Cosmetic Applications of Bee Venom

    November 2021 in “ Toxins ”
    Aida A. Abd El‐Wahed, Shaden A. M. Khalifa, Mohamed H. Elashal, Syed Ghulam Musharraf, Aamer Saeed, Alfi Khatib, Haroon Elrasheid Tahir, Xiaobo Zou, Yahya Al Naggar, Arshad Mehmood, Kai Wang, Hesham R. El‐Seedi
    TLDR Bee venom is used in cosmetics for skin issues but may cause allergic reactions.
    The document reviewed the cosmetic applications of bee venom (BV) for various skin conditions, highlighting its anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and regenerative properties. BV showed promise in treating atopic dermatitis, acne vulgaris, androgenetic alopecia, vitiligo, and psoriasis. In a study with 136 patients, BV reduced symptoms of atopic dermatitis, while in a study with 30 volunteers, it reduced acne inflammation. BV promoted hair growth in mice and improved wound healing in diabetic models. It also reduced wrinkles in a study with 22 women and showed potential in treating vitiligo and psoriasis. Despite its benefits, concerns about allergic reactions and the need for further research on safety and standardization were emphasized.
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