Beeswax: Uses, Properties and Benefits

Introduction

Have you ever wondered how beeswax can be used? This natural substance has many uses, including making candles, embalming, and even cosmetic products. But did you know that beeswax may also be good for your health?

Beeswax is a natural substance produced by bees from the secretions of their wax glands. This material is white or light yellow in color and has a soft and sticky texture. Beeswax has many uses, including candle making, embalming, food industry, cosmetic industry, and medical use. Also, beeswax has antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, softening, moisturizing, and hydrating properties.

Next, this text examines the various uses of beeswax and its properties.

Uses of beeswax

• Candle making: Beeswax is one of the most common materials used in candle making. This material is suitable for making candles because of its low melting point and water resistance.
• Embalming: Beeswax is used in embalming bodies to protect them from decomposition. Due to its antimicrobial properties, this substance can prevent the corruption of corpses.
• Food industry: Beeswax is used as a food additive to preserve moisture and prevent food from crumbling. This substance is also found in some dairy products, such as cheese and butter.
• Cosmetics: Beeswax is used in cosmetic products such as creams, lotions and lipsticks. This material is useful for skin and hair due to its softening and moisturizing properties.
• Health industries: Beeswax is used in health products such as toothpaste and shampoo. Due to its antimicrobial properties, this substance can prevent the growth of bacteria and fungi.

Benefits of beeswax for health

• Helps Lower Cholesterol: Beeswax may help lower LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) and increase HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol).
• Strengthening the immune system: Beeswax may help strengthen the immune system.
• Improve skin health: Beeswax may help improve skin health. This substance can help keep the skin moist and protect it from damage.
• Pain and Inflammation Relief: Beeswax may help relieve pain and inflammation. This substance can help reduce pain caused by conditions such as arthritis and migraine.

How does it work?

Wax may help lower cholesterol levels, prevent infection, and help protect the stomach from ulcers caused by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

What are the uses and effectiveness of wax?

Small tears in the lining of the anus (anal fissures). Preliminary research shows that applying a mixture of wax, honey and olive oil to the affected area for 12 hours reduces pain, bleeding and itching caused by anal fissures.

Burns. Preliminary research shows that using gauze with a mixture of wax, olive oil and alkana for second degree burns accelerates healing and shortens the time spent in the hospital. Other preliminary research shows that using a special wax cream can reduce itching caused by burn healing.

diaper rash. Preliminary research shows that applying a mixture of beeswax, honey and olive oil to the affected area four Once a day for 7 days, it reduces the symptoms of diaper rash or burns.

Hemorrhoids- Early research shows that applying a mixture of beeswax, honey and olive oil to the affected area for 12 Clock reduces pain, bleeding and itching caused by hemorrhoids.

Swelling (inflammation) and ulcers inside the mouth (mucositis). Early research shows that using A mixture of honey, propolis-olive oil extract, and beeswax applied to mouth ulcers caused by cancer treatment helps speed up healing time in people with severe ulcers. But it may not work well in people with moderate wounds. Also, using honey by itself may be better than wax mixture.

Tinea corporis Preliminary research It shows that using a mixture of wax, honey and olive oil on the affected area three times a day for 4 weeks improves baldness.

Tinea cruris . Preliminary research shows that using a mixture of wax, honey and olive oil in the affected area Once a day for 4 weeks, it improves Jack's itch.

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• Diarrhea
• Hiccup
• High amounts of cholesterol or other fats in the blood (hyperlipidemia).
• Pain
• Stomach ulcer
• Other items.

More evidence is needed to evaluate the effectiveness of wax for these uses.

Beeswax Side Effects

Beeswax is generally safe for most people. However, some people may be allergic to beeswax. Symptoms of beeswax allergy may include hives, swelling, and shortness of breath. Pregnant and lactating women should consult their doctor before using beeswax.

Conclusion

Beeswax is a natural substance with various uses. This substance has various health benefits as well. However, it is important to consider the side effects of beeswax before using it.

References

• Al-Waili, S. A. A. (2019). A review of the potential health benefits of beeswax. *Nutrients*, 11(1), 147.

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• El-Sharkawy, M. H. (2020). The effect of beeswax on cholesterol and other cardiovascular risk factors. *Nutrients*, 12(12), 3563.

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• Al-Waili, A. A. (2022). The use of beeswax in the treatment of anal fissures: A systematic review. *Journal of the American College of Surgeons*, 234(2), 280-288.

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