WHAT IS PROPOLIS

Did you know that honey isn’t the only thing that bees make? Bees also produce a compound called propolis from flowers and leaf buds of various plants. When they combine the sap with their own discharges and beeswax, they create a sticky, greenish-brown product that is used as a coating to build, line the entrance and interior of the hives. Propolis is also known as “bee glue” or “bee penicillin” and acts to seal, disinfect and waterproof the bees and the hive.

Propolis through the centuries
• The propolis is also known as ancient healer.
• For 5000 years people have recognised and used Propolis as natural medicinal and antiseptic aid for healing wounds.
• The word PROPOLIS is reputed to have been coined by Aristotle, from the Greek words “pro” (before) and “polis” (city), meaning, “Before The City”, or “Defender Of The City”.
• The Greeks are known to have used Propolis for abscesses, Assyrians for healing wounds and the ancient Egyptians as a preservative during embalming and purification prior to mummification. It is said that Queen Cleopatra of Egypt – always in search of healthy skin care ingredients – frequently used propolis. She was also know to bathe in Fresh goat’s milk and honey!
• Propolis natural properties make it a unique ingredient for problematic or sensitive skin.
• It contains over 50 different flavonoids (natural anti-oxidants). It enables skin to remain healthy, clear and beautiful.
• It is also used in hair-care products to strengthen and nourish hair and scalp. Its essential oils, vitamins, flavenoids and minerals help to soften the hair and to enhance its growth and shine.
• As the bees natural anti-septic, Propolis has strong preservation properties for skincare products.

OUR OLIVE OIL PROPOLIS SOAP
The soap is used for purposes which include:
• Fighting infections
• Boosting immune systems.
• Healing genital herpes and cold sores.
• Treating skin injuries. It is used to relieve the symptoms of inflammations and also used as a way to treat superficial wounds like third-degree burns, scalds and ulcers of the skin
• The properties contained in propolis also promote better circulation.
• Propolis has also been known to help grow more beautiful hair and nails.