THE AMAZING PROPERTIES OF MANUKA HONEY FACE MASKS

Health benefits of Manuka honey. What masks with this honey are best suited for treatment. How to buy real Manuka honey.

INNA CODRU , MAY 05, 2018

The time when you bought expensive masks from the store may soon be over. Both modern science and ancient medicine call the perfect skin care product, and it doesn't come from pharmaceutical companies, it comes from bees 😊, especially bees living in New Zealand and Australia. I am talking about MANUKA honey, the properties of which are simply amazing.

You may have heard how often Manuka honey has been mentioned in the media lately, or you may have heard about it from your friends.

Do you want to know what it is? Especially if it's worth it.

I can't help but say right away: Yes, it's worth it!

AND THAT'S WHY:

Manuka is very different from regular honey in terms of nutrients and health benefits.

Bees collect it exclusively from tea tree bushes, which grows only in the coastal regions of New Zealand and Australia, known by the Latin name " Leptospermum scoparium ", and in the common people MANUKA. This honey is brimming with unique compounds that make it the highest quality honey in the world.

According to the Unique Manuka Factor Honey Association, Manuka honey is the standard by which all other honey is compared.

Let's dive a little into what Manuka has to offer our bodies (spoiler alert: a lot!!):

WHAT IS MANUKA HONEY?

As already mentioned, the basis of this honey is nectar extracted by bees from the flowers of manuka bushes, which grow only in New Zealand and parts of Australia.

The nectar plus the work of the bees makes this unique honey four times the mineral content of regular flower honey, making it quite an expensive product.

To make it clearer - in one cup of ordinary honey (except for carbohydrates, amino acids and enzymes) you can find the following minerals (as a percentage of the total number of minerals contained in honey):

• 14% manganese
• 8% iron
• 6% copper
• 5% zinc
• 5% potassium
• And also - selenium, sodium, phosphorus, magnesium, calcium and fluoride.

Well, the concentration of most of these minerals in Manuka honey is almost four times the concentration in regular honey, making Manuka honey a fantastic superfood.

In medicine, it has been used for centuries as an antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory agent to treat internal organs and skin conditions.

Recent studies have confirmed that Manuka honey has a powerful effect against bacteria, inflammation and various pathogens that cause infections.

Let's take a look at what makes Manuka honey such a great product:

BENEFITS OF MANUKA HONEY FOR SKIN

Manuka deeply nourishes and heals your skin.

It unclogs your pores and protects your skin cells from bacteria and environmental agents that cause infections, acne, and inflammation.

Antibacterial and antimicrobial properties

Ordinary honey also has a good antibacterial and antimicrobial effect, but Manuka honey has a higher concentration of enzymes, which increase its power against germs and bacteria.

Studies show that honey can kill strains of disease-causing bacteria, including strains that cause skin infections.

Manuka honey, unlike antibiotics, does not kill microorganisms by destroying the bacterial cell wall. Instead, it relies on natural mechanisms:

• It removes moisture from the pericellular environment, which dehydrates bacteria.


• The sugar content in it stops the growth of microbes. The pH of honey, between 2 and 4.5, is low enough to inhibit the growth of most microorganisms.


• An enzyme called glucose oxidase produces hydrogen peroxide, which is a powerful antibacterial agent.


• It has phytochemical factors with antibacterial activity. For example, one study found that it stimulated antibody production.

All this shows that Manuka honey helps to get rid of harmful bacteria in a natural way.

These are really wonderful properties, but that's not all, this honey does not create antibiotic resistant bacteria, which already makes it suitable for treatment without side effects.

In fact, one study found that Manuka honey is one of the few natural foods that can inhibit various types of antibiotic-resistant bacteria that are difficult to treat.

The bottom line is that Manuka naturally gets rid of bacteria without creating resistant microbes and can even kill severe strains of bacteria.

I don't know about you, but that makes it a must-have skin care product for me.

Anti-inflammatory properties

Honey has been shown to reduce inflammatory compounds such as prostaglandins in healthy individuals. It also promotes healing of scars, reduces the size of scars and stimulates tissue regeneration.

This makes it ideal for treating acne scars and maintaining youthful skin.

All this is far superior to conventional anti-inflammatory treatments. While most medicines inhibit the growth of cell tissue, Manuka honey has no such effects.

The bottom line of all this is that Manuka honey has powerful anti-inflammatory properties without side effects, which is another reason to take note of it.

Antioxidant

Free radicals are compounds that damage your cells, causing premature aging and the growth of various tumors. They arise due to all sorts of external and internal factors, such as ultraviolet rays, smog, radiation, unhealthy food, herbicides, etc.

Manuka honey is loaded with antioxidants that fight free radicals and protect skin cells.

The antioxidant activity of this honey is caused by flavonoids, phenolic compounds, ascorbic acid, tocopherols and other compounds working together to protect your body.

Researchers have found that darker shades of honey tend to have more antioxidant capacity.

Manuka honey is darker and more concentrated than regular honey, which means it has more antioxidants to nourish your skin.

Moisturizing properties

Honey also acts as a wonderful moisturizer that will leave you with velvety and soft skin on your face.

It has the ability to absorb and retain moisture from the environment, which prevents excessive dryness of the skin.

Promotes healing of wounds and burns

According to research, honey can soothe and heal wounds and burns on the skin quite quickly.

It is a known fact that soldiers in World War I used Manuka honey to successfully treat infections and wounds.

Honey has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that disinfect wounds, reduce pain, and speed up healing processes by increasing tissue growth.

Its moisturizing properties and viscosity help create a protective barrier that prevents infection.

This makes it an excellent nutrient that you can use to soothe sunburn and heal acne scars or minor cuts.

Before heading to the store to buy a jar, you should know that not all types of Manuka honey have such wonderful properties.

There are different varieties of Manuka honey with different levels of enzymes and antioxidants.

To summarize, Manuka honey is a face and body cream for rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, rashes, itching and redness.

To determine the purest forms of Manuka, the unique Manuka Factor (UMF) was created.

Unique Manuka Factor (UMF)

UMF is a quality trademark and grading system that identifies the authenticity of Manuka honey by measuring its unique properties and markers.

The unique Manuka compounds tested by UMF are:

Leptosper - It has strong antibacterial properties and can only be found in the nectar of the Manuka plant.

Methylglyoxal (MG) is a measure of the level of antibacterial activity in honey. The more it is present, the more effective honey will be in the fight against pathogenic bacteria.

DHA - This helps create more Methylglyoxal in honey over time. The high concentration of DHA helps create Manuka honey with higher MG levels, hence a higher quality product.

The antibacterial power of Manuka UMF is measured in numbers:

• 0-4 Practically not detected


• 5-9 Low level


• 10-15 Useful level


• 16+ Improved high quality level

To get the most out of your Manuka honey, always choose a product with a label that indicates 10 or more UMF.

As you can see, you need to find the UMF label to be sure that this Manuka honey was made in New Zealand. If the bank does not have this or the marking does not match the official one, it is most likely a fake product.

Now that you're an expert on the benefits of Manuka honey, let's take a look at how you can use it to improve and heal your skin.

FACE PACKS WITH MANUKA HONEY

A face mask is one of the best ways to use Manuka honey to achieve a radiant complexion.

By using Manuka honey treatment, you can say goodbye to acne, dry skin, wrinkles and scars.

Classic mask "manuka honey"

Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon manuka honey

MODE OF APPLICATION:

• Lightly wet your face to make application easier.


• Spread the honey all over your face with clean fingers.


• Leave on skin for at least 20 minutes, preferably up to 1 hour.


• Wash your face thoroughly with warm water and pat dry.

How to use it: Apply this mask once or twice a week for best results.

In addition, you can use honey as a substitute for daily facial cleansing. To do this, simply apply it and rinse it off just like a regular cleanser.

How it works: This simple face mask cleanses, hydrates and perfectly balances the pH of the skin's acid mantle. Over time, you will notice a healthier complexion free of acne, scars, and dryness.

Face mask "Cinnamon + Manuka honey"

Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon manuka honey
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon rose water

MODE OF APPLICATION:

• Mix the ingredients in a small container.


• Lightly wet your face to make application easier.


• Spread the honey all over your face with clean fingers.


• Leave on skin for at least 20 minutes, preferably up to 1 hour.


• Wash your face thoroughly with warm water and pat dry.

How to use it: Use this mask once or twice a week. If you have sensitive skin, try not adding cinnamon.

How it works: This mask is ideal for oily skin and acne. Thanks to the increased circulation from the effects of cinnamon and the astringent activity of rose water, this mask helps clear pimples and blackheads over time.

Manuka honey will easily remove bacteria from the pores of the skin and moisturize it. Cinnamon, on the other hand, will improve the blood circulation of the skin of the face and also help cleanse the skin of bacteria.

In fact, cinnamon has a powerful antimicrobial effect that stops the growth of harmful pathogens on your skin. Rose water will act as an astringent, unclogging your pores, toning your skin, and absorbing excess oil.

Face mask "Spirulina + Manuka honey"

Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon manuka honey
• ½ teaspoon spirulina
• ½ teaspoon rose water or any other hydrosol

MODE OF APPLICATION:

• Mix the ingredients in a small container.


• Lightly wet your face to make application easier.


• Spread the honey all over your face with clean fingers.


• Leave on skin for at least 20 minutes, preferably up to 1 hour.


• Wash your face thoroughly with warm water and pat dry.

How to use it: Use this mask once or twice a week.

How it works: This mask is ideal for sensitive skin. It will help you reduce rashes and relieve itching thanks to spirulina.

Honey will act as a cleanser and moisturizer. The antioxidant and anti-inflammatory action of the drug stimulates and soothes the skin.

You can use this mask to treat skin imbalances as spirulina has been proven to reduce irritation and improve skin condition.

Face mask "Rose water + Manuka honey"

Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon manuka honey
• 1 teaspoon rose water

MODE OF APPLICATION:

• Mix the ingredients in a small container.


• Lightly wet your face to make application easier.


• Spread the honey all over your face with clean fingers.


• Leave on skin for at least 20 minutes, preferably up to 1 hour.


• Wash your face thoroughly with warm water and pat dry.


• If you notice that the skin has become a little dry (due to rose water), apply a moisturizer.

How to use it: Use this mask once or twice a week.

How it works: This is a great antibacterial and anti-inflammatory mask that is suitable for all skin types.

Both honey and rose water have powerful antimicrobial properties that keep acne and skin imbalances at bay.

Rose water also has an anti-aging effect, which will keep the skin youthful and prevent the early signs of aging.

Face mask "Matcha (matcha) + Manuka honey"

Matcha or matcha is Japanese powdered (ground) tea.

Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon manuka honey
• 1/2 teaspoon matcha powder

MODE OF APPLICATION:

• Mix the ingredients in a small container.


• Lightly wet your face to make application easier.


• Spread the honey all over your face with clean fingers.


• Leave on skin for at least 20 minutes, preferably up to 1 hour.


• Wash your face thoroughly with warm water and pat dry.

How to use it: Use this mask once or twice a week.

How it works: This mask is great for any skin type, but it's especially beneficial for mature skin because this Japanese ground matcha tea is full of anti-oxidants and anti-aging agents.

While honey cleanses the skin, matcha adds a significant antioxidant and anti-aging effect.

Green tea contains polyphenols that protect the skin from the sun's ultraviolet rays caused by ultraviolet radiation. It provides protection against such troubles as photo-formation and melanoma.

CONCLUSION

Manuka is the healthiest type of honey on the market. Feel its effect on yourself by making one of the masks, the recipes of which we wrote above.

It has powerful antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and healing properties that will help improve, protect, and balance your skin.

To get the most out of honey, make sure you buy Manuka honey with a badge - above 10+ UMF.

You can use Manuka honey to get rid of acne, clear acne scars, relieve dry skin by balancing its pH, treat dermatitis and keep your skin clear.

Mix it with the ingredients we wrote about - cinnamon, spirulina, rose water, matcha - to create great masks that work better than any commercial product you can buy in the store.

There are currently no restrictions on the use of Manuka honey as a face mask. So far, as the healthiest type of honey on the market, it has been proven to provide the best skin condition. Its effect lasts long enough and the health benefits of Manuka honey are definitely a treasure.