New Zealand Bee venom is a popular and natural alternative to Botox, reported to be used by many international celebrities including Kate Middleton, Victoria Beckham, Michelle Pfeiffer and Gwyneth Paltrow, to freshen and firm the skin on the face and neck.
BeeQueen brings you an anti-ageing cream proudly made in New Zealand containing New Zealand bee venom and New Zealand manuka honey in a convenient 50 ml travel size to assist in plumping the skin and reducing fine lines.
Bee venom is well known for its therapeutic effect as a medicine and now as a beauty product. In large quantities a venom is toxic, however in small quantities it is a potent medicine and antioxidant. It improves blood circulation, well being and supports the immune system. Bee venom is a unique multi-component complex, which contains about 30 biologically active compounds, with the main components: peptides: melittin, apamin, peptide 401, adolapin, and protease inhibitors.
Used topically the bee venom in BeeQueen stimulates your skin to produce collagen and elastin, the building blocks to younger, firmer looking skin. The more you use the product, the better your results will be, although you will notice a tightening effect usually after the first application. The cream also contains NZ manuka honey, lavender, tea tree oil and shea butter to smooth and calm the skin.
Suitable for all skin types
As a cream: Apply in a thin layer morning and evening over the face and neck (avoid the eye area). Follow with your normal moisturiser. Do not use if you have an allergy to bee stings. Those with very sensitive skin may prefer to use once a day only and build up gradually to twice a day.
As a mask: This product can also be used as a mask. Apply a generous amount over the face and neck. Leave on for 25 minutes, wash off and continue with your normal skincare routine. We recommend a patch test prior to using this product. Place a small amount on the side of your jaw under your ear and leave overnight.
Precautions: Do not use if you have a known allergy to bee stings or to any of the products listed below. Do not use if your skin is sensitised, with broken skin, rash or spots. Store in a cool, dry place. Keep out of reach of children.
Ingredients: Active ingredients: NZ Bee Venom and NZ Manuka Honey. Paraben free Also contains:Water, Glyceryl Stearate (S/E), Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter (Shea Butter), Glycerine, Ceteareth-20, Decyl Oleate, Dimethicone, Triethanolamine, Propylene Glycol + Diazolidinyl Urea, Lavender Augustifolia, Tea Tree Oil
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How is the bee venom extracted?
The bees are not harmed during the extraction process. A glass plate is placed at the entrance to the hive, which carries a light electrical current. The bees sting the glass but because they cannot penetrate the surface, they do not lose their stings, therefore are perfectly safe. After a few minutes the electrical current is stopped and the beehive resumes its normal activity. The glass plates are left to dry following which the dried venom is scraped off.
How quickly can I expect results?
Some people experience a tighenting effect immediately, with others it may take longer. It is important to keep up regular use. Most people will notice a firmer, plumper skin after approximately three weeks. The product must be used on a regular daily basis to maintain maximum benefit. The longer you use it, the better the result.
Is a patch test necessary?
BeeQueen is suitable for all skin types but some people have more sensitive skin than others. Please conduct a patch test by placing a small amount on the side of your jaw below your ear and leave overnight.
Are there any side effects?
There are no known side effects unless you are allergic to bees. Please do not use this product in that instance.
If you are a retail outlet and would like to stock the Bee Queen product, please email us to become a stockist. You'll then get access to our wholesalers area. Email info@beequeen.co.nz
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PO Box 90 256
Victoria Street West
Auckland
info@beequeen.co.nz