Coconut oil, apple cider vinegar, and chamomile have long been recognized for their skin benefits, but honey has now emerged as a top skin-care healing agent.
According to Kenneth Howe, a board-certified NYC dermatologist, the beneficial chemical components of honey depends on which bees it is sourced from.
Most honey contains a moisturizing, antimicrobial ingredient known as a humectant, which is commonly found in various creams, toners, and serums.
A humectant is beneficial to most skin types but specifically aids dry and sensitive skin. It can also open up pores and soothe inflammation.
Dr. Howe states that honey has traditionally been used as a healing agent in many cultures, and has the ability to kill live bacteria on the skin.
When used as a face wash, honey has antibacterial properties that effectively remove stubborn bacteria and dirt, and its anti-fungal properties can treat a stubborn breakouts.
