Let’s take a moment to appreciate bees. These insects do a lot for the planet and are responsible for 1 out of every 3 bites we eat. In other words, we simply can’t live without them! But beyond the practical, did you know that bees also contribute to our beauty routines?
It’s true. Beeswax is a natural wax that is produced by honey bees and found in products ranging from skin creams to hand lotions. In part because of its versatility, humans have been using beeswax for thousands of years. (As an aside, researchers have even found beeswax in ancient pyramids.)
To understand its appeal, it helps to have some familiarity with the science. At low temperatures, beeswax is brittle, while at higher temperatures, it’s soft and malleable. 145 degrees is the melting point. Beeswax contains about 300 components, including fatty acids, hydrocarbons, and esters.
The fatty nature of the substance makes it ideal for beauty products. In fact our own Wanae lip balm contains beeswax, in addition to Full Spectrum CBD, Avocado Oil, Jojoba Oil, Arnica Oil, Marjoram Oil, Pine, Rosemary, Camphor, Helicrysum, Cypress, Cinnamon Bark, Menthol Crystals, Vitamin E, Cocoa Butter, Eucalyptus and Hyaluronic Acid.
We chose beeswax as an ingredient because of its benefits to the skin. Here’s a look at a few of its properties, according to CompleteBeehives.com:
- Moisturizing – Beeswax contains natural emulsifiers that help retain moisture, making it a great ingredient for dry, chapped lips.
- Protects lips from UV rays – Much like how sunblock protects your skin, beeswax can protect your lips from harmful UV rays.
- Protective – Beeswax contains antibacterial elements that are great for protecting sensitive skin.
- Natural – No parabens, added chemicals, or alcohol that could be irritating to the skin.
- Sweet taste and smell – Natural beeswax has a sweet taste and smell that is pleasant to wear on the lips.
Designed and formulated using the finest ingredients harvested from around the world. Wanae’s Lip Balm can naturally and instantly replenish, nourish and hydrate dry, sore and cracked lips, keeping them touchably soft at all times. But don’t just take our word for it! We invite you to try it for yourself! http://wanae.mywanae.com
As summer heats up, there’s no better time than the present to think about your self-care routine. Whether you’re headed to the pool or for a hike, protecting your skin should be priority No. 1. After all, your skin is the body’s largest organ. Don’t forget to show it some love!