The genius ways you can use honey in your beauty regime for better hair, skin and nails

From their incredible hive communities, to the sweet honey they produce, to the integral role they play in our ecosystem, we love everything about bees. Honey is not only a sweet addition to our breakfast bowls, but honey is also a great topping to our beauty regime with its major antibacterial, humectant moisturising and antifungal benefits.

Thursday 20th May marks World Bee Day, And what better way to celebrate than trying our fun DIY ways to incorporate honey into your routine.

We’ve also rounded up the best beauty products that call upon the amazing benefits of honey, including Guerlain’s Abeille Royale skincare line, which contains sustainably sourced Black Bee Honey and Royal Jelly to nourish, protect and rejuvenate skin.

The bee is the brand's symbol, and in light of the fact extinction rates are 100 to 1000 times higher than normal, and the species is under threat, they're mobilising their communities to support this . The aim to raise up to one million euros for their Guerlain For Bees Conservation Programme. It features six partnerships and initiatives dedicated to the preservation and protection of bees, including the beekeeping entrepreneurship programme, Women for Bees, in partnership with UNESCO.

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Now for some DIY fun, here are a few of GLAMOUR’s favourite honey-based remedies to try now…

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For better lips: DIY sweet lip balm

Honey works wonders to soothe dry skin and chapped lips. Along with beeswax, it is a common ingredient in lip-loving balms and masks. To make your own version, mix one tablespoon of honey with three tablespoons of beeswax, and three to five tablespoons of oil (it can be almond, lavender, jojoba, or even sunflower) to achieve the preferred consistency of your balm. And remember, you're putting this on your skin, so make sure you buy raw honey, preferably organic and local.

For better complexion: DIY hydro-boosting moisturiser

Honey is a natural humectant, meaning it easily retains water by drawing moisture from the air. To make your own hydro-boosting moisturiser, simply apply raw honey as a face or body mask and let it sit for 15 to 20 minutes before washing off.

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For better hair: DIY natural balayage

Just like lemon, the enzymes in honey can clarify and brighten the complexion - and also the hair. The effect is super natural and works best on light-hair, but it does get results on darker hair, too - if you're patient.

If you're going for a shade blonder, choose yellow-coloured honey and mix with two tablespoons of lemon. If you're looking for caramel or red undertones, choose amber-like honey and mix with a good two spoons of cinnamon. Apply onto hair and leave it throughout the night (shower cap on, of course). The process may need to be repeated if you have dark hair.