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Did you know that honey provides soothing and moisturizing benefits for your skin? Honey can be found in a variety of Korean beauty products, from toners and face masks to serums and face creams. Besides soothing benefits, it also has antibacterial properties and is known to heal active acne as well as acne scars.
Curious about honey? Keep reading to learn how this ingredient can help your skin and which honey-infused products are worth adding to your skin care routine:
What does honey do for your skin?
Treats acne and fades hyperpigmentation
Since honey provides antibacterial benefits, skin care products formulated with this ingredient are perfect for healing acne and preventing new ones from forming. It’s also great for fading hyperpigmentation.
If you have acne-prone skin or dark spots, consider using honey-infused products in your daily regimen, or using a honey mask as a spot treatment.
Nourishes skin
Effective for deep skin nourishment, honey is your skin’s best friend, especially if you want supple and glowing skin throughout winter.
Improves skin tone and texture
Want to even out your skin tone? Look no further as honey can improve both skin tone and texture. It’s a gentle exfoliant that helps remove buildup and dead skin cells, revealing a softer and smoother complexion.
What skin types suit honey-infused products?
Honey doesn’t just benefit those with dry or blemish-prone skin. It’s suitable for all skin types including sensitive skin.
10 honey-infused products to add to your routine:
BANILA CO
Miss Flower & Mr Honey Cream
BANILA CO’s Miss Flower & Mr Honey Cream is packed with six honey extracts, including honey, beeswax, royal jelly, honey butter, honey high drop and propolis. Use this day and night, especially during winter, and you’ll have soft, smooth and nourished skin.
I’m from
Honey Mask
This Honey Mask is a cult favorite for a reason. Formulated with pure honey, propolis, bee venom, macadamia nut oil, jojoba seed oil, hazelnut oil and sunflower seed, the mask provides a nourishing experience while tightening pores and treating blemishes.
I’m from
Honey Glow Cream
Fans of I’m from’s Honey Mask are likely to love the brand’s Honey Glow Cream even more. After rinsing the mask off, apply this moisture-boosting cream to comfort dry or dull skin. The cream moisturizes the skin, protects it from external environmental stressors, improves its elasticity and adds radiance. What more could you ask for?
COSRX
Ultimate Moisturizing Honey Overnight Mask
With key ingredients like propolis extract, allantoin and herbal extracts, the Ultimate Moisturizing Honey Overnight Mask from COSRX not only moisturizes and nourishes skin while you sleep, but also soothes tired or stressed skin. You can also use it as a wash-off mask or a regular moisturizer if you have dry skin.
NEOGEN
Dermalogy Real Polish Honey and Sugar
NEOGEN’s Dermalogy Real Polish Honey and Sugar is comprised of propolis, brown sugar and natural oils. This scrub gently exfoliates skin without stripping away its moisture. Use it at least once a week for brighter and softer skin.
SKINFOOD
Food Mask
Try SKINFOOD’s Food Mask (#01 Honey Sugar) and you might fall in love with it after one use. This wash-off mask is the perfect addition to your weekly mask sessions. It gently gets rid of dead skin cells and leaves your skin feeling softer every time.
A’PIEU
Honey & Milk Lip Sleeping Pack
Do your lips need intense nourishment? Leave it to A’PIEU to make them soft and moisturized. Apply the Honey & Milk Lip Sleeping Mask every night to prevent dry or chapped lips not just in winter but throughout all seasons.
FRUDIA
Blueberry Hydrating Honey Lip Balm
For a lightweight lip treatment, go for FRUDIA’s Blueberry Hydrating Honey Lip Balm. Infused with honey and blueberry extracts, this hydrating lip balm is the perfect match for dry lips. It also contains vegan collagen to instantly plump your lips!
Abib
Mild Acidic pH Sheet Mask
Your skin will thank you for trying a honey-infused sheet mask like the Mild Acidic pH Sheet Mask from Abib. The Honey Fit strengthens the skin barrier and gives parched skin a mega dose of hydration, making it ideal for dry or dehydrated skin or if you have a compromised skin barrier.
Papa Recipe
Bombee Honey Mask
Papa Recipe offers three varieties of honey sheet masks including Bombee Honey Mask, Bombee Black Honey Mask and Bombee Whitening Honey Mask. The Bombee Honey Mask is soaked with honey essence and propolis extract that hydrate, soothe and refresh skin. Use it daily to achieve a youthful, dewy glow.