When it comes to selecting honey for your skin, especially considering your dry skin and acne-concerns, the choice of honey can indeed make a difference. In Siddha-Ayurvedic perspective, each type of honey can have slightly different effects based on its properties and source.
For dry skin coupled with acne, raw honey is an excellent choice. It is less processed than the typical kinds you find at the store, retaining more of its natural enzymes which can help with moisturizing the skin and and offering antibacterial benefits, both of which are important for dealing with dryness and acne. Manuka honey is indeed beneficial because of its unique properties, especially its higher methylglyoxal content which boosts its antibacterial effects. However, for practical and budget reasons, good-quality raw or wildflower honey can also serve well.
Including honey in DIY face masks like with yogurt is a good approach since yogurt adds lactic acid for gentle exfoliation. Feel free to adjust your honey’s quantity on your mix so it’s not overly sticky but rather smooth and consistent. Keep in mind, any initial skin stickiness should wash away once rinsed, leaving your skin feeling soft.
Regarding redness on your cheeks, aim for soothing applications. Besides honey alone, you might combine it occasionally with turmeric for its anti-inflammatory properties. Apply the honey-mask for about 15-20 minutes, then rinse it off with lukewarm water. This duration ensures its properties penetrate without overly drying skin, aiding the redness and acne issues. Use a suitable amount, once or twice a week.
Consistency generally works best for skin care, so it’s advisable to stick to one type of honey for a couple weeks to monitor your skin’s response before trying others. Keep attentiveness to your prana life-force energy, balancing dosha levels for more comprehensive skin health. A healthy, integrous lifestyle, inclusive of diet, hydration and other self-care rituals, often complements topical treatments organically. If serious skin reactions develop, consulting with a dermatologist is advisable too.
