Dark Circle Q & A's plus our EASY skin tightening DIY!

We love having you join us for Tea with BEE23 Mondays at 3 PM on our IG LIVE @bee23naturalbeauty! We made sure to post a recap of your product and skin Q & A's, along with the easy apple cider vinegar DIY.

Q. How do I put on my Hotty Balm?

A. After taking a shower or cleansing your face with water, pat your skin dry with a clean towel. In the morning, take several small pea-size amounts of your favourite Hotty Balm, warm it in your fingers and gently smooth it on your face. In the evening, you can use more for the night and pat it into your face for extra absorption. The Hotty Balm will melt into your hands - it has a dewy, moist and soft texture but not overly greasy which makes it perfect for any fragile skin areas on your and it feels like it fills in the lines like a primer, keeping your skin feeling nice and smooth. 

Q. Can I use it around my eyes?

A. Yes you can! Hotty Balm was designed especially for wrinkles and maturing skin, specifically around the eyes. It does not contain water, therefore it does not have the synthetic chemicals, persevering agents, alcohols and/or butylated compounds a lot of skincare products have that may cause dermatitis and other inflammatory skin issues for sensitive, such as around the eyes. It is perfect to use as a night cream and it is known to brighten the skin. 

Q.Will it help with dark circles and bags under my eyes?

A. Ingredients such as beeswax and shea butter are anti-inflammatory and reduce swelling, thus tightening the skin - perfect for those pesky bags and puffiness around your eyes. Specifically, the Mature to Dry Hotty Balm is formulated with rose and frankincense essential oils which are especially good for brightening the skin. Unfortunately, dark circles are a result of internal deficiencies within your body - sleep, vitamins, minerals, genetics etc. There is no external quick fix to solve these issues and we must also care for our bodies on a holistic scale to ensure the inside of our body is as healthy as our skin. TIP: Use organic bouillon soup cubes as a way to help reduce darkness and improve your internal health. Brew some broth in the morning and drink it throughout the day. It will help reduce dark circles internally.

Q. What is the difference between Mature to Dry Hotty Balm and the Heroine Hotty Balm?

A. Heroine Hotty Balm is made from ingredients that are certified organic, except the beeswax which is naturally sourced from local Ontario bee farms who love their bees and are of the highest quality. Natural ingredients can change in scent and texture depending on the season and time of harvest. Heroine Hotty Balm has a slight greenish tint due to the green colour of the certified organic grape seed oil. Mature to Dry Hotty Balm is a mixture of naturally sourced and organic ingredients to provide a lower price point. Heroine Hotty Balm is creamer with a fattier consistency due to the added argan oil that is not present in the Mature to Dry formula, feeling more like a night cream. Whereas, the Mature to Dry is lighter and feels more like a day cream. The Mature to Dry was the original eczema cream since it is best known for its anti-inflammatory properties and reducing dryness. The Heroine has been noted to be more helpful for those suffering from psoriasis due to its fattier and richer consistency by reducing inflammation, swelling and pain caused by psoriasis symptoms. Both Hotty Balms create a gorgeous light barrier on the skin reducing itching and inflammation.

Q. Can I heat up/melt my hotty balm?

A. There is no need to heat up or melt your Hotty Balm. The only time you would want to heat the product up is if it fractionates. Our formulas are 100 percent natural and clean therefore, it does not contain any synthetic chemicals or emulsifiers that hold it together. However, it has been developed to ensure the consistency of the product stays very stable for a natural balm. For those that travel to hot countries, it can fractionate at extreme temperatures when returning from a hot country to one that is in the midst of winter. If you do notice it is starting to fractionate, you can safely put your Hotty Balm into the microwave to heat up to a liquid, let it sit until solid and as it cools pop it in the fridge. It will solidify back to its original consistency. Hotty Balms have a very long shelf life and we have prototypes that are 8 years old and useable.

Q. Do I have to keep it in the fridge?

A. No, you do not have to keep Hotty Balm in the fridge. In fact, it is best to keep your Hotty Balm at room temperature. Keeping it in the fridge will change the texture and make it too hard. Another tip is to remember the humidity in your bathroom can damage your cosmetics. The best place to keep your Hotty Balm is in your Powder Room - and if you do not have a powder room, your bedroom would be just fine. 

Q. How do I put on my Body Hotty Balm? 

A. The best time to apply a Body Hotty Balm would be after a shower to lock in moisture and to plump up your skin. Pat yourself dry with a clean towel and take out some of your body balm. Although it looks like a solid, as soon as you take it out, it will melt into your hands. Once melted, rub on your arms, legs, and rest of the body (wherever desirable). You will soon notice the balm will melt right into your skin, disappearing and leaving a gorgeous glow.

Q. Can I use the body balms on my hands and feet?

A. Yes! The Hotty Balm was originally meant for the whole body and to be all-purpose. In designing the product line, the balms were targeted for women who require certain elements such as rose and frankincense meant for maturing skin and fine lines. Hotty Balm Hands and Feet is simply designed to be gender-neutral with added fragrance of cedarwood essential oil. The textures also vary between the formulas meant to fit skin type but they really can be used in an all-purpose fashion.

Q. Does the Hotty Balm protect against UV like sunscreen?

A. There are UV protection properties in each of the hotty balms but it is not a sunscreen. Each of the natural elements provides its own SPF, which adds up to be approximately 8-10 SPF for the body balms and 12 SPF for the Hotty Balm Mature to Dry. 

Q. Can Hotty Hair be used as a hair mask?
A. Hotty Hair was designed to be for texturizing, styling and reducing frizz, without being noticed (like a natural Pomade). It gives a nice conditioning element, giving your hair a healthy and glowy look. You can use it on dry hair or wet. Customers have reported using it as a natural curl definer by adding it root to tip on damp hair and letting your hair dry naturally. Customers have been known to use it as a hair mask, leaving it overnight, to help with severely dry and damaged hair. 

Q. Can Hotty Hair be used as a heat protector? 
A. This is not recommended to use Hotty Hair before heat styling your hair due to the oils. It may cause damage and burn. However, it can protect against sun damage due to its ability to provide some natural SPF properties. 

Q. Will Hotty Hair affect my coloured hair?
A. Solely based on customer reviews and testimonials, the Hotty Hair does not affect coloured hair. However, no tests have been completed to ensure these results. Our hairstylist has used the rule of thumb of natural products for natural hair and chemical products for chemically-treated hair. Haircare and results are very personal and we always suggest trying it out and if you are not happy within the 30 days of purchase you can send it back for a full refund.

Q. Can I use your soap on my face?

A. Yes! BEE23 natural soap bars do not contain any sodium lauryl sulphate that would normally dry and damage your skin. These soaps contain naturally-occurring saponins to remove debris from the skin naturally without making it feel tight and itchy. 

Easy Apple Cider Vinegar DIY to CLEAN YOUR FACE! A nice skin toner to remove debris, brighten skin and help reduce blemishes is to use Organic Apple Cider Vinegar with the mother diluted in water. Due to its antibacterial and antifungal properties, apple cider vinegar helps in keeping your skin pores bacteria, oil and dust-free. It also contains acetic acid, which has been shown to lighten pigmentation and dark spots. We like to combine 1 part apple cider vinegar to 4 parts water in a container or bowl. Using a cotton pad or clean cloth, apply to your face and leave on for two to three minutes. Be sure to dilute the apple cider vinegar and avoid the areas around your eyes. To get your own Hotty on check us out at www.bee23.ca and make sure to join us for our next Tea with BEE23 Mondays at 3 PM on our IG LIVE @bee23naturalbeauty for more sweet info!

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