Your Natural Alternatives - Health and Beauty

Honey Cleansing Scrub	Mix 1 tablespoon of honey with 2 tablespoons finely ground almonds and 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice. Rub gently onto face. Rinse off with warm water.
Firming Face Mask	Whisk together 1 tablespoon honey, 1 egg white, 1 teaspoon glycerin (available at drug and beauty stores) and enough flour to form a paste (approximately 1/4 cup). Smooth over face and throat. Leave on 10 minutes. Rinse off with warm water.
Hair Conditioner	Mix 1/2 cup honey and 1/4 cup olive oil. (Use 2 tablespoons oil for normal hair.) Work a small amount at a time through hair until coated. Cover hair with a shower cap; leave on 30 minutes. Remove shower cap; shampoo well and rinse. Dry as normal.
Facial Toner	In blender, puree 1 tablespoon honey with a peeled, cored apple. Smooth over face; leave on 15 minutes. Rinse with cool water.
Moisture Mask	Mix 2 tablespoons honey with 2 teaspoons milk. Smooth over face and throat. Leave on 10 minutes. Rinse off with warm water.
Smoothing Skin Lotion	-Mix 1 teaspoon honey with 1 teaspoon vegetable oil and 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice. Rub into hands, elbows, heels and anywhere that feels dry. Leave on 10 minutes. Rinse off with water.
Skin Softening Bath	Add 1/4 cup honey to bath water for a fragrant, silky bath.
Hair Shine	Stir 1 teaspoon honey into 4 cups (1 quart) warm water. Blondes may wish to add a squeeze of lemon. After shampooing, pour mixture through hair. Do not rinse out. Dry as normal.

Eye Soother	To soothe sore, tired and itchy eyes and ease eye strain, add a few drops of honey to a table spoon of water and place a few drops into eye. This works wonderfully well to acclimate eyes to local allergens if you use honey that is produced locally!
Beautifully Smooth Hands	Mix 1 tablespoon honey and one tablespoon of olive oil. Before your retire for the night, smooth mixture over hands, paying attention to knuckles and sides of fingers. Cover hands with white cotton gloves. Rinse off with cool water when you wake up!
Sore Throat Soother	Mince two or three cloves of fresh garlic. Mix minced garlic with one/half cup of honey, pressing the minced garlic against the sides of the container with back of a spoon to release the essence. Cover with plastic wrap and set aside for a little while to allow the flavors to mingle. Take one - two teaspoonsful throughout the day and night, or whenever throats feels scratchy or dry. Best to mix up fresh batches, but can be refrigerated .
Quick Energy Booster	Combine the following ingredients: one quart of fresh water, two tablespoons of honey, one tablespoon of Apple Cider Vinegar and drink mixture for a quick energy booster. Place in a squeeze drink bottle for a refreshing drink when out bikeriding, walking, jogging or participating in any outdoor activity.

Disclaimer: The information presented is for information purposes only. It is based on scientific studies or traditional usage. Consult a health care professional before using supplements or making any changes in prescription medications. The information and statements contained herein are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any dis-ease.