Honeythe sticky and sugary staple crafted by beesis more than just delicious in your afternoon tea or eveninggolden milk.

Natural skin enthusiasts often praise honey due to its many benefits for the skin, says NHS doctorDr.

Kemi Fabusiwaand with similar feedbackdating back to 2000 BC, the therapeutic properties are worth considering.

How to Use Honey in Your Skin Care Routine

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What does honey do for the skin?

And as if all that wasnt enough?

Manuka is backed by ample research and is even used clinically for wound treatment around the world.

Brendan Courneenenotes that honeys benefits shifts depending on the local floral sources.

Always ensure its sourced sustainably and free of adulterants, adds Dr. Courneene.

What about other bee products?

The phenolic compounds in propolis lend to the aforementioned properties, and extracts exist for topical app.

Dr. Courneene agrees with the direct approach.

As effects on the skin vary, trial and error is to be expected, he adds.

For pre-existing skin conditions or concerns, seek a dermatologists guidance before incorporating honey into your routine.