Why Does Honey Pot Pads Burn?
Honeypot pads are pads or liners that are filled with honey and used to protect and soften the skin. A honeypot is sometimes used in the practice of Chinese medicine, as well as other topics of health and wellness. Honey offers multiple benefits to the body, however it also causes burning sensations when placed onto the skin in the form of a pad.
Health Benefits of Honey
Honey has been found to soothe and heal wounds, reduce inflammation, fight infection and protect the skin from environmental damage. These benefits lend themselves to the use of honey as a based in specialized healing pads or liners.
The Burning Sensation
The burning sensation that comes with using a honeypot pad can be attributed to several factors.
- Sugar Content: Honey is largely comprised of many types of sugars, and the high sugar content can cause a burning sensation when applied to the skin.
- Antioxidant Activity: The antioxidant activity in honey can generate small amounts of heat which can lead to the burning sensation.
- Foundation Type: The pad or liner material may not be suitable for use on certain skin types, and the material used can aggravate the skin leading to burning.
Additionally, honey can naturally contain small amounts of dust, pollen, allergens, and dead bees that can further irritate and sensitize the skin of certain individuals.
Although honeypot pads can trigger a burning sensation, the benefits of applying honey directly to the skin has been found to be beneficial to skin health, and honeypot pads can be formulated with pads and liners that are suitable to many skin types.
