Honey and Beeswax

from bees, Apis mellifera

We source naturally organic Tasmanian, unprocessed (raw) leatherwood honey and multi-floral Tasmanian beeswax. The beehives are placed on the edge of the wilderness of Tasmania’s World Heritage ancient west coast rainforests. Honey and beeswax have been used in skin and mouth products for generations. They are well-known as:

Skin enhancers: they inhibit the growth of bacteria, such as staphylococcus aureus and candida albicans, thereby helping to prevent and treat skin conditions like dermatitis, psoriasis and eczema;
Skin moisturisers: they are natural humectants, protecting and repairing rough, dry or chapped skin because they can lock in moisture;
Anti-inflammatories: they have strong antiseptic, healing and anti-inflammatory properties to aid conditions like acne, jock itch and other fungal itching problems;
Stretchmark eliminators: their vitamin A helps produce collagen to fight stretch marks. In his book, How to Use Beeswax and Honey to Cure Skin Problems, author Gene Ashburner explained their rich emollient properties, which soften and rehydrate the skin as well as aiding in the healthy development of cellular reconstruction. They are also non-comedogenic – they won’t clog pores;
Relaxers: they possess natural aromatherapy properties that relieve stress and promote positivity.

We lovingly mix these golden gourmet ingredients into many of our products. Experience them!

Manuka Honey (bottom image) is a special type of mono-floral honey which is produced by bees that gather nectar from the flowers that grow on the Manuka bush (also known as Leptospermum scoparium) which grows in Tasmania, certain parts of Australia and New Zealand. Studies have found that Manuka Honey contains very powerful antibacterial, antimicrobial, antiviral, antioxidant, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal properties. Methylglyoxal is a compound identified as the active ingredient responsible for the anti-bacterial action of Manuka honey. The higher the Methylglyoxal level, the greater the antibacterial effect it has. We add this honey to our lip balm.