Clear, glowing skin and thick, shiny hair –the ultimate dream of every girl and woman. However, nature has not given us all such a gift. Fortunately, today you can achieve the desired results without any problems in a fairly short time, fortunately there is a wide selection of cosmetics that help us take care of ourselves. But sometimes this diversity can play a cruel joke: it is so difficult to make a choice when the shelves of cosmetic stores are full of bright bottles from different manufacturers, and each of them promises a magical result. It is quite difficult to determine which product will be useful specifically for you without trying it on yourself. And there is not enough money or time to try everything. That is why folk remedies and recipes are becoming increasingly popular today, which have a number of undoubted advantages:
- cheap and affordable;
- the naturalness of all components (you decide what to use, see for yourself, what quality products you choose);
- a huge variety of combinations and variations of recipes, which makes it possible to pick the perfect care that will suit your skin and hair.
In this article we will tell you about usefulcosmetic properties of honey and cinnamon. They are widely used in "home cosmetology" for facial skin and hair care and have a long list of advantages.
The benefits of honey for the beauty and health of the skin and hair
First, let's talk about the benefits of honey forskin. It is safe to say that one of the surest ways to achieve radiant skin is regular use of honey masks. The most important effect of this product is that it perfectly retains moisture in the skin, and moisture is the source of life and youth, it allows the skin to be elastic and beautiful, prevents the appearance of wrinkles. Even in ancient times, the healing properties of honey for female beauty were known, but only representatives of wealthy families had the opportunity to use them. Today, this natural product is part of many cosmetics. It is also important that honey is a real natural antioxidant, protecting our body from free radicals, and also has an antimicrobial effect, protects the skin from ultraviolet radiation, which is especially important on sunny summer days. Honey also acts as an excellent cleanser in the fight against acne, helps maintain the natural fat balance of the skin and very delicately cleanses pores, allowing them to "breathe". This natural product is also used as a lip balm, it moisturizes delicate skin and prevents it from drying out and cracking, especially in cold and windy weather. Honey is widely used in hair care. Its healing properties are that it is rich in B vitamins, zinc, manganese, iodine, magnesium and other substances that are essential for hair. The effect of honey on hair is:
Useful properties of cinnamon
Cinnamon is used not only in cooking, but alsoin cosmetology. This is due to the fact that it has a positive effect on the restoration of hair and facial skin. Masks based on it will help get rid of dandruff, activate hair growth. It is very useful due to the essential oils, vitamins A, C and B1, potassium, zinc and iron that are included in its composition. As for skin care, cinnamon masks allow you to normalize your complexion, increase blood circulation, improve elasticity and maintain youth and beauty.
Effective masks with honey and cinnamon for the face
The greatest efficiency from useful propertiesthese two products are achieved precisely by their combined use for skin and hair care. Below you will find recipes for masks that will allow you to make your skin radiant and your hair shiny. Mask for skin elasticity To make a mask of cinnamon and honey for skin elasticity, you need to add 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder and the same amount of olive or vegetable oil to 2 teaspoons of honey. For normal skin, you need to put 1 tablespoon of low-fat yogurt or low-fat sour cream, and for oily skin, replace them with egg white. Apply the resulting gruel to the skin of the face for 15 minutes, then rinse it with warm water. Mask with honey and cinnamon to improve complexion For this, you can use the same recipe as the previous mask, only replace the yogurt (or sour cream) with 1 tablespoon of oatmeal and add a little warm milk (to make a gruel). Apply this mixture to your face with massaging movements, leave it on for 10 minutes, then rinse with warm water. Toner for all skin types Cinnamon can also be used as a toner for all skin types. To do this, dissolve a spoonful of cinnamon powder in 1 glass of water at room temperature. Wipe your face with the resulting toner every morning. The prepared product can be stored in a cool place for a week. Anti-acne masks Masks with cinnamon and honey are used to combat acne and remove traces of them. For the first mask, mix 1 tablespoon of honey and half a teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Apply the mask before bed for 15-20 minutes. To remove traces and spots from acne, you can prepare the following mask with honey and cinnamon: 1 teaspoon of honey, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon (can be replaced with 2 drops of cinnamon essential oil). The mask is applied to problem areas and left for 20-30 minutes, then washed off with warm water. To achieve a pronounced effect, you need to use this mask at least once every 2 days. You can also apply it to the entire face to improve the health of the skin, but in this case, the mixture should not be kept on for longer than 10 minutes. Lotion for sensitive skin For gentle care of sensitive skin, you can make a milk lotion with honey and cinnamon. But for this recipe, you will not need ground cinnamon, but the product in sticks. Pour 1 cinnamon stick with half a glass of milk and put on low heat. The milk should warm up, but not boil. Add 2 tablespoons of honey to the resulting broth, and the lotion is ready. Wipe the skin of the face with the resulting lotion 2 times a day or, using it as a mask, leave for half an hour.
Masks with cinnamon and honey for hair
It is well known that masks with cinnamon and honeyhave a number of properties useful for hair: they strengthen hair, preventing hair loss, make it stronger and thicker. So, for strengthening weak or damaged hair, the following recipe is good: 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of honey, 1 yolk, 2 tablespoons of olive oil (if hair is oily, do not use oil), 2 tablespoons of yogurt. Apply the mixture evenly to the hair and leave for 20 minutes, then rinse the hair thoroughly along the entire length with warm water. For the care of hair prone to oiliness, a mixture of 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1 yolk and 1 teaspoon of jojoba oil is suitable. The resulting mass is applied to the entire length of the hair and rubbed into the roots, you can keep it for up to 1 hour, then rinse the hair thoroughly with warm (not hot) water and shampoo. A mask of cinnamon and honey will help to cope with hair loss. It consists of 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1 tablespoon of warm oil (olive or vegetable) and a few drops of vitamin E. This product is rubbed into the hair roots for 10-15 minutes. With regular use (every week), it not only stops hair loss, but also makes it more voluminous and thick. Cinnamon essential oil is used to accelerate hair growth. It "awakens" inactive hair follicles and thus makes hair thicker and more voluminous. This mask is suitable for any type of hair. The doses of the components given are calculated for normal hair. For oily or dry hair, you need to slightly change the ratio of ingredients, choosing the best option for you. To prepare this magical hair mask, you will need the following ingredients: 3 tablespoons of honey, 3 teaspoons of cinnamon powder, 1 teaspoon of coconut oil, 1 tablespoon of macadamia oil, 4 drops of cinnamon essential oil. Preparation begins with melting the coconut oil in a water bath, gradually stirring in the honey until a homogeneous mass is obtained. Then add the cinnamon powder. In a separate container, mix the macadamia oil and cinnamon oil (be careful when handling undiluted essential oils and make sure that they do not come into contact with the skin). Then combine the 2 mixtures and apply the warm mask to the hair (preferably damp after washing). Wrap your head in a towel or put on a shower cap so that the heat activates the action of the mask components. After 30-40 minutes, rinse your hair. After just a few uses, you will notice that your hair has become thicker and fluffier. And the pleasant aroma of cinnamon will be a great bonus. Finally, a few more words about honey and cinnamon. They are often called a "sweet couple" in cosmetology, and this is not surprising, because this combination is widely used not only for facial skin and hair care, but also for weight loss, weight normalization, treatment of digestive problems, heart disease, insect bites and even toothache relief. Using this sweet and spicy duet for beauty and health, do not forget that moderation is good in everything, do not immediately attack your body "on all fronts", start small, using one face mask, wait for the effect and then use the following recipes. Be healthy and beautiful! We recommend reading:
