Bee venom, with its special components, is an effective natural bee product in fighting wrinkles and signs of aging. Its effectiveness in tightening the skin and increasing skin elasticity by stimulating collagen and elastin synthesis has been the subject of many scientific studies.
So how does bee venom have a natural Botox effect?
- Bee venom can easily penetrate the depths of the skin thanks to the hyaluronidases it contains.
- It stimulates smooth muscles through its melittin content.
- By increasing blood circulation, it supports the migration of collagen and elastin fibers to the applied area.
- Increased collagen and elastin make the skin firmer, more vibrant, and improve skin elasticity.
With this mechanism, it is known that bee venom has anti-aging and anti-wrinkle effects on the skin, effectively reducing fine lines and diminishing the appearance of deep wrinkles.
The Anti-Aging and Anti-Wrinkle Effect of Bee Venom on the Skin
A scientific study conducted in 2015 investigated the effect of bee venom on facial wrinkles induced by photoaging and the natural aging process. Twenty-two women between the ages of 30-49 participated in the study.
The participants met the criteria for inclusion in the study determined by the dermatologist. Ten participants had mild photodamage, while twelve had moderate skin damage. For 12 weeks, the participants used bee venom with a concentration of 0.006 % twice a day.
The study showed that bee venom serum treatment improved facial wrinkles by reducing the wrinkle area, total wrinkle count, and average depth. Researchers concluded that using bee venom as an anti-wrinkle agent in skin care products may be safe and effective.
Source:
Han, Sang Mi, et al. “The Beneficial Effects of Honeybee-Venom Serum on Facial Wrinkles in Humans.” Clinical interventions in aging 10 (2015): 1587.
