# Goodfriend Honey Co.

> Pure raw honey and all-natural beeswax skincare from Bradenton, Florida.

Goodfriend Honey Co. is a family apiary run by beekeeper Gayle Goodfriend in Bradenton, FL. We produce pure, raw, minimally processed honey and handcrafted beeswax skincare products. Our products are available at local farmers markets across Sarasota and Manatee County, and online through our website.

## Products

### Honey & Consumables
- [Pure Raw Honey](https://goodfriendhoney.com/product-raw-honey.html): 100% pure, raw, unfiltered Florida honey from our own hives in Bradenton. $15.
- [Honey Glazed Pecans](https://goodfriendhoney.com/product-honey-pecans.html): Premium southern pecans slow-roasted and coated in pure raw honey. $12.
- [Decorative Muth Jars of Raw Honey](https://goodfriendhoney.com/product-muth-jars.html): Classic Muth glass jars filled with pure raw Florida honey, sealed with natural cork. $8.
- [Beeswax Candles](https://goodfriendhoney.com/product-beeswax-candles.html): Hand-poured 100% pure beeswax taper candles. $20.
- [Hand-Poured Beeswax Jar Candle](https://goodfriendhoney.com/product-beeswax.html): Hand-poured 100% natural beeswax candle in an 8 oz glass jar, made with wax harvested from our own hives. $24.

### Skincare
- [Soft Glow Body Butter](https://goodfriendhoney.com/product-body-butter.html): All-natural body butter made with beeswax, shea butter, and coconut oil. $40.
- [Fix Your Face Silken Glow Facial Balm](https://goodfriendhoney.com/product-facial-balm.html): Luxurious all-natural facial balm with beeswax, kokum butter, mango butter, and healing botanical oils. $35.
- [Hydrating Lip Balm](https://goodfriendhoney.com/product-lip-balm.html): All-natural beeswax lip balm that deeply moisturizes and protects. $6.
- [The Bug Bar](https://goodfriendhoney.com/product-bug-bar.html): Natural insect repellent bar made with beeswax and essential oils. $15.
- [Ultimate Beard Balm](https://goodfriendhoney.com/product-beard-balm.html): All-natural beard balm with beeswax, shea butter, and conditioning oils. $15.
- [The Tattoo Balm](https://goodfriendhoney.com/product-tattoo-balm.html): All-natural tattoo aftercare balm with hemp seed oil and beeswax. $15.
- [Total Body Bundle](https://goodfriendhoney.com/product-total-body-bundle.html): Complete beeswax skincare bundle including body butter, facial balm, lip balm, and lotion bar. $65.
- Solid Lotion Bars ($12 each): Available in [Unscented](https://goodfriendhoney.com/product-unscented-lotion-bar.html), [Cypress and Lemon](https://goodfriendhoney.com/product-cypress-lemon-lotion-bar.html), [Fresh Linen](https://goodfriendhoney.com/product-fresh-linen-lotion-bar.html), [Lavender and Sweet Orange](https://goodfriendhoney.com/product-lavender-orange-lotion-bar.html), [Lemongrass](https://goodfriendhoney.com/product-lemongrass-lotion-bar.html), [Ocean Breeze](https://goodfriendhoney.com/product-ocean-breeze-lotion-bar.html).

## Key Pages
- [Home](https://goodfriendhoney.com/)
- [About / Our Story](https://goodfriendhoney.com/about.html)
- [Shop](https://goodfriendhoney.com/shop.html)
- [Shop: Skincare](https://goodfriendhoney.com/shop-skincare.html)
- [Shop: Honey & Consumables](https://goodfriendhoney.com/shop-consumables.html)
- [The Hive Journal (Blog)](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal.html)
- [Journal: Skincare](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/skincare.html): Natural skincare education, routines, and ingredient guides.
- [Journal: Beekeeping](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/beekeeping.html): Bee biology, hive management, and seasonal activity.
- [Journal: Recipes](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/recipes.html): Cooking and baking with raw honey.
- [Journal: Honey & Wellness](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/honey-wellness.html): Health benefits, nutrition, and raw honey science.
- [Journal: Events & Lifestyle](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/events-lifestyle.html): Markets, community, and life around the hive.
- [Journal: DIY & Home](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/diy-home.html): Beeswax crafts, candle care, and household uses.
- [Journal: Sustainability](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/sustainability.html): Pollinator health, eco-living, and bee conservation.
- [Journal: Ingredients](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/ingredients.html): Deep dives into beeswax, butters, oils, and raw materials.
- [Journal: Gift Guides](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/gift-guides.html): Curated gift ideas and seasonal recommendations.

### Journal Articles
- [“But Will It Actually Work?”](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/but-will-it-actually-work.html)
- [5 Ways to Use Raw Honey in Your Morning Routine](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/morning-routine.html)
- [A Beekeeper's Guide to Giving Honey as a Gift](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/giving-honey-as-a-gift.html)
- [A Beekeeper’s Perspective on Skincare](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/a-beekeeper-s-perspective-on-skincare.html)
- [A Year in the Life of a Hive](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/a-year-in-the-life-of-a-hive.html)
- [Beeswax vs Petroleum Jelly: What’s the Difference?](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/beeswax-vs-petroleum-jelly-what-s-the-difference.html)
- [Can Honey Expire?](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/can-honey-expire.html)
- [Honey and Gut Health](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/honey-and-gut-health.html)
- [Honey and Skin: Edible + Topical Uses](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/honey-and-skin-edible-topical-uses.html)
- [Honey as a Natural Sweetener Alternative](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/honey-as-a-natural-sweetener-alternative.html)
- [Honey as Natural Energy](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/honey-as-natural-energy.html)
- [Honey in Your Morning Routine](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/honey-in-your-morning-routine.html)
- [Honey Storage Myths](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/honey-storage-myths.html)
- [How Bees Inspired My Formulations](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/bees-formulations.html)
- [How Heat Changes Honey](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/how-heat-changes-honey.html)
- [How Honey Is Harvested](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/how-honey-is-harvested.html)
- [How I Formulate for Real Skin, Not Perfect Skin](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/how-i-formulate-for-real-skin-not-perfect-skin.html)
- [How Much Balm Should You Really Use?](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/how-much-balm-should-you-really-use.html)
- [How Natural Oils Support the Skin Barrier](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/how-natural-oils-support-the-skin-barrier.html)
- [How to Layer Balm with Other Products](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/how-to-layer-balm-with-other-products.html)
- [How to Tell If Honey Is High Quality](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/how-to-tell-if-honey-is-high-quality.html)
- [How to Transition from Traditional Moisturizers](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/how-to-transition-from-traditional-moisturizers.html)
- [Is Balm Too Heavy for Daily Use?](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/is-balm-too-heavy-for-daily-use.html)
- [Is Honey Better Than Sugar?](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/is-honey-better-than-sugar.html)
- [Is Natural Skincare Strong Enough for Aging Skin?](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/aging-skin.html)
- [Lotion Bar vs. Body Butter vs. Lotion](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/lotion-bar-vs-body-butter-vs-lotion.html)
- [Morning vs Night Skincare: What Actually Matters](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/morning-vs-night-skincare-what-actually-matters.html)
- [No See'ums, Florida's Tiny Tormentors (And How to Fight Back Naturally)](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/no-see-ums.html)
- [Raw Honey vs Processed Honey: What’s the Difference?](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/raw-honey-vs-processed-honey-what-s-the-difference.html)
- [Seasonal Honey Variations](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/seasonal-honey-variations.html)
- [Simple Recipes Using Raw Honey](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/simple-recipes-using-raw-honey.html)
- [Spring Has Sprung: What 50,000 Bees Do When Florida Warms Up](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/spring-bees.html)
- [The Antimicrobial Properties of Honey](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/the-antimicrobial-properties-of-honey.html)
- [The Difference Between Hydration and Moisturization](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/the-difference-between-hydration-and-moisturization.html)
- [The Quiet Luxury of Simple Ingredients](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/the-quiet-luxury-of-simple-ingredients.html)
- [The Role of Occlusives in Barrier Repair](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/the-role-of-occlusives-in-barrier-repair.html)
- [The Science Behind Skin Softness](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/the-science-behind-skin-softness.html)
- [The Truth About “Pure” Honey Labels](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/the-truth-about-pure-honey-labels.html)
- [The Truth About Long Ingredient Lists](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/the-truth-about-long-ingredient-lists.html)
- [Three No-Heat Honey Recipes That Keep the Raw Benefits Intact](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/no-heat-honey-recipes.html)
- [Understanding Non-Comedogenic Oils](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/understanding-non-comedogenic-oils.html)
- [What Arrowroot Powder Is Doing in Your Lotion Bar](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/arrowroot-in-lotion-bars.html)
- [What Beeswax Actually Does for Skin](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/what-beeswax-actually-does-for-skin.html)
- [What Ethical Beekeeping Looks Like](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/what-ethical-beekeeping-looks-like.html)
- [What Happens If You Stop Using Traditional Creams](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/what-happens-if-you-stop-using-traditional-creams.html)
- [What I Learned from Customers Over 60](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/what-i-learned-from-customers-over-60.html)
- [What Makes a Skincare Product Truly Premium](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/what-makes-a-skincare-product-truly-premium.html)
- [What Makes Honey “Raw”?](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/what-makes-honey-raw.html)
- [What Spring Means for Florida Beekeepers](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/spring-beekeeping.html)
- [What to Expect in the First 7 Days](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/first-7-days.html)
- [Who Fix Your Face Is Designed For](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/who-fix-your-face-is-designed-for.html)
- [Who Fix Your Face Is Not For](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/who-fix-your-face-is-not-for.html)
- [Why Aging Skin Needs Occlusives](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/why-aging-skin-needs-occlusives.html)
- [Why Beeswax Is Your Skin's Best Friend](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/beeswax-skincare.html)
- [Why Body Butter Is Different from Lotion](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/why-body-butter-is-different-from-lotion.html)
- [Why Fewer Ingredients Often Means Better Results](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/why-fewer-ingredients-often-means-better-results.html)
- [Why Honey Has Been Used for Centuries](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/why-honey-has-been-used-for-centuries.html)
- [Why I Don’t Follow Trends in Skincare](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/why-i-don-t-follow-trends-in-skincare.html)
- [Why I Don’t Use Preservatives](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/why-i-don-t-use-preservatives.html)
- [Why Local Honey Tastes Different](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/why-local-honey-tastes-different.html)
- [Why Luxury Skincare Isn't Always Better Skincare](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/luxury-skincare.html)
- [Why Most Skincare Is Mostly Water](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/skincare-water.html)
- [Why Natural Doesn’t Mean Weak](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/why-natural-doesn-t-mean-weak.html)
- [Why Natural Insect Repellent Can Still Be Effective](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/why-natural-insect-repellent-can-still-be-effective.html)
- [Why Oil-Based Skincare Works Differently](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/why-oil-based-skincare-works-differently.html)
- [Why Preservatives Exist (And What That Means for Your Skin)](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/preservatives.html)
- [Why Price Per Jar Isn’t the Whole Story](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/why-price-per-jar-isn-t-the-whole-story.html)
- [Why Raw Honey Crystallizes](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/why-raw-honey-crystallizes.html)
- [Why Results Matter More Than Marketing](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/why-results-matter-more-than-marketing.html)
- [Why Simplicity Often Outperforms 10-Step Routines](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/why-simplicity-often-outperforms-10-step-routines.html)
- [Why Small-Batch Honey Is Different](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/why-small-batch-honey-is-different.html)
- [Why Small-Batch Skincare Matters](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/why-small-batch-skincare-matters.html)
- [Why Some Honey Is Adulterated](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/why-some-honey-is-adulterated.html)
- [Why Supporting Local Beekeepers Matters](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/why-supporting-local-beekeepers-matters.html)
- [Why Switching to Simpler Skincare Feels Different](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/why-switching-to-simpler-skincare-feels-different.html)
- [Why Synthetic Fragrance Is Problematic](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/why-synthetic-fragrance-is-problematic.html)
- [Why Water-Based Creams Require Emulsifiers](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/why-water-based-creams-require-emulsifiers.html)
- [Why Water-Free Skincare Is More Concentrated](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/why-water-free-skincare-is-more-concentrated.html)
- [Why We Don't Ship Our Honey](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/why-we-dont-ship.html)
- [Why We Use Glass Muth Jars Instead of Plastic](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/glass-muth-jars.html)
- [Why You Don’t Need Water in a Moisturizer](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/why-you-don-t-need-water-in-a-moisturizer.html)
- [Why Your Skin Barrier Matters More Than You Think](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/why-your-skin-barrier-matters-more-than-you-think.html)
- [Why Your Skin May “Adjust” to Simpler Skincare](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/why-your-skin-may-adjust-to-simpler-skincare.html)
- [Why Your Skin Might Not Need a Serum](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/why-your-skin-might-not-need-a-serum.html)
- [Your Skin Deserves Better After a Day in the Florida Sun](https://goodfriendhoney.com/journal/after-sun-skincare.html)
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## Best Of Guides
- [Best Beard Balm for Dry Skin](https://goodfriendhoney.com/best-beard-balm-dry-skin.html): Beat beard itch and flaking with our natural beard balm for dry skin: raw beeswax, shea butter, and botanical oils,...
- [Best Beeswax Candles](https://goodfriendhoney.com/best-beeswax-candles.html): The best beeswax candles, handcrafted by Goodfriend Honey Co. from our own Bradenton hives.
- [Best Beeswax Lotion Bar](https://goodfriendhoney.com/best-beeswax-lotion-bar.html): The best beeswax lotion bar: handcrafted in six scents with raw beeswax, shea and cocoa butter, and natural oils.
- [Best Beeswax Skin Balm](https://goodfriendhoney.com/best-beeswax-skin-balm.html): The best beeswax skin balm for deep hydration and healing: concentrated, handcrafted by Goodfriend Honey Co....
- [Best Gifts for Bee Lovers](https://goodfriendhoney.com/best-gifts-for-bee-lovers.html): The best gifts for bee lovers: raw honey in decorative muth jars, beeswax candles, and natural skincare, all...
- [Best Local Honey in Florida](https://goodfriendhoney.com/best-local-honey-florida.html): The best local honey in Florida: pure, raw, unfiltered wildflower honey from our own Bradenton hives.
- [Best Local Skincare Sarasota & Bradenton](https://goodfriendhoney.com/best-local-skincare-sarasota.html): Local natural skincare in Sarasota and Bradenton.
- [Best Natural Anti-Aging Face Balm](https://goodfriendhoney.com/best-natural-anti-aging-face-balm.html): A natural anti-aging face balm: Fix Your Face uses rosehip oil, vitamin E, frankincense, and beeswax to soften fine...
- [Best Natural Body Butter](https://goodfriendhoney.com/best-natural-body-butter.html): The best natural body butter: rich, all-natural, with raw beeswax, shea, cocoa, and mango butters.
- [Best Natural Bug Repellent](https://goodfriendhoney.com/best-natural-bug-repellent.html): A natural bug repellent that works: the Bug Bar from Goodfriend Honey Co. uses seven essential oils and beeswax...
- [Best Natural Eczema Cream](https://goodfriendhoney.com/best-natural-eczema-cream.html): A natural eczema cream alternative: Goodfriend Honey Co. beeswax balms and body butters soothe dry, itchy,...
- [Best Natural Face Moisturizer](https://goodfriendhoney.com/best-natural-face-moisturizer.html): The best natural face moisturizer: Fix Your Face Balm uses raw beeswax, shea butter, and botanical oils to deeply...
- [Best Natural Lip Balm](https://goodfriendhoney.com/best-natural-lip-balm.html): The best natural lip balm: Goodfriend Honey Co. handcrafts a beeswax lip balm with shea butter, cocoa butter,...
- [Best Natural Moisturizer for Dry Skin](https://goodfriendhoney.com/best-natural-moisturizer-dry-skin.html): The best natural moisturizer for dry skin: water-free body butters, lotion bars, and facial balms made with beeswax...
- [Best Natural Skincare Gift Set](https://goodfriendhoney.com/best-natural-skincare-gift-set.html): A natural skincare gift set: the Total Body Bundle pairs our facial balm, body butter, lotion bar, and lip balm, all...
- [Best No-See-Um Repellent for Florida](https://goodfriendhoney.com/best-no-see-um-repellent-florida.html): The best natural no-see-um repellent for Florida: the Bug Bar from Goodfriend Honey Co. repels biting midges...
- [Best Raw Honey in Bradenton, Florida](https://goodfriendhoney.com/best-raw-honey-bradenton.html): The best raw honey in Bradenton, FL: pure, unfiltered, and locally harvested from our own hives.
- [Best Solid Lotion Bar for Sensitive Skin](https://goodfriendhoney.com/best-solid-lotion-bar-sensitive-skin.html): A solid lotion bar for sensitive skin: our unscented beeswax bar is fragrance-free, water-free, and made with just...
- [Best Tattoo Aftercare Balm](https://goodfriendhoney.com/best-tattoo-aftercare-balm.html): The best tattoo aftercare balm: a natural balm with raw beeswax, shea butter, and lavender oil to heal, protect,...
- [Bradenton & Sarasota Farmers Markets](https://goodfriendhoney.com/best-farmers-market-bradenton.html): Find Goodfriend Honey Co. at Bradenton and Sarasota farmers markets: pure raw honey, beeswax candles,...
- [Raw Honey for Allergies](https://goodfriendhoney.com/best-raw-honey-allergies.html): Can raw honey help with allergies?

## Location & Availability
- Based in Bradenton, Florida
- Available at Bradenton Public Market (Saturdays, April-May)
- Available at 12th Street Summer Market (Saturdays, June-August)
- Online ordering available for most products
- Email: beekeeper@goodfriendhoney.com

## Social Media
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Goodfriend-Honey-Co/61564213504144/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodfriendhoneyco