Image : Cinnamon and Honey
Cinnamon is most widely known for its healing essential oils. According to an article on StyleCraze, cinnamon has been used for centuries in Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine as a natural cure to many diseases. It is native to Sri Lanka and India, and hence I have been familiar with its amazing skincare properties as I was growing up in these two countries
The article states that cinnamon can be used as a skin purifier to combat acne, pimples and other blemishes. Cinnamon draws out moisture and increases blood and oxygen flow to the surface of the skin. This makes the healing process for acne scars in particular much faster.
Antifungal and antibacterial properties not only prevent skin infections, but also further enhance complexion.
Moreover, cinnamon can also be used as a part of a scrub to soothe and remove dry skin. Antioxidants in this miracle spice keeps skin looking young and healthy. An article by Beautymunsta elaborates on cinnamons anti-aging properties that restore luster and decrease lines and wrinkles.
If you are active on any form of social media, you probably know if the Kylie Jenner lip plumping phase that drove the internet nuts. No fear- cinnamon to the rescue! Cinnamon moisturizes, exfoliates and plumps lips naturally without all the chemicals of the expensive lip plumpers at Sephora. (You’re welcome).
The medicinal properties of cinnamon go hand in hand with those of honey. Honey is also antibacterial and anti inflammatory. Antioxidants in honey can give your skin a major complexion boost and unclog your pores. Another article by StyleCraze lists the plethora of health and skin benefits of honey, including its ability to fight acne, moisturize skin and eliminate warts and wrinkles. No wonder honey is referred to as the “nectar of the gods” in Indian mythology!
So now that I’ve hopefully convinced you of the magical properties of cinnamon and honey, I hope you’re excited for a yummy cinnamon and honey face mask that’s coming your way in the next post from a special, insta-famous guest blogger!
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