Sweet Skin: How to Use Honey from Your Kitchen for a Natural Glow
Posted by: The Honey Chestnut Collective
Mindful Living | Natural Beauty | Self-Care from the Inside Out
Let’s talk about one of the sweetest secrets already in your kitchen cabinet: Honey!
We’ve always loved it for tea, toast, and soothing sore throats—but this sticky, golden beauty goes way beyond breakfast. Honey is a natural healer, moisturizer, and skin-loving multitasker that works beautifully across most skin types. No fuss, no fillers—just pure, simple care from nature.
The Buzz Behind Honey’s Skin Benefits
Here’s why your skin will fall in love with it:
Hydration: Honey is a natural humectant, which means it draws moisture into the skin and helps lock it in.
Acne-Fighting Power: Thanks to its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, it helps calm blemishes and reduce redness.
Gentle Exfoliation + Anti-Aging: It’s full of antioxidants that help your skin repair itself while smoothing texture over time.
Simple Ways to Use Honey in Your Skincare Ritual
You don’t need a shelf full of fancy serums to treat your skin right. Just a spoonful of honey and a few kitchen staples can make magic.
The Glow Mask
Apply a thin layer of raw honey to clean, damp skin. Let it sit for 10–15 minutes, rinse with warm water, and pat dry. That’s it. Pure hydration, softness, and a subtle glow.
Try it with Nature Nate’s Raw Honey or Wedderspoon Manuka Honey for the most benefits.
The Soothing Acne Spot Fix
Mix 1 teaspoon of honey with a pinch of ground cinnamon (like this organic one). Dab onto blemishes and let it sit for 10–15 minutes before rinsing. Just be gentle—cinnamon can be strong for sensitive skin.
The Softening Scrub
Combine equal parts honey and sugar (white or brown). Massage gently into damp skin in slow circles, then rinse. It’s the easiest way to reveal smooth, happy skin.
Need a pantry restock? Wholesome Organic Sugar is a good, clean pick.
The Calming Oatmeal Mask
Blend up a tablespoon of oats (try Bob’s Red Mill) and mix with honey and a splash of milk or water. Apply to your face, leave for 15–20 minutes, and rinse with care. Your skin will feel soft, cool, and nourished.
Which Honey Is Best for Skincare?
Go for raw, unfiltered, or manuka honey. These types retain all the natural enzymes and nutrients your skin loves.
We love a good jar or organic honey for it’s many beneits!
A few faves:
Nature Nate’s Raw & Unfiltered Honey
The best part about using honey in your skincare? It’s clean, simple, and deeply connected to the Earth. You know exactly what you’re putting on your skin—and that feels good.
So next time you’re sipping your honey lemon tea or drizzling it over breakfast, set a little aside for your skin too. You deserve that kind of sweetness.
Tried one of these? Tag us @thehoneychestnut and share your honey moment!
Bonus: Honey + Turmeric Glow Mask Recipe.
Before you go—here’s one last treat for your skin (and soul):
Golden Honey Glow Mask
This mask is perfect for dull or tired skin and helps brighten while calming redness.
1 teaspoon raw honey
½ teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon plain Greek yogurt or aloe gel
How to Use:
Mix all ingredients in a small bowl. Apply a thin, even layer to clean, dry skin. Let sit for 10–15 minutes, then rinse off with warm water and a soft cloth. Follow with your favorite light moisturizer.
💡 Tip: Turmeric can stain light fabrics—use a dark towel for removal!
Tried one of these? Tag us @thehoneychestnutcollective and share your honey moment!
