Lavender is known for its relaxing, soothing properties and is most commonly used in aromatherapy!  The fragrance from the oils of the lavender plant is believed to help promote calmness and wellness. It’s also said to help reduce stress, anxiety, and possibly even mild pain. Lavender is packed with antioxidants that protect, nourish, and even heal your skin with its antimicrobial properties, making it a perfect addition to any skincare formula. It also provides good germ-fighting properties. Mixed with coconut oil it is the perfect lip balm to relieve chapped lips. It is ..read more

For refreshing honey, lemonade, try our lemon infused honey in your lemonade. Simple Syrup Ingredients: 2 1/2 Tablespoons lemon infused honey 8 cups of water Fresh Lemon (optional) To make simple syrup combine the lemon-infused honey and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a slight boil and stir until honey is dissolved, which is about five minutes. Set aside and allow to cool. Pour into ice-filled glasses or a pitcher. Garnish with fresh lemons.   ..read more

Natural versus chemical skincare products have been on everyone’s mind for a very long time.  Our skin is the largest organ of our body. It is of the utmost importance that we take extra care of our skin and treat it properly.  Whether it is a body lotion, face wash, anti-aging serums, or acne routines, your skin absorbs over half of the product we put onto it.  Here are the main differences between natural and chemical. NATURAL Better for your skin and is not likely to cause skin allergies. The shelf life decrease as the product is natural and does not contain parabens. No ..read more

Oh, honey! Filled with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, as well as highly rich in natural antioxidants, honey is a brilliant remedy for your sunburned skin. To try, apply a thin layer of honey onto your damaged areas and let it sit for up to 30 minutes before rinsing it off. Sweet! Honey will reduce the swelling without exposing the raw skin under the blisters. It's also a moisturizer which means that it can hydrate your skin where it's most needed. Honey seals in the good tissue fluid containing enzymes and proteins that promote healing. It provides nu ..read more

The use of honey in skincare is not a new concept. Anecdotal evidence is being verified, personal testimony, about the benefits of applying honey to the skin. These benefits may include the following: MICROBIAL PROPERTIES AND WOUND HEALING  One of the most widely recognized properties of honey is its ability to help fight against skin infections. According to one review, many in vitro studies support the idea that honey has antimicrobial properties. ANTI-INFLAMMATORY PROPERTIES  Honey also has anti-inflammatory properties that can aid with skin conditions such as acne ..read more

For the best time to apply Hershey's Honey body butter is just after your daily shower to lock in moisture and keep your skin hydrated all day. Take your daily shower or bath as usual. After you've finished, pat your body dry with a clean towel. You want to remove most of the water, but your skin should look dewy. While body butter can seal in a light layer of moisture, it will be hard to smooth it on if you have too much water on your skin, as the butter will interact with the water. Seal in moisture by using it within 5 minutes of showering. You can ..read more

Flowers that Attract Bees Early Spring Blooms Pussy Willow USDA zones 4 – 7. Full to partial sun. Blooms early Spring. These North American wetland shrubs have a beautiful greyish hue and fur-like blooms. Their blooms mark the arrival of spring, making them a perfect treat for early foraging bees. Humans may also enjoy using their dried stems as decorations Pansies USDA zones 4 – 8. Full sun. Blooms early Spring-Fall. Whimsy, joy, colors – pansies have it all, and bees love them. They are great for containers or ground cover but are often treated as annuals becau ..read more

Hershey's Honey began with God at the helm. Bobbie Hershey is a Master Gardener. In order to remain active, she needed 10 hours of continuing education.  There was a free novice beekeeping class offered at the local extension office. Bobbie took the class only to fulfill her Master Gardener obligations to retain her certification with no intent to keep bees. God had a different plan. She was amazed at how absolutely everything about bees, honey, propolis ect.. was healthy and beneficial. Bobbie began her first year with 10 hives. She thought she would only sell wildflower honey. She and ..read more

For sauces, marinades and salad dressings substitute Hershey's Honey for up to half the granulated sweetener in a recipe. Here is a yummy sauce recipe:   Salmon with Honey-Soy Sauce 3 tablespoons Hershey's Honey 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons butter Kosher salt and black pepper To Bake with Honey: Use Hershey's Honey for up to half the granulated sweetener in a recipe. FOR EACH 1 CUP OF HONEY USED Reduce any liquid by 1/4 cup Add 1/2 teaspoon baking soda  Reduce oven temperature by 25 degrees Top 8 Health Benefits of Honey   Honey Contains Some Nutrien ..read more

Jeneen sent this email to Hershey's Honey about our Honey Sticks:   I absolutely love your products and my daughter loves them even more. My 8-yr. old daughter was given some as a gift, she has type one diabetes and we use honey to treat low blood sugars in her sleep. It is thick enough that we do not have to worry about her choking and it leaves a pleasant aftertaste in her mouth she states. She loves the cherry! The sticks are convenient to carry in her diabetes kits. She cannot wait to try them all!  Thank you for your time and for making great products! Best regards, Jeneen Bish ..read more