Can honey and cinnamon treat acne?

Before going to see a dermatologist, some people have turned to natural remedies to clear up acne, including using honey and cinnamon. The following article introduces the method of acne treatment with honey and cinnamon, so that from here you can refer and consider the advantages and disadvantages of this method.

Acne occurs when the hair follicles on the surface of the skin become clogged with excess oil and dead skin cells. While you can get pimples almost anywhere on your body, acne is most common on your face, chest, and back. Acne not only affects the aesthetic factor, causing discomfort, but also affects your mood and confidence.
Unfortunately, acne doesn't always go away quickly. Some acne spots heal and then others emerge, some bruises, and can even leave permanent acne scars if left untreated.
Besides the technological, over-the-counter and prescription treatments, there are still some natural methods to clear acne, such as honey and cinnamon powder.

In terms of health and beauty, honey and cinnamon offer the following benefits:
Soothes conditions such as dermatitis or burns. Raw honey has a variety of medicinal uses. Both cinnamon and honey have strong antibacterial properties. Raw honey is also considered an effective way to treat a number of skin diseases such as sores, skin fungus, eczema, psoriasis, burns thanks to its strong antibacterial properties. In addition, it also helps fight inflammation and provides a moist environment suitable for wound healing.
However, it should be noted that not all types of honey bring the same great benefits as above, especially those that are popularly sold in supermarkets and grocery stores. Only raw, unprocessed raw honey (e.g. Manuka honey) is the best choice to help you with honey acne.
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Cinnamon is often used to treat respiratory, digestive and even gynecological ailments. In some recent medical investigations, cinnamon has been shown to have antibacterial, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, it may also have wound healing properties.
Like honey, there is only one type of cinnamon that brings the most benefits to the skin. It is called Cinnamomum zeylanicum or "true cinnamon".

Although most people can apply a honey and cinnamon face mask without any problems, there are still people who are sensitive to either ingredient. If you have a history of allergies to pollen, celery, or other bee-related products, there's a good chance you'll also experience a reaction when you apply honey to your skin.
Symptoms may include:
Difficulty swallowing. Inflammation of the skin. Itchy. Short of breath. Skin swelling. Wheezing or other breathing problems. If you are allergic to cinnamon, applying cinnamon to your skin can also cause redness and irritation. The advice is not to treat acne with honey and cinnamon if you have a history of being or are allergic to these two substances.

There are many mask recipes and skin treatments based on honey and cinnamon ingredients. Many beauty experts have recognized the cleansing effect of these two ingredients. For example, Beauty Blogger Michelle Phan has a video tutorial to make a very simple honey and cinnamon mask as follows:
Step 1: Prepare 3 tablespoons of Manuka honey and 1 teaspoon of real cinnamon. Step 2: Mix these two ingredients together. Step 3: Put the mixture in the microwave for 30 seconds. Don't let it get too hot. Step 4: Sweep the mixture onto your face. Let stand for 10 minutes. Step 5: Wash your face with water and dry your face with a clean towel.

Although many people have treated acne with cinnamon powder and honey effectively at home, not all cases bring satisfactory results. If you still decide to try the honey and cinnamon face mask, remember:
Choose raw raw honey. Use real cinnamon. Do a skin test before applying the mask. (This will help you determine if you have an adverse reaction to the mask ingredients.) If natural acne remedies don't make your acne go away, don't hesitate to see a dermatologist for an in-depth examination and consultation. There are many other ways to help you achieve clean, smooth and acne-free skin.
Dermatology Department - Vinmec International General Hospital always receives and handles all skin problems, including acne, eczema, allergies.... Examination and treatment always performed by a team of highly qualified doctors combined with safe pharmaceuticals and techniques, ensuring the best improvement in acne.

Reference source: Healthline.com