Whilst we specialise in the sale and use of human hair and synthetic wigs, taking care of the natural hair and scalp underneath is vital, whether you use wigs occasionally or every day. When it comes to hair care, natural is always best, and what’s more natural than something produced by wildlife and perfectly edible?
Infused with natural goodness, the honey lurking in your kitchen cupboard unlocks several benefits for the hair and scalp. Here we share just some of the plus points of making honey a part of your hair and scalp care routine.
Honey is naturally antibacterial, anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory, properties that actively support the health and well-being of the skin on your head. Whether used on the scalp or the rest of the body, honey can ease a variety of skin conditions, including psoriasis and acne.
With skin infections a leading cause of temporary hair loss, honey’s anti-microbial qualities are also certain to come in handy on your road to recovery as Medical News Today details:
“One of the most widely recognized properties of honey is its ability to help fight against skin infections. According to one review, many in vitro studies support the idea that honey has antimicrobial properties. The same review states that Manuka honey from New Zealand helps with healing wounds. Several countries, including the United States, have approved honey in medications for healing wounds.”
Those antibacterial, anti-fungal, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties provide more than just great relief and healing for skin conditions and infections. When used on the scalp and hair, honey offers a vital defence against dandruff. It also relieves the irritation and inflammation that’s often part and parcel of dandruff to ensure a solution for the long term.
Honey has long been used to speed up wound healing, with the sweet, sticky stuff used throughout history as well as more recently in Western medicine. Its superior healing effects have even proved beneficial for accelerating healing and relieving pain in burn victims.
If you are looking to use honey to heal and repair your scalp, remember quality matters. Not all honey was created equal, with medical-grade Manuka honey the recommended product for healing and repair.
The sugar content of honey may be a concern when adding this ingredient to your diet but it works wonders for the hair and scalp. As a natural humectant – a hygroscopic, water-absorbing and attracting agent that effectively preserves moisture – you’re one step away from a healthy, hydrated scalp.
Your hair will also reap these moisture-laden rewards, with honey effectively moisturising and strengthening strands from root to tip. Honey is the ultimate hair conditioner, making it a popular, all-natural hair mask or emollient for those with thinning hair. With stronger strands, you’re less likely to suffer breakages and damage. Better hair and scalp health also mean reduced shedding. Your hair will look more hydrated too, encouraging that healthy shine that you only see in magazines and TV commercials
