Grapefruit & Ginger Honey Lip Balm

Aloe vera is a gel harvested from the leaves of aloe plants, and has been used for hundreds of years for softening and even healing skin. Aloe has been shown to be effective for the relief of skin conditions such as sunburn, acne, and psoriasis.

Beeswax is a natural wax produced by honey bees, who use the wax to form cells in the hive for honey storage and larval and pupal protection of their young. Beeswax is anti-allergenic, anti-bacterials, anti-inflammatory, and germicidal, making it an excellent base ingredient in many products.

Cocoa butter is derived from cocoa beans, which come from the cacao plant. The naturally occurring fat in cocoa butter can form a protective barrier over skin to help hold in moisture. Cocoa butter also contains natural plant compounds called phytochemicals which may slow down skin aging by protecting against damage from harmful UV rays.

Ginger has been used as a spice and as herbal medicine for thousands of years, and has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Ginger oil has a strong, warm, and spicy scent, and is often used in aromatherapy.

Grapefruit essential oil is extracted from glands located in the peel of the grapefruit, is often used in aromatherapy, and may offer a variety of health benefits including reduced blood pressure and stress levels.

Olive oil is packed with nutrients and rich in monounsaturated fats and antioxidants, which may have benefits for skin when applied topically. Olive oil moisturizes skin, reduces the signs of aging, promotes the healing of wounds, and helps to cleanse skin.

Propolis is a sticky substance collected by bees from tree buds, sap flows, and other botanical sources. It is a complex mix of organic compounds and minerals used by bees to make their hives sterile, waterproof, and less susceptible to mold or bacteria growth. Propolis has antiseptic, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties, and is widely used in medicine.

Our honey is raw, unfiltered, and varietal. This honey is as real as you can get!

Vitamin E is a vitamin found in many foods including vegetable oils, cereals, meat, poultry, eggs, and fruits, and is an important vitamin required by the human body for the proper function of many organs.