Propolis - Salve

A deeply restorative botanical balm that heals, protects, and nourishes with the strength of the hive and the richness of nature.

WHY THIS FORMULA EXCELS 

Repair + protection system: Propolis and beeswax support healing and barrier defense

Multi-layer lipid nourishment: Olive, almond, and marula deliver complementary fatty acids

Antioxidant network: Vitamin E, rosemary, and polyphenols protect against oxidative stress

Soothing + calming synergy: Lavender and propolis reduce irritation

Barrier sealing without heaviness: Beeswax locks in hydration while maintaining breathability

INGREDIENTS - KEY COMPONENTS - BENEFITS - SCIENTIFIC RATIONAL - REFERENCES

 1. Olea Europaea (Virgin Olive Oil)

Common Name: Virgin Olive Oil

Key Components:

• Oleic acid
• Squalene
• Polyphenols (oleuropein, hydroxytyrosol)

Clinical Benefits:

• Improves skin hydration and softness
• Supports barrier repair and reduces TEWL
• Provides antioxidant protection against environmental stress

Scientific Rationale:
High oleic acid enhances lipid matrix fluidity, improving permeability and barrier replenishment, while polyphenols reduce oxidative damage.

2. Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond Oil)

Common Name: Almond Oil

Key Components:

• Oleic and linoleic acids
• Phytosterols
• Tocopherols

Clinical Benefits:

• Improves skin tone and smoothness
• Reduces irritation and dryness
• Enhances barrier function

Scientific Rationale:
Fatty acid composition supports epidermal lipid balance and improves stratum corneum integrity.

 3. Propolis Extract

Common Name: Propolis

Key Components:

• Flavonoids (pinocembrin, galangin)
• Phenolic acids
• Terpenes

Clinical Benefits:

• Promotes wound healing and skin repair
• Provides antimicrobial protection
• Reduces inflammation and irritation

Scientific Rationale:
Flavonoids and phenolics exhibit antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity, supporting tissue regeneration and microbial balance.

4. Cera Alba (Beeswax)

Common Name: Beeswax

Key Components:

• Esters
• Fatty acids
• Long-chain alcohols

Clinical Benefits:

• Forms a protective barrier to prevent moisture loss
• Supports skin repair
• Provides mild antimicrobial protection

Scientific Rationale:
Creates a semi-occlusive film that reduces TEWL while maintaining breathability and flexibility.

 5. Tocopherol (Vitamin E)

Common Name: Vitamin E

Key Components:

• α-tocopherol

Clinical Benefits:

• Protects against oxidative stress and UV damage
• Supports skin healing
• Improves barrier stability

Scientific Rationale:
Acts as a lipid-phase antioxidant, preventing lipid peroxidation and stabilizing cellular membranes.

 6. Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil

Common Name: Lavender

Key Components:

• Linalool
• Linalyl acetate

Clinical Benefits:

• Promotes wound healing
• Reduces redness and irritation
• Provides mild antimicrobial effects

Scientific Rationale:
Modulates inflammatory pathways and supports tissue regeneration while offering antimicrobial activity.

 7. Sclerocarya Birrea (Marula) Oil

Common Name: Marula Oil

Key Components:

• Oleic acid
• Linoleic acid
• Antioxidants (tocopherols, flavonoids)

Clinical Benefits:

• Enhances hydration and elasticity
• Improves skin smoothness
• Provides antioxidant protection

Scientific Rationale:
High oleic content improves absorption and barrier repair, while antioxidants protect against environmental stressors.

 8. Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract/Oil

Common Name: Rosemary

Key Components:

• Rosmarinic acid
• Carnosic acid
• Carnosol

Clinical Benefits:

• Provides strong antioxidant protection
• Supports skin vitality and circulation
• Helps stabilize formulation

Scientific Rationale:
Phenolic diterpenes act as potent free radical scavengers, protecting both skin and formulation from oxidative degradation.

REFERENCES

1. Lin, T. K., Zhong, L., & Santiago, J. L. (2018). Plant oils and skin barrier repair. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 19(1), 70.
2. Viola, P., & Viola, M. (2009). Virgin olive oil as a skin protectant. Clinics in Dermatology, 27(2), 159–165.
3. Ahmad, Z. (2010). The uses and properties of almond oil. Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, 16(1), 10–12.
4. Bankova, V. (2005). Propolis: recent developments and biological properties. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2(1), 29–32.
5. Fratini, F., et al. (2016). Beeswax antimicrobial activity. Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Medicine, 9(9), 839–843.
6. Thiele, J. J., et al. (2005). Vitamin E in dermatology. Dermatologic Surgery, 31(7), 805–813.
7. Cavanagh, H. M. A., & Wilkinson, J. M. (2002). Biological activities of lavender essential oil. Phytotherapy Research, 16(4), 301–308.
8. Komane, B., et al. (2017). Marula oil composition and dermatological benefits. Journal of Ethnopharmacology.
9. Nieto, G., et al. (2018). Rosemary as a natural antioxidant. International Journal of Food Science & Technology, 53(2), 309–316.

 

This information describes traditional use and published research and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.