Skin Care

UMF Manuka honey is produced by bees that collect nectar and pollen from the Manuka tree (Leptospermum scoparium) found in uncultivated areas throughout New Zealand. Many honeys have some degree of anti bacterial activity due to the presence of hydrogen peroxide, a well known antiseptic, however Professor Peter Molan MBE of the University of Waikato is reported to have discovered an antibacterial property in ‘Active’ Manuka that other honeys don’t have – known as the Unique Manuka Factor (UMF).

The skin on our hands can age more rapidly than that on other parts of the body, since the skin on the backs of our hands has very few sebaceous glands, and almost totally lacks any natural fatty coating. Add to this regular exposure to detergents and weather extremes and it becomes apparent that our hands need top quality skin care.

This range contains three special crèmes specially formulated for hands: Everyday Handcrème with SPF15. Repair Me Calendula & Manuka Honey Handcrème for dry and damaged skin. Very Hardworkers Handcrème for extremely damaged skin: a very heavy crème designed to help cracked skin.