After five back-to-back heatwaves, those who suffer from skin conditions like psoriasis, rosacea and eczema may find their symptoms flaring up due to the high temperatures and dry air. For those battling with redness, dry skin and discomfort, there’s one £13 cream customers have been raving about for helping relieve soreness and ‘calm and heal’ skin.
Mānuka honey's soothing power
The product comes from Melora, a brand whose Mānuka honey-infused formulas have become renowned for their soothing properties. The ingredient is widely celebrated for its antibacterial, antioxidant and hydrating qualities, making it a potent ingredient when it comes to nurturing the skin.
Crafted to support skin through seasonal changes, Melora's Mānuka Skincare range offers a straightforward, nature-powered approach to help people look after their skin during summer - a season frequently linked to dehydration, sensitivity and environmental stress. The range, which comprises a face wash, moisturiser cream and restorative balm, has received considerable praise from those living with skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema and rosacea.
Discounted bundle offer
Melora's 3-in-1 Bundle, featuring the Mānuka Moisturiser, Purifying Mānuka Wash and Restorative Mānuka Balm, is currently available at 30% off, with shoppers able to pick it up for £38.98. The moisturiser retails at £18.99 at full price, meaning this offer allows customers to essentially purchase it for under £13.
Our skin encounters numerous challenges throughout the warmer months, from heightened sun exposure to dryness brought on by travel and air conditioning. Melora's Mānuka Skincare range harnesses this powerful ingredient, helping people maintain comfort, hydration and confidence without depending on complex routines.
Customer reviews and considerations
It should be noted, however, that these products are not substitutes for medical treatments. And, as with any new skincare item, it's advisable to conduct a patch test on the inner forearm prior to initial application.
After trying the Melora Skincare range, one psoriasis sufferer shared: "I have psoriasis and I have been using creams etc from the doctors and nothing seemed to make a difference. After using this daily for 2 weeks I'm so happy to say it's made a massive improvement. My skin has softened and cleared."
A customer with eczema said: "I have severe eczema. Many other creams help but Melora Manuka Honey moisturiser seems to be able to calm and heal the 'break out' significantly faster. Old pigmented scars are also lighter in colour despite using the cream for a few weeks. So the cream is helpful in the acute as well as the chronic phase."
A rosacea sufferer explained: "Having suffered with rosacea for years and spent a fortune on a variety of different creams and face washes, I can honestly say that this is the best product I have used. The face wash has a pleasant smell and a little goes a long way. Even though I have only been using this for about a week, the redness on my forehead, nose and chin have definitely improved. Also my skin generally looks better."
One shopper noted: "I was disappointed it has little or no fragrance." Though, this actually makes the range particularly well-suited for those with sensitivities to strong scents.
Another buyer was more than happy with the scent of the products, writing: "I have been using Melora manuka honey face moisturiser for a while and keep buying it because it is the nicest moisturiser I have ever used. It smells lovely, sinks into my skin so easily yet still leaves it moisturised all day long without it being greasy. I am sure this moisturiser has had a very positive effect on my skin because it looks so much nicer now at aged 66."
Beyond skincare
Mānuka honey is created by bees in New Zealand that feed on the native Leptospermum scoparium bush, commonly referred to as the Mānuka bush. What sets it apart from ordinary honey is its high concentration of methylglyoxal (MGO), the active compound behind its powerful antibacterial properties, reports the Daily Record.
For an anti-ageing Mānuka honey skincare option, L'Oreal's Night Cream Age Perfect Intensive Overnight Cream (£19.99 at Amazon) is enriched with Mānuka honey to repair and Calcium B5. It's best applied before bedtime to target mature and severely dry skin during sleep.
Beyond skincare, Melora's new Sparkling Mānuka Honey Infusions aim to help people feel their best both inside and out. Made with New Zealand UMF 7+ Mānuka honey, a minimum of 145mgo and a teaspoon per can, the new sparkling infusions broaden the brand's ethos beyond skincare, providing yet another straightforward way to enjoy the everyday benefits of Mānuka honey.
Available flavours for the £3.49 cans include Blend of Manuka, Cinnamon and Apple, Blend of Manuka, Chilli, Ginger and Tumeric, Blend of Manuka, Lemon, Pepper and Apple Cider Vinegar and Blend of Manuka, Raspberry, Ginger and Apple.
Customers can currently get 30% off the Mānuka Skincare range via the Melora website.
