 9: Honey and curds

If you have extremely oily skin, this is the perfect face pack remedy. Honey smoothens the skin and egg evens out the skin tone. Lemon reduces the appearance of the pores and brightens the skin. Together, all these ingredients are great if you have oily skin. It balances the oil levels, at the same time, does not strip it off its natural oils.

Method:

  • Take 1 egg white
  • Add 1 teaspoon of lemon juice
  • Add half a teaspoon of honey
  • Mix it all together to form a smooth mixture
  • Apply it to your face
  • Let it sit for 20 minutes
  • Use it twice a week for best results

 

9. Honey and curds face pack

Honey for oily skin recipe 9: Honey and curds

Again, two separate ingredients for dry and oily skin respectively. Yet, honey and curds together form a balancing act that is great if you want soft and supple skin without the excess oil on your skin. A pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg helps reduce fine lines and wrinkles.

Method:

  • Take 1 teaspoon of honey
  • Add 1 tablespoon of curd
  • Add a pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg powders
  • Mix it all to form a paste
  • Apply it uniformly on your face and neck area
  • Let it sit for 15 minutes
  • Use it twice a week for best results

Kadambari Srivastava

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A finance professional by degree who jumped into the world of content creation 7 years ago, Kadambari is a pro at spinning words, whether it's beauty, business, entertainment, or anything else. Better separate your 'its' from 'it's' when she is around. When she isn't writing, she can be seen with a cup of tea in one hand and a book in the other, keeping up with her book challenge of the year.

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