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BEAUTY & THE BEES: HOW THE BUZZY INSECTS ARE TAKING THE INDUSTRY BY STORM

And it’s not just because of their honey.

by Jessica Fields
April 18, 2023
@sierra_honey_farm

We may receive a portion of sales if you purchase a product through a link in
this article.

In the past, conversations about honey and the bees that make it have typically
revolved around two aspects of use: culinary and medicinal. But beyond
sweetening your latte or soothing cold and flu symptoms, the glazed gold liquid
and several other of the bee byproducts have made their way into the beauty
industry. With brands’ focus on sustainability, the popularity of using honey
and bee materials comes with little surprise as the species have become
synonymous with eco-protection and the planet's overall health. In fact, you’ve
probably seen the buzz (no pun intended) surrounding the benefits of bee-derived
ingredients in beauty products through trendy brands like Gisou and longstanding
ones such as Burt’s Bees.



But honey is just one of the many “magical” bee-centric materials that have
risen to hero ingredient status. From propolis, wax, pollen, bee bread, and
royal jelly, these animals have been churning out substances scientifically
proven to be advantageous for skin and hair health. Martha Van Inwegen, a former
beekeeper and founder of skin care brand Life Elements, tells TZR that, while
made for their survival, each of the ingredients provides its own set of
benefits and can be used alone or combined together.

Honeybees are known to be meticulous workers and their hives are a haven of
prized materials being used in top cosmetic companies. Ahead, TZR speaks with a
few notable brands to learn more about how bee ingredients are utilized in their
formulas.

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HOW HONEY BENEFITS HAIR & SKIN

“More than just a sweetener, honey is intensely hydrating and has the ability to
seal in moisture while also repairing damaged hair and protecting it with
antioxidant properties,” says Negar Mirsalehi, head beekeeper of Gisou and
sister of the brand’s founder Negin Mirsalehi. The beauty brand, which uses
honey produced in the Mirsalehi family bee garden, has garnered a cult-like
following since the launch of its signature Honey Infused Hair Oil in 2013.
“Honey is one of the best natural humectants but is rich in vitamins, minerals,
and amino acids to aid in breakage and split ends,” she says. In that vein, it’s
not hard to see why it became not just a key ingredient but the focus of Gisou’s
hair products and the recently-launched Honey Infused Lip Oil

Naturally, those same vitamins and minerals have also proven to be nourishing
for skin, making honey a valuable addition to topical products. For luxury skin
care and perfume company Guerlain, honey is just a single element to its
innovative Abeille Royale line — which incorporates royal jelly for its
anti-aging benefits. Frédéric Bonte, director of scientific communication for
Guerlain tells TZR that through research tested on human cells, they have been
able to demonstrate that molecules derived from different honeys can repair
micro-tears in collagen fibers, signs of weakness in the dermis, or epidermal
DNA micro-lesions that can appear with age.


THE BEAUTY BENEFITS OF BEESWAX

Honey production takes place in combs which are crafted from another notable and
useful byproduct: beeswax. “Our first products were made with leftover beeswax
from Burt’s bee hives,” says Burt’s Bees senior director of sustainability,
Paula Alexander. As a leader in bee beauty, the company has been harnessing the
power of beeswax for personal care products since the mid ‘80s. Over the years,
it has become a popular ingredient in cosmetic formulas because of its natural
binding abilities. But Alexander stresses that its key benefit is providing a
protective barrier between the skin and any environmental stressors. “It’s also
semi-occlusive, which means it locks in hydration without clogging pores while
still allowing airflow,” she says.

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THE BEAUTY BENEFITS OF OTHER BEE BYPRODUCTS

Propolis, a paste-like material made from collected sap, has also emerged as a
buzzy ingredient in recent years. “Created to kill germs inside the hive,
propolis is a powerful substance that has anti-bacterial and antioxidant
effects,” says Dr. Asli Samanci, food scientist and founder of Bee & You which
creates supplements for immune health and skin care products using sustainably
produced bee materials.

Van Inwegen notes that bee bread — a nourishing mixture crafted from pollen —
also acts as a potent anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory. This is why the aptly
named Healing Honey products she makes contain a mixture of honey, beeswax,
propolis, royal jelly, and bee pollen, all of which are locally sourced. “By
combining all of the byproducts, I’m able to get the best of each ingredient’s
benefits, but it also makes Our Healing Honey Stick a versatile product that can
be used as salve or a moisturizer.”


WHAT DOES THE FUTURE HOLD FOR BEES IN BEAUTY?

The environmental concern that frequently surrounds the welfare of bees — due to
poor harvesting practices such as exposure to pesticides, limited food access,
and invasive hive inspections — is not lost on these companies. In fact, with
many founded by beekeepers themselves, safekeeping and preservation remains at
the forefront. “As sixth generation beekeepers we strive to give them as much as
they give us by supporting their natural life cycle and prioritizing the welfare
of the colony,” says Mirsalehi. Similarly, Burt’s Bees launched the SheKeeper
partnership in order to introduce the skillset of proper beekeeping in North
Ghanaian communities.

“With more and more brands utilizing the benefits of bee byproducts it’s
important that we continue to be part of the conversations around sustainable
and cruelty-free harvesting that’s good for us and beneficial for our
environment,” says Mirsalehi.

Keep scrolling to shop a few products featuring the beloved byproducts of the
honeybee.


SKIN CARE

Guerlain
Abeille Royale Double R Renew & Repair Advanced Serum
$240
See On Guerlain

Farmacy
Farmacy Filling Good Hyaluronic Acid Plumping Serum
$48
See On Sephora

Life Elements
Healing Honey Stick
$18
See On Life Elements

Tata Harper
Raw Honey Crystal Mask
$65
See On Tata Harper







LIP CARE

Gisou
Gisou Honey Infused Lip Oil
$32
See On Sephora

Burt's Bees
Beeswax Lip Balm
$4
Who doesn't have Burt's Bees' classic lip balm rolling around in their handbag
somewhere? Just like every other girl, Lively uses it, too.
See On Burt's Bees

Kiehl's Since 1851
Buttermask Intense Repair Lip Treatment
$28
See On Kiehls






HAIR CARE

Gisou
Hair Mask Honey Infused
$57
See On Gisou

TPH By Taraji
Honey Fresh Aloe Vera Clarifying Shampoo
$13
See On Target

Gisou
Honey Infused Hair Oil
$46
See On Sephora




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