Let’s explore one of nature’s most powerful and underrated skincare ingredients: Propolis.
This remarkable substance is made by bees from plant resins and used to protect the hive from bacteria, viruses, and fungi. In fact, the word propolis comes from Greek, meaning “defender of the city”—a fitting name for something that protects the hive like a natural antibiotic.
When applied to the skin, propolis forms a breathable barrier that protects against environmental stress, bacteria, and pollutants—without clogging pores. Its antibacterial and antifungal properties help prevent breakouts, calm irritation, and support a clear complexion. Propolis also reduces inflammation by downregulating inflammatory cytokines, which is especially helpful for conditions like eczema, dermatitis, and redness.
Importantly, propolis is well tolerated by sensitive skin and is often recommended for people with allergies or skin sensitivities. Thanks to its powerful antioxidant content, propolis helps fight free radicals, reducing oxidative stress and slowing down the visible signs of aging. Even more impressively, it stimulates collagen production and accelerates cell regeneration, making it effective for healing minor wounds, sunburns, and acne scars.
These effects are supported by numerous scientific studies. A 2013 study in Phytotherapy Research confirmed propolis’s anti-inflammatory action, while a 2020 paper in Frontiers in Pharmacology documented more than 300 bioactive compounds with antimicrobial and antioxidant activity. A 2019 review in Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity emphasized its free-radical fighting abilities, and research published in Dermatologic Therapy (2020) showed how propolis improves wound healing and tissue regeneration.
In our Melira Beeswax Balm, propolis is paired with two other nourishing ingredients from the Greek countryside. Beeswax helps seal in moisture and protect your skin naturally. Bio Oak Honey is rich in minerals and antioxidants, promoting softness and elasticity. And Bio Olive Oil—known for its high content of vitamins A, E, and polyphenols—deeply hydrates while supporting skin barrier function.
This all-purpose balm is perfect for dry or sensitive skin, lips, hands, elbows, and areas prone to stretch marks or irritation. It can also be used after sun exposure or as part of a daily skincare routine to keep your skin balanced, smooth, and radiant.
Let your skin experience what bees have known for centuries—with the healing power of propolis.