Propolis
Soothing & antioxidant
What is Propolis?
A resin bees collect from tree buds to protect their hives. It has antioxidant and antibacterial properties and is used to calm and nourish skin, especially in K-beauty. Generally gentle, but it can trigger reactions in people allergic to bee products, so patch test if that applies to you.
In skincare terms, Propolis is a soothing ingredient often used to calm the look of redness and sensitivity, and an antioxidant that helps defend the skin against environmental stress.
What does it do?
Propolis is primarily used for soothing & antioxidant.
Who it may suit
If your skin is sensitive or reactive, introduce it slowly and patch test first. It is widely used across products for all skin types.
Where you'll find it
In our catalogue, Propolis appears in serums.
Also listed as
On an ingredients label (INCI), Propolis may appear as: propolis extract, propolis, propolis cera.
