Benefits of adding honey to soap

The secret of my health is to put honey in and oil out,” is a quote attributed to the Greek philosopher and physician who lived to be 109 years old in the years 460-370 BC. It seems that Democritus would have gotten along well with the soap makers, even though she could have convinced him that honey was good to use inside and out.

Humectant and antimicrobial qualities of honey

But story aside, honey is actually a pretty remarkable liquid. Honey is primarily known for its humectant, a compound that attracts moisture to itself and helps retain moisture, and antimicrobial qualities. Of course, humectants are wonderful oil additives to lotions, scrubs, and other skin care products.

Honey's unique chemical makeup also makes it an effective antimicrobial agent. People have used it for centuries to treat minor burns and scrapes and to help treat sore throats and other bacterial infections. Whether you just want to use it in a tea or on a muffin, honey contains antioxidants, trace amounts of vitamins, so it's better for you than plain sugar