Manuka honey is extracted from nectar gathered from the Manuka Bush (Leptosermum scoparium plant) native to New Zealand and has many uses. It is cleaned and processed to ensure its purity. Because of its anti-bacterial activity it is often applied to serious infections caused by cuts and lacerations to the skin, even boils and other skin disorders can benefit from its application.
Doing a honey facial using manuka honey face gel applied directly to the skin, improves the quality of the skin because of the healing properties of the special enzymes in the honey; it also has amazing antioxidant and antibacterial properties.
Not all manuka honey ingredients in honey facial skin care products are equal! A special process is necessary to convert active manuka honey to powder for use in skin care creams without losing any of its active properties. Also research has found that active manuka honey from New Zealand has greater levels of antioxidants than any other type of honey and stimulates the immune system.
Scientists have discovered a special antibacterial property called the Unique Manuka Factor (UMF) only in certain types of manuka bushes from New Zealand. Honey that is confirmed to have a level of 10 UMF or more is given a rating and is referred to as ‘Active’. This honey when applied topically helps support the skins renewal process. The skin’s collagen becomes stronger, and is one of the factors responsible for our skins elasticity; the honey’s natural antioxidants also protect us from free radicals.
Manuka honey can be effective in healing minor skin problems such as dry cracked skin, dermatitis, acne, plus more serious skin conditions like psoriasis and eczema, it penetrates deep into the skin, rejuvenating it and helping it to look softer and younger. A New Zealand natural skin care company has combined active manuka honey with other naturally occurring ingredients to create a range of skin care creams.
Manuka Honey can be sourced from several manufacturers in New Zealand however one particular company uses it in many of the different skin creams they have available, particularly in their manuka honey face gel.
Because manuka honey has great healing and general skin care benefits, consider including it in your regular skin maintenance regime. There’s plenty of information on the Internet on manuka honey if you’re interested. The University of Waikato in New Zealand has a wealth of information and reports if you’re the technical type.
We all know how natural varieties of honey are good for us and can enhance our daily lives. If you haven’t tried a manuka honey facial yet, why not give one a try you might be pleasantly surprised.
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