Royal jelly is a protein-rich honeybee secretion used in the nutrition of larvae and adult queens. It is 67% water, 12.5% protein, 11% simple sugars, 5% fatty acids, and also contains trace minerals, B vitamins, and vitamin C.
Royal jelly is beneficial for skincare because its primary components — amino acids, sugars, lipids, minerals, and vitamins — work together to:
• Moisturize and protect skin from dehydration
• Reduce inflammation
• Support collagen (amino acids are a component of collagen)
• Improve the appearance of wrinkles and stretch marks
• Normalize fat secretions to reduce oiliness
Royal jelly also has antibiotic and fungicidal properties.