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HONEY MASKS

FOR EVERY SKIN TYPE

There are some ingredients that you almost can’t go wrong with when attempting DIY

skincare. And honey is definitely at the top of the list. It’s is naturally antibacterial,

antifungal, high in antioxidants, and moisturizing. Look for raw, unfiltered honey.

FOR ACNE-PRONE SKIN

A sheet mask with chamomile tea and witch

hazel calms inflammation and dries out excess

oil. Honey is also anti-inflammatory and helps

ward off breakouts.

¾ cup chamomile tea

¼ cup witch hazel

1 tablespoon honey

Brew tea and let it cool to room temperature.

Mix in witch hazel and honey. Soak a washcloth

or reusable sheet mask and apply to your skin

for 15 minutes. You can store leftovers in the

fridge for a week.

FOR INFLAMMATION OR

SENSITIVE SKIN

Green tea and honey both work magic on

redness and inflammation, making a soothing

combo that is gentle enough for sensitive skin.

1 teaspoon matcha powder

1 tablespoon honey

1 teaspoon sweet almond or jojoba oil

Combine ingredients in a small bowl and mix

well. (If you don’t have matcha powder, cut

open a green tea bag and use the leaves.)

Apply to face, let sit for 15 minutes, then

rinse with warm water.

SPOT TREATMENT

One-ingredient treatments are my favorite!

Honey has so many uses, and fighting acne is a

powerful one. Just dab honey (manuka is ideal)

directly on the blemish. Leave on for 10 to 15

minutes, then rinse with warm water.

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