INCI · humectant · CIR review pending · used in 6 products
Honey / Mel / Miel
Honey (also listed as Mel) is a bee-derived, supersaturated sugar solution with CAS # 8028-66-8. Approximately 95% of its dry weight is sugar, with the remaining 5% comprising proteins, amino acids, vitamins, enzymes, and minerals. It is considered one of the oldest skincare ingredients, with evidence of use dating back to around 4500 BC. Different floral sources yield honeys of varying composition and properties.
Evidence level
moderateEWG score
—Comedogenic
—Category
humectant● Benefits
Honey is highly moisturizing and possesses soothing and antioxidant properties due to its complex chemical composition. It demonstrates significant antibacterial and antifungal activity, and there is substantial empirical evidence supported by emerging scientific data that honey promotes the healing of wounds and burns.
hydratingsoothingantioxidantanti-acnebarrier-support
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