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Honey Extract – Benefits, Side Effects & Uses

by ThankMeNow Editors on Sep 10, 2025
Honey Extract is often categorized as a simple humectant, but its true biological value comes from its natural content of Gluconic Acid. In high-quality extracts, this mild organic acid acts as a gentle surface-pH regulator. Unlike harsher acids, Gluconic Acid works in tandem with honey’s natural sugars to support the skin’s acid mantle, keeping the surface environment slightly acidic—the ideal state for healthy microbiome diversity. This makes Honey Extract more than just a "moisturizer"; it is a micro-environment stabilizer. By keeping the pH balanced and providing a prebiotic-like influence through its oligosaccharides, Honey Extract helps the skin maintain its own natural defenses against redness and irritation before they start.