Honey isn't just a delicious sweetener: It turns out it's got some pretty neat skin care benefits too, thanks to its antioxidant and antimicrobial nature. A study published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology notes that honey is great at softening and soothing skin and even slowing down the formation of wrinkles. Other research points to honey's ability to speed up the healing of wounds, while yet other research points out that honey is good at preventing the growth of Propionibacterium acnes, a bacteria that causes acne.

So, since slathering your face in actual honey would be pretty messy, we're choosing to reap the stuff's skin care benefits in a better way: By stocking up on the following honey-infused skin care products.

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This nighttime serum packs a major punch, featuring a blend of lactic, glycolic, citrus, and fruit acids to exfoliate dead skin cells, fade dark spots, and minimize the look of lines, as well as willow bark (a natural source of salicylic acid), to shrink the appearance of pores. The proprietary blend of honey in the formula ensures skin is hydrated, so you never feel dry or flaky.

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Formulated with acacia honey, this facial cleanser works hard to get rid of makeup, dirt, and grime from the surface of your skin without leaving your face feeling tight or dry. While the texture quite literally feels like honey when you first apply it to your skin, it becomes a silky mousse when you add water.

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A DIY honey mask would leave your face feeling all sticky, so why not use a sheet mask instead? This one contains honey extract to deep-clean pores so you're left with brighter, smoother skin. During the summer months, pop the sheet mask into your fridge a couple hours before using it for a refreshing treat.

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Exfoliation is key for keeping skin smooth and radiant. This gentle scrub utilizes black sugar to exfoliate away dead skin cells and Manuka honey to soften your complexion. Plus, it smells divine!

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