Honey for Acne

Turns out Winnie the Pooh wasn't a silly old bear after all. He's been right about everything; love, friendship, and most importantly, honey. The benefits of honey are endless and it is amazing for the skin. Honey is naturally anti-bacterial, hydrating and contains trace amounts of peroxide that can help lighten hyperpigmentation and acne scars! Here are a few recipes you can whip up at home to clear your skin and give it the wonderful benefits honey has to offer.



Mask 1. Acne Clearing
Mix 1 Tsp Honey (raw is best, I would use local Honey) and 1/2 tsp cinnamon and 1/2 tsp nutmeg. Apply paste to face or just blemish areas and you will wake up to new skin and smaller pimples.


Mask 2. Acne Scar Clearing
Mix 1 tbsp honey with 1tbsp nutmeg and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Mix well. Add 1/2 tsp baking soda and apply to face.

I found this easy skin reviving idea on Pinterest! I tried it and my skin felt silky-smooth afterwards, and my pores were definitely tighter and my skin looked more flawless.Great for a Summer day or to rejuvenate skin before a big day!


Mask 3. Blackead Clearing

Why Less is More- Acne Tips

Less Is More;  How to Cure Your Acne

 Hormones, excess oil production, bacteria along with a host of other things can cause imbalances and acne. It is easy to think that more washing, more medicines and topical creams, more picking and popping will keep your skin clearer and cure acne faster. It can be especially difficult to use less makeup when dealing with breakouts.

To cure your acne for real, you have to focus on balancing your skin and detoxifying your body.

I struggled for years with acne. Starting at 10, my face broke out horribly and I spent years washing, picking and using countless topical creams and chemicals on my skin, then packing on makeup to cover my blemishes. I have spent so much time, worry, energy and money on trying to fix my skin that I many times I forgot to have fun or focus on my good qualities. As I grew older and began to explore health and wellness, something happened. The second I shifted my focus from fighting each pimple to balancing my skin from the inside and outside, it began to clear.

Use Natural Products when possible.

Health food stores, co-ops and Whole Foods sell great natural face washes that are free of harsh chemicals. You can find great skincare products in drugstores as well. Refrain from being swayed by fancy advertisements and flashy packaging. Look for products that are free of parabens, talc, dyes, mineral oil. Look for products that are non-comedogenic or oil-free meaning that they wont clog pores.

Citric acid, salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide are great acne fighting ingredients. The last two tend to dry the skin and cause flaking for many people so use products minimally and apply creams and medicines in small amounts directly on the zit.

Lastly, and most importantly I learned to drink more water...WAY more water. I immediately noticed my skin clearing. Incorporating healthy foods rich in antioxidants also fights those pesky pimples.

Free Dermatologist Approved Skincare Routine

Free Personal Skincare Routine: Dermatologist Reccomended

Step 1. Morning Routine for Acne



Wash face with a gentle cleanser, your skin should be mostly clean from washing before bed, but it is important to wash your face in the morning to clear away dirt and oil that has collected overnight. This is especially important if you plan on wearing makeup, it will create a clean, smooth base and ensure your makeup stays on all day, and Isn't trapping germs in your pores.

Gently Pat dry with a clean towel. Switch your towel out every few days and do not use the same towel that you use to dry your hair or body.

Apply moisturizer to face and neck. It is important to use a moisturizer that says oil-free or non- comedogenic on the label, and the moisturizer must be meant for your face. Moisturizer will help to hydrate the skin and heal acne and scabs from picking. It is easy to think that moisturizer would make skin oilier and cause more acne, but when using the right one your skin will become smooth, hydrated and balanced. If you have severe acne try experimenting with moisturizers that are dual- action, with ingredients like salycilic acid or benzoyl peroxide. You can find great moisturizers for less than $10 at all drugstores.





Step 2. Daytime

Apply oil free or non-comedogenic makeup. Wash makeup brushes using a gentle soap or face cleanser once a week. bacteria can easily build up in makeup brushes and this can be a major cause of acne. refrain from touching your face throughout the day without washing your hands first. Do not reapply makeup over and over throughout the day. This can be hard if you rely on makeup to cover your acne. Letting skin breathe and keeping pores free will help your skin clear faster, so you'll need less makeup in the long run.







Step 3. Bedtime Routine For Acne

Wash face gently, removing all makeup, dirt and oil from the day. if wearing makeup, it is good to wash a second time gently to ensure that all makeup is removed. remember to be gentle and use a cleanser that works with your skin type.

Apply moisturizer. This will keep your face hydrated throughout the night. If you have oily skin it is easy to think that more moisture will cause oilier skin. The trusth is, once your skin adjusts to the moisture, it will produce less oil and become balanced. Use an oil-free moisturizer without fragrance or mineral oil.

Apply topical acne treatment *optional* Acne clearing topical medicines will soak in overnight and clear pimples while you sleep. Try to use as little as possible. Medicines like these can be very drying, but also clear spots like a miracle.