​A recent study investigated the effects of honey-enriched hand creams on skin health, focusing on formulations containing 0%, 5%, 10%, and 15% multifloral honey. Over four weeks, 24 participants applied these creams to assess changes in skin moisturization, smoothness, and wrinkle reduction.​pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Key Findings:

• Enhanced Skin Moisturization: Honey-infused creams increased skin hydration by up to 29.7%, with higher honey concentrations yielding more significant results.​

• Improved Skin Smoothness: Participants experienced up to a 21.3% enhancement in skin smoothness after using honey-enriched creams.​

• Wrinkle Reduction: Notable reductions in wrinkle area (up to 21.4%) and mean wrinkle depth (up to 11.7%) were observed, suggesting honey's potential in anti-aging skincare.​pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

• User Satisfaction: Despite honey's natural stickiness, the creams were well-received, indicating successful formulation strategies to mitigate this issue.​

These findings support incorporating honey into skincare products to improve skin hydration and appearance. For a detailed understanding, you can access the full study here: Innovative Honey-Based Product and Its Beneficial Effects Measured by Modern Biophysical and Imaging Skin Techniques.