This review found that bee products—honey, propolis, royal jelly, bee pollen, and bee venom—contain compounds with antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties that could be useful in skincare. Honey, propolis, and pollen showed promise for wound healing and fighting bacteria and fungi, while royal jelly had anti-inflammatory and anti-aging potential. However, this was a literature review analyzing existing research, not a new study testing these ingredients on human skin.

The authors reviewed published scientific literature on bee products and their biological properties, summarizing what's known about their potential skincare applications and active compounds.

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