Bee kind to your skin Honey,Propolis and royal jelly

1. BEE KIND TO YOUR SKIN: HONEY, PROPOLIS, AND ROYAL JELLY Some people have that amazing skin that just glows. It’s got the perfect amount of dewiness without being oily, feels smooth, and looks even-toned. While a lot of ingredients can contribute to that healthy complexion, there are few that work as well (and for as many skin conditions) as bee products do. Honey, propolis, and royal jelly are the ingredients that are typically harvested for skincare purposes. In fact, they’ve been harvested for centuries, for many reasons. The ancient Greeks used propolis to help heal wounds, and the ancient Egyptians used both honey and propolis for beauty treatments. Even today there’s evidence that bee products can soothe sunburns and other skin ailments. Visit Us: https://niasha.ch/ Page 1

2. BEE KIND TO YOUR SKIN: HONEY, PROPOLIS, AND ROYAL JELLY Remember, like all bee products, if you have allergies to bees, bee stings, or have had allergic reactions to bee products before, you should definitely check with a doctor before trying any of these on your skin. What is Propolis? Propolis is a waxy substance that bees produce from material collected from conifer trees. The bees use propolis to seal cracks and crevices in the hive, and discourage bacteria growth that could cause disease within the colony. Beekeepers scrape the propolis off the hive boxes for different uses, one of which is skincare products. So what’s so great about propolis? Turns out, a lot. Studies show that propolis helps healing by speeding up cell Visit Us: https://niasha.ch/ Page 2

3. BEE KIND TO YOUR SKIN: HONEY, PROPOLIS, AND ROYAL JELLY growth in people who have suffered from burns. It also seems to reduce inflammation in healing skin, and has anti-bacterial, anti- fungal properties. In skincare, propolis can help heal skin affected by acne, and combat the bacteria that can cause acne. By speeding up the healing process, it can also reduce the chances of scarring. It contains flavonoids, which are found in ingredients with high levels of antioxidants, and there’s evidence it can help control oil production in the skin.   If it sounds weird to you, it might be because it is a rather strange substance. Royal jelly is a secretion that worker bees produce to feed bee larvae at the beginning of their lives. A protein in the jelly causes the larvae to grow into a queen bee instead of a regular worker bee.   Within the jelly, there are components that are meant to protect the queen bee throughout her life. Antioxidants, vitamins, fatty acids, and a high nutrient content are what make royal jelly so useful as a skincare product. It’s often found in anti-aging products because of its nourishing properties.   What About the Bees? A quick note on the harvesting of bee products. If you’re concerned that honey bees may be harmed in the collection of bee products, rest assured that Korean skincare brands have a pretty good track record in the humane and ethical treatment of animals, including bees and snails (from which snail mucin is harvested). All Korean beauty brands were required to be cruelty-free by 2018. Some brands, like Benton, are even certified by PETA as being cruelty-free. So while products containing bee products aren’t vegan, many reputable brands have statements on their websites on the humane treatment of their bees.   Visit Us: https://niasha.ch/ Page 3