Dry, Itchy Skin? This Sticky Little Trick Works!

If your skin constantly feels dry, tight, itchy, or like it has a mind of its own—especially with eczema in the mix—I completely get it. The discomfort. The endless trying. The expensive jars promising miracles that end up gathering dust. Been there.

Sometimes, when nothing else feels gentle enough, I go back to something simple. Something that’s been in my mom bag for years: honey.
Yes—real, raw, sticky honey.

It Started With Boo-Boos and Bandages

When my son was younger, I used honey on his scrapes and minor cuts. It helped calm the skin and speed up healing. Honestly, the only complaint? Sometimes it stuck to the bandage a little too well (he was not a fan). But it worked. And I filed that little “aha moment” away.

Fast-forward to adulthood, and now I keep a tiny jar of buckwheat honey right in my bathroom vanity. If I feel a breakout trying to introduce itself? Dab. When a dry eczema patch starts creeping in? Dab. It’s become my quiet little skin whisperer.

So... What Makes Honey Worth Trying?

Here’s the thing about honey—it’s not just some internet trend or ancient beauty myth. It actually has properties that support exactly the kind of skin that drives us up the wall.

If you’re dealing with eczema-prone, sensitive, or just chronically dry skin, listen to this:

• Honey pulls moisture into the skin. It’s a natural humectant. That means it hydrates without feeling heavy or greasy.
• It helps reduce inflammation. If your skin is red, angry, or flaring up, honey’s anti-inflammatory goodness helps take things down a notch.
• It has antibacterial properties. Eczema flare-ups often come with tiny cracks in the skin, and that’s when bacteria loves to swoop in. Honey helps create a cleaner, safer environment.
• It supports healing. It’s not a miracle, but it can help calm the chaos when your skin’s freaking out.

Pro-tip: Just don't use it on open sores or broken skin. Keep it for dry, flaky patches—not full-on flare-ups.

Why Buckwheat Honey Is My Favorite

There are so many types of honey out there, but buckwheat honey is the one I trust most. It’s darker, richer, and packed with more antioxidants. It’s the strong, silent type—thick, a little earthy, and so good for reactive skin.

That’s why we use it in our Body Wash. Because showering shouldn’t make your skin feel worse. It should leave you feeling clean, calm, and comfortable in your own skin—without that squeaky-tight, stripped feeling.

Here’s How I Use Honey (No Kitchen DIYs Required)

Let me be clear: I’m not out here making honey masks in a mixing bowl. I like my routines simple and quick—especially when my skin is in “do not touch me” mode.

Here’s what works:

• Blemish control: A dab of honey on a breakout at bedtime. It calms it down without drying it out.
• Eczema patch relief: When my skin starts flaking or itching, I’ll gently pat on a little honey, let it sit for a bit, then rinse. My skin feels calmer almost immediately.
• Daily care: I use our buckwheat-infused body wash in the shower to gently cleanse without stripping my skin. It’s my no-fuss, skin-soothing go-to.

Skin That Feels Good Is a Big Deal

When your skin is acting up, it’s not just a surface issue. It can mess with your mood, your confidence, and how you show up in the world. I know that discomfort—the kind that makes you dread getting dressed, that distracts you all day long, that makes you question every single product in your routine.

So when I find something that actually helps, something safe, simple, and trusted—I stick with it. Literally.

Want to Try the Honey Trick (Without the Mess)?

Start with our buckwheat honey-infused Body Wash. It’s made for dry, sensitive skin like yours, and it gives you all the moisture, calm, and care without the sticky cleanup.

Because taking care of your skin shouldn’t feel like a science experiment. It should feel like comfort.