A range of bee products are used in dermatological, skincare and cosmetic products. These include honey, propolis, royal jelly, bee pollen, bee bread, beeswax and bee venom. Bee products are often found in lip balms, anti-aging skins creams and moisturisers.
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Lanolin is an oil naturally secreted from sheep skin. It is a natural emollient that can be used to trap moisture in skin and hair. It is generally used in products for its ability to hydrate and soften. It can aslo used in lip balm, shampoo, moisturisers, and anti-aging creams.
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Tallow is rendered beef or mutton fat. Common cosmetic ingredients like glycerin and oleic acid can be extracted from tallow. It has been traditionally used in a range of cosmetic products including eye makeup, lipsticks, makeup bases and foundations, shampoos & more.
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Keratin is a natural protein found in your hair, skin and nails. It is a key structural material for the outer layer of the skin. Keratin is derived from the feathers, horns, hooves and wool of animals. It is commonly used in skin care and hair care products.
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Hyaluronic acid is a sugar molecule that naturally occurs in the skin. It can be found in a range of skin care products including serums, sheet masks, and moisturisers. Commercially produced hyaluronic acid is often derived from rooster combs.
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