Honey and Bees — Skin Care

If you haven't checked out our Beeswax Salve you can find it here - Beeswax Salve Avocado and Olive oils combined with beeswax and essential oils creates an extremely effective and useful salve! Here are the top 10 ways we use it: 1) Hand Moisturizer - Avocado Oil and Olive Oil are great for the skin and the lemon and lime essential oils leave a mild citrus scent. Apply after washing your hands, working outside or anytime they feel dry. 2) Dry Skin Treatment - Great for elbows, knees and the backs of your arms. All dry skin trouble spots...

Have you wondered why you see honey used as an ingredient for skin and body care products? Raw honey has long been touted for its antibacterial and antimicrobial properties.  It also contains antioxidants, nutrients, enzymes and healing compounds. Lastly, honey is also a humectant which means that it draws moisture from the air and into the skin. So not only does it gently cleanse the skin it also helps to moisturize. The ancient Egyptians considered honey an anti-aging remedy and Cleopatra was said to have her body treated with honey every day.  For a great DIY skin mask, mix equal amounts...