Honey (Mel)

Honey is a natural ingredient used in skincare products as a moisturizing and nourishing component. The benefits of honey for skin go beyond the face and body—it's great for hair, too.

So, is honey good for your skin? Yes: it's used to help heal burn wounds and has numerous properties, including antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant effects.

How to use it

Whether you're applying honey on face or body, it can be used at any time of day and year, at any age, and during pregnancy. You'll find it in creams, serums, hair masks, and other honey skincare products.

Suitable for

Any skin type. However, use honey for skin with caution if you have an allergy to edible honey (be sure to do a patch test before use).

Things to know

Honey is compatible with all ingredients and is commonly combined with other plant-based antioxidants.

According to the FDA Voluntary Cosmetic Registration Program database, it's mainly used in leave-on products. In rinse-off products, such as paste masks and mud compresses, its content can reach up to 22%. Honey is also used in children's products at levels of up to 0.01%.

Evidence

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Ingredient Overview

INCI name Honey (Mel)

Function Skin conditioning - emollient, humectant, flavoring, moisturizing

CAS number 8028-66-8

Chemical formula -

Common use Face care, body care, hair care

Honey (Mel) alternatives

Beeswax Allantoin (Propolis) Propolis Extract

FAQ

1. How do I use honey for glowing skin?

Honey is an excellent natural humectant that attracts and retains moisture, making skin more supple and radiant. Simple homemade masks can be used to help achieve glowing skin.

2. How do I get lighter skin with honey?

Honey isn't a whitening agent that can dramatically change skin tone, as it doesn't affect melanin production (the pigment responsible for skin color).

3. Does honey tighten skin?

No, honey on face isn't a treatment that can significantly firm sagging skin or reshape its contours. Some sources mention that honey can create a feeling of tightness, but this is more likely related to its stickiness and moisturizing effect, which makes skin appear more supple, rather than any deep lifting action.