How to Choose the Best Honey For Aging Skin by:Dorothy A. Pela

Who can argue the fact that honey for aging skin is a match made in heaven

? I dare you; just type the word "honey" on any search engine on the internet and you will be flooded with tons of information about its wonderful properties and its miraculous effects on aging skin.

In this article, I will first give you a brief overview of these properties and how they are related to skin care. Then I will introduce you to a special type which will do wonders for your skin.

The properties of this amazing substance are briefly the following:

1. It is hygroscopic, meaning that, when exposed to the air, it naturally absorbs moisture from the air. Apart from other healing benefits, this property makes it an ideal ingredient in skin care products, as it helps keep skin hydrated and fresh. Thus, some people call it a natural "humectant", as it attracts and retains moisture.

2. It is also antibacterial. It contains an enzyme that produces hydrogen peroxide, a known antiseptic which prohibits the growth of certain bacteria. In such a way, it helps keep the skin clean and healthy.

3. Lastly, it is a powerful source of antioxidants. As you probably know, the damaging activity of the free radicals (large molecules) on skin cells is one of the primary factors for our skin aging. Production of free radicals is especially accelerated, when we expose our bare skin to the sun for prolonged periods of time.

In general, honey's natural antioxidant and anti-microbial properties help to protect the skin from the damage of the sun's rays, supports the skin's ability to rejuvenate and refresh depleted skin, leaving it feeling silky soft and supple.

Now, there are different types, with varying degrees of potency. One type which, according to results taken from scientific studies, is recommended to be the best for aging skin, is Manuka.

This is produced by bees that gather nectar from the flowers that grow on the Manuka bush, a plant indigenous to New Zealand. As mentioned above, studies have shown that it contains very powerful antibacterial, antioxidant and moisturizing properties.

When compared to the standard variety, Manuka honey is much more superior, being much more potent. In particular, while the standard type loses its effectiveness when exposed to heat or light, this one is much more resilient and stable.

If you feel you would like more information about skin care ingredients to help you choose the suitable product for your skin, visit my website.

About the author

Dorothy A. Pela has been using and researching about natural skin care products for a long time. Visit her site now to learn everything you need to know about the latest breakthroughs in natural skin care: http://www.all-about-skin-care.com/.

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