We’ve been testing DIY face masks, and this simple honey mask remains our go-to when our skin needs quick revival. It requires just a handful of kitchen ingredients but delivers incredible results.
Why These Ingredients Work
Raw Honey: Raw, unfiltered honey (or Manuka honey if you can splurge) contains enzymes and natural antibacterial properties that processed honey lacks. It's a natural humectant, drawing moisture into your skin while providing gentle exfoliation.
Cinnamon: A small amount increases blood flow to your skin, creating a natural flush while helping to clear acne-causing bacteria. The gentle warming sensation means it's working.
Lemon Juice: Brightens and helps fade dark spots. I've found fresh juice works better than bottled.
Frankincense Essential Oil: This is what elevates this mask from simple kitchen remedy to serious skincare. Frankincense has been used for centuries to regenerate skin cells and reduce scarring. It adds a meditative quality to the experience as well, while elevating the results.
What You'll Need:
2 tablespoons raw honey
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
3 drops frankincense essential oil
Small mixing bowl
Measuring spoons
How to Make It:
1. Measure honey into your bowl (room temperature honey is easier to work with)
2. Add cinnamon and stir until fully incorporated
3. Add lemon juice and mix
4. Drop in frankincense essential oil and fold into the mixture
That's it - simple, but effective.
How to Use It:
1. Start with a clean face
2. Apply the honey mixture evenly, avoiding your eyes
3. Leave on for 15-20 minutes
4. Rinse with warm water and pat dry
5. Follow with your usual moisturizer
Notes from Experience:
This mask won't harden like clay masks - it stays slightly tacky, which is normal.
The cinnamon creates a mild warming sensation that most people find pleasant, but if you have very sensitive skin, try a patch test first.
We keep any leftover mask in a small jar in the refrigerator for up to a week. The cold application feels especially good after a long day in the sun.
When to Use It:
- When your skin looks dull or tired
- After too much sun exposure (store it in the fridge for extra cooling)
- Weekly as preventative maintenance
- When you notice the beginning stages of a breakout
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Your Non-Toxic Beauty Team at Era of Nature
