How Bees Can Help Your Skin: 5 Incredible Benefits of Propolis
When you think of bees, honey is probably the first thing that comes to mind. But there is another treasure from the hive that has been cherished for thousands of years — propolis.
Used by ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans, propolis was applied to wounds, used to treat infections, and valued as a natural protector of health and skin. Today, science is catching up with tradition, confirming that this resin-like substance is one of nature’s most versatile and effective skincare allies.
So what exactly is it, and why should you care?
What is Propolis?
Bees create propolis by collecting resin from tree buds and mixing it with beeswax and their own enzymes. In the hive, it serves as a shield — sealing cracks, keeping out harmful bacteria, viruses, and fungi, and maintaining a healthy environment for the colony.
On your skin, propolis works with the same protective, restorative power. It is naturally rich in antioxidants, flavonoids, and other bioactive compounds that support skin health in multiple ways.
Here are five incredible ways propolis can transform your skin.
1. Calms Redness and Irritation
Propolis has powerful anti-inflammatory properties. Its plant compounds, including flavonoids and phenolic acids, help reduce redness and swelling while calming sensitive skin. If you experience flare-ups from eczema, rosacea, acne, or environmental stress, propolis can bring fast, soothing relief without the harshness of many chemical treatments.
2. Supports Natural Healing
Your skin is constantly renewing itself, but sometimes it needs extra support. Propolis helps speed up the skin’s repair process by stimulating cell regeneration and defending against infection. Studies have shown its effectiveness in helping minor cuts, scrapes, burns, and blemishes heal more quickly and with less scarring.
3. Provides Antioxidant Protection
Every day, your skin faces oxidative stress from sunlight, pollution, and environmental toxins. These factors produce free radicals that break down collagen and accelerate signs of aging. Propolis is packed with antioxidants that neutralize these free radicals, helping to protect your skin’s elasticity, tone, and youthful appearance.
4. Locks in Moisture
Healthy skin needs a strong barrier to stay hydrated. Propolis helps reinforce that barrier, preventing water loss and keeping skin soft, supple, and nourished. This makes it especially valuable during dry seasons, in harsh climates, or for anyone with naturally dry skin.
5. Creates a Protective Shield
Just as it does in the hive, propolis forms a micro-protective layer over the skin. This barrier helps defend against environmental pollutants, harmful microbes, and everyday irritants — all while allowing the skin to breathe and function normally.
Bringing Propolis Into Your Routine
While propolis can be found in its raw form, incorporating it into your daily skincare routine is easiest with a well-formulated cream. That is why Newco Natural’s Propolis Cream blends pure propolis with Aloe Vera, Jojoba Oil, and Vitamin E. Together, these ingredients deliver hydration, healing, and protection in a lightweight, non-greasy formula that is gentle enough for sensitive skin but powerful enough to tackle stubborn dryness or irritation.
Whether you are looking to calm a flare-up, speed up healing, or simply keep your skin healthy and resilient, propolis is one of nature’s most reliable allies — and it is all thanks to the incredible work of bees.
Ready to experience the benefits of propolis for yourself?