Why Manuka Honey is the Must-Have Beauty Ingredient

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We caught up with Living Nature, one of the few companies in the world to produce only 100% natural products, to find out why Manuka Honey is a beauty must-have. Rich in nutrients, including anti-ageing antioxidants, Active Manuka Honey helps hydrate, nourish, rejuvenate and protect skin, naturally. It’s also scientifically proven to promote healing of broken skin, and even deeper wounds, by stimulating the immune system, promoting cell metabolism and aiding rapid repair of damaged tissue. Active Manuka Honey also possesses a unique antibacterial action as well as powerful antimicrobial, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, which are highly beneficial for the health and beauty of the skin. manuka honey Manuka Oil has been revered by the Maori people of New Zealand for centuries for its natural healing properties. Extracted from the Manuka Plant, Manuka Oil also possesses naturally potent antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, amongst others, which modern research confirms combats the micro-organisms that cause many common skin irritations and infections. Recent studies at the Cawthron Institute in New Zealand have proven Manuka Oil as effective against 39 separate micro-organisms, including the bacteria that cause acne and MRSA. living nature skincare Living Nature’s certified natural Manuka Honey Gel can be best described as nature’s first aid for the skin! Highly effective in its action, yet gentle on the skin, this potent ultra-soothing gel contains restorative Active Manuka Honey and protective Manuka Oil to help cleanse, soothe and heal damaged skin. For best results, apply a small amount of Living Nature Manuka Honey Gel to the affected area and re-apply regularly throughout the day. Living Nature

Benefits of Manuka Honey

Cuts & Grazes: apply a small amount regularly to broken skin to help prevent infection and promote healing. Insect Bites: dab the bite immediately to help calm the irritation and reduce the desire to scratch! Prickly Heat: smooth gently over the affected area to help reduce the heat of irritated skin and ease inflammation. Skin Irritations: Manuka Honey Gel helps calm, soothe and repair irritated skin whether an allergic reaction to a particular substance or resulting from contact with vegetation such as goosegrass or stinging nettles. Minor Sunburn: apply Manuka Honey Gel immediately after over-exposure to the sun and let the curative actions of this all-natural gel cool and calm hot, red skin. Cold Sores: the potent combination of antimicrobial Active Manuka Honey and Manuka Oil tackles troublesome cold sores fast! Blisters: apply this curative gel to broken skin to help promote healing; it also helps reduce the fluid inside a blister. Spots: Manuka Honey Gel is a great spot treatment, helping rid the skin of unwanted blemishes, pimples and even acne. Dab troublesome spots regularly to help keep skin clear. Shaving Rash: super-soothing Manuka Honey Gel works wonders to calm skin after hair removal, whether waxing, epilating or shaving; it even possesses the special ability to draw out the hair naturally!

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