Propolis extract

Propolis, also known as "bee glue", is a complex material, produced by bees through combining their saliva with resin from tree buds, pollen and beeswax. Propolis possesses unparalleled antiseptic properties, which allows the bees to protect the hive from viruses and bacteria. 

"Bee glue" consists of about 150 various organic components: vitamins, K, E, A, and B, minerals and microelements, organic acids, essential oils, enzymes, amino acids, and flavonoids. It accelerates healing, possesses anti-inflammatory properties, restores and activates protective and immune functions, cleanses from toxins, has a rejuvenating effect through collagen production stimulation. 

When it comes to hair, propolis extract accelerates keratinocyte growth, as those are the cells which strengthen the hair shaft and activate the bulbs. 

Why it's good for your skin

• Accelerates cell regeneration, relieves irritation and inflammation
• It smoothes out post-acne traces, and helps to lighten the pigment spots
• Provides a powerful antioxidant effect, combating ageing signs. 

Why it's good for your hair

• Facilitates active hair growth
• Combats dandruff with its antifungal and antiseborrheic properties.

Contraindications

Individual intolerance.

Scientific evidence

[1] Propolis has been scientifically proven to possess a powerful antimicrobial effect, affecting gram-positive, gram-negative, as well as aerobic and anaerobic bacteria.

 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6600457/

[2] Propolis has been scientifically proven to possess antioxidant and healing properties. 

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9502464/