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Hey Honey BE CLEAR - Skin Purifying Bee Propolis Drops

Name: Hey Honey - BE CLEAR - Skin Purifying Bee Propolis Drops
Brand: Hey Honey

Efficacy0/100IrritancyMedium

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Anti-blemish

Beta-glucan, Pistacia lentiscus gum + 1 more

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What the product description says

“Revitalize and purify your skin with our oil-free Bee Propolis drops, featuring 99% natural ingredients to clarify, balance, and restore complex and compromised skin, while effectively combating redness, discomfort, and acne.”

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Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.

Beta-glucanEffect: LowHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.45–1%

Pistacia lentiscus gumEffect: LowA tree rasin that could temporarily tighten the skin and might help regulate sebum production, but the research on its effectiveness in skin is lacking~0.05–0.2%

Camellia sinensis leaf extractEffect: Low, below effective doseCan contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation~0.4–0.9%

Moisturizing

Side benefit · Propolis extract, Glycerin + 14 more

Works

This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.

The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water. When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job: anhydroxylitol, glycerin.

This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: cocos nucifera oil, caprylyl glycol.

Propolis extractKey activeEffect: MediumA complex substance produced by honey bees. Can have anti-bacterial and some anti-oxidant effect. Is an allergen and can be irritating~3.6–5.5%

GlycerinKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant~2.6–3.9%

Sodium lactateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product~2–3%

XylitylglucosideKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function~1.6–2.5%

Cocos nucifera oilKey active· Emollient, OcclusiveEffect: HighAn emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic~1.3–1.9%

Sodium hyaluronateKey active· HumectantEffect: HighOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin~1–1.5%

AnhydroxylitolKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function~0.85–1.25%

Honey extractKey active· HumectantEffect: MediumHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.5–1.2%

Beta-glucanKey activeEffect: HighHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles~0.45–1%

SarcosineKey active· HumectantEffect: HighHelps to enhance the penetration of other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin~0.35–0.8%

Magnesium aspartateKey activeEffect: MediumMight be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and calm down inflammation in skin~0.05–0.1%

Propylene glycol· HumectantEffect: LowHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating~0.15–0.55%

Caprylyl glycol· Humectant, EmollientEffect: LowHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture~0.15–0.55%

Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powderEffect: LowTraditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin~0.05–0.3%

Lactic acidUnder-dosedAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)~0.3–0.7%

Can it cause trouble?

Irritancy

1 strong irritant: Elettaria cardamomum seed extract

Medium risk

We flagged 13 ingredients with irritancy potential. Severity depends on your sensitivity threshold; the table lists the worst offenders first.

IngredientFunctionIrritationEst. amount

Propolis extractA complex substance produced by honey bees. Can have anti-bacterial and some anti-oxidant effect. Is an allergen and can be irritatingHigh~3.6–5.5%est.

Lonicera japonica flower extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritatingHigh~0.4–0.95%est.

Lonicera caprifolium flower extractA plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.6%est.

Propylene glycolHelps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritatingHigh~0.15–0.55%est.

Elettaria cardamomum seed extractUsed as a fragranceHigh~0.05–0.2%est.

Pistacia lentiscus gumA tree rasin that could temporarily tighten the skin and might help regulate sebum production, but the research on its effectiveness in skin is lackingHigh~0.05–0.2%est.

Sodium lactateHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the productMedium~2–3%est.

Honey extractHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skinMedium~0.5–1.2%est.

Ceratonia siliqua gumUsed to stabilize product formulations and create thicker consistencyMedium~0.4–0.95%est.

Lactic acidAn exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)Medium~0.3–0.7%est.

1,2-hexanediolA preservativeMedium~0.1–0.45%est.

Caprylyl glycolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product textureMedium~0.15–0.55%est.

Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powderTraditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skinMedium~0.05–0.3%est.

Comedogenic

1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale

1 flagged

These ingredients have a comedogenic rating of 2 or more on a 0–5 scale; the table shows each one's rating. In leave-on products they can clog pores in acne-prone skin.

IngredientFunctionRatingEst. amount

Cocos nucifera oilAn emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic3/5~1.3–1.9%est.

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Water~40–60%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Plain old water

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Propanediol~4.5–6.7%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

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Propolis extract~3.6–5.5%

Key activeIrritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-oxidationAntibacterial

A complex substance produced by honey bees. Can have anti-bacterial and some anti-oxidant effect. Is an allergen and can be irritating

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Glycerin~2.6–3.9%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

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Sodium lactate~2–3%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is often used to adjust the pH level of the product

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Xylitylglucoside~1.6–2.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function

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Sodium cocoyl amino acids~1.4–2.2%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

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Cocos nucifera oil~1.3–1.9%

Key activeComedogenic 3/5

Irritation risk: Low
Comedogenicity: 3/5

Works for

Moisturizing

An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic

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Amino acid

Not recognized

Sodium hyaluronate~1–1.5%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin

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Anhydroxylitol~0.85–1.25%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function

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Honey extract~0.5–1.2%

Key activeIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Beta-glucan~0.45–1%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Reduces irritationMoisturizingAnti-inflammatoryAnti-blemishAnti-oxidationAnti-aging

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles

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Lonicera japonica flower extract~0.4–0.95%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating

More about Lonicera japonica flower extract

Camellia sinensis leaf extract~0.4–0.9%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

AntibacterialAnti-oxidationAnti-agingMoisturizingEvens skin toneAnti-blemish

Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation

More about Camellia sinensis leaf extract

Ceratonia siliqua gum~0.4–0.95%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Used to stabilize product formulations and create thicker consistency

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Xanthan gum~0.35–0.85%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Cleansing

Used to create a thicker product consistency

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Sarcosine~0.35–0.8%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps to enhance the penetration of other ingredients and attract water to the upper layer of the skin

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Lactic acid~0.3–0.7%

Under-dosedIrritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Evens skin toneMoisturizingExfoliationAnti-aging

An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)

More about Lactic acid

Xylitol~0.2–0.75%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function

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Lonicera caprifolium flower extract~0.15–0.6%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-oxidation

A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can contain volalite oils and be irritating

More about Lonicera caprifolium flower extract

Propylene glycol~0.15–0.55%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating

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1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.45%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

A preservative

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Caprylyl glycol~0.15–0.55%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

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Sodium phytate~0.1–0.4%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

Used to stabilize product formulations

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Boswellia serrata extract~0.1–0.35%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder~0.05–0.3%

Irritant · medium

Irritation risk: Medium

Works for

Moisturizing

Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin

More about Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder

Elettaria cardamomum seed extract~0.05–0.2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Used as a fragrance

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Pistacia lentiscus gum~0.05–0.2%

Irritant · high

Irritation risk: High

Works for

Anti-blemish

A tree rasin that could temporarily tighten the skin and might help regulate sebum production, but the research on its effectiveness in skin is lacking

More about Pistacia lentiscus gum

Magnesium aspartate~0.05–0.1%

Key active

Irritation risk: Low

Works for

MoisturizingAnti-inflammatory

Might be helpful in restoring skin barrier function and calm down inflammation in skin

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Potassium aspartate~0.05–0.1%

Formula

Irritation risk: Low

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Ingredient list view

Water, Propanediol, Propolis extract, Glycerin, Sodium lactate, Xylitylglucoside, Sodium cocoyl amino acids, Cocos nucifera oil, Unknown, Sodium hyaluronate, Anhydroxylitol, Honey extract, Beta-glucan, Lonicera japonica flower extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Ceratonia siliqua gum, Xanthan gum, Sarcosine, Lactic acid, Xylitol, Lonicera caprifolium flower extract, Propylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Sodium phytate, Boswellia serrata extract, Aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, Elettaria cardamomum seed extract, Pistacia lentiscus gum, Magnesium aspartate, Potassium aspartate

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Product summary

"Hey Honey - BE CLEAR - Skin Purifying Bee Propolis Drops" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.

Ingredient callouts

Humectants (sarcosine 0.35% - 0.80%, anhydroxylitol 0.85% - 1.25%, sodium hyaluronate 1.00% - 1.50%, xylitylglucoside 1.60% - 2.50%, sodium lactate 2.00% - 3.00% and glycerin 2.60% - 3.90%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.

Sources cited in this review

Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.

1
Propolis: A Wonder Bees Product and Its Pharmacological Potentialsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
2
Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functionsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
3
Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
4
Hyaluronan (Hyaluronic Acid): a natural moisturizer for skin careresearchgate.net
5
β-Glucans: Multi-Functional Modulator of Wound Healingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
6
Anti-Wrinkle Therapy: Significant New Findings in the Non-Invasive Cosmetic Treatment of Skin Wrinkles with Beta-Glucanonlinelibrary.wiley.com
7
Skin Health Promotion Effects of Natural Beta-Glucan Derived from Cereals and Microorganisms: A Reviewonlinelibrary.wiley.com
8
Anticancer properties of low molecular weight oat beta-glucan – An in vitro studysciencedirect.com
9
A critical review on production and industrial applications 2 of beta-glucanssciencedirect.com
10
Improving skin function with CM-glucan, a biological response modifier from yeastonlinelibrary.wiley.com
11
Preparation, characterization, and biological properties of β-glucansncbi.nlm.nih.gov
12
Characterization of a new beta(1-3)-glucan branching activity of Aspergillus fumigatusncbi.nlm.nih.gov
13
VOLATILE CONSTITUENTS FROM THE FLOWERS OF TWO SPECIES OF HONEYSUCKLE ( LONICERA JAPONICA AND LONICERA CAPRIFOLIUM )semanticscholar.org
14
Chemical composition of the essential oils from the flower, leaf and stem of Lonicera japonicancbi.nlm.nih.gov
15
On the Safety Assessment of Galactomannans As Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
16
Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
17
Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
18
Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
19
Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
20
Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
21
The influence of alkane chain length on the skin irritation potential of 1,2-alkanediolsncbi.nlm.nih.gov
22
Mastic liposome treatment for shiny and impure skinmibellebiochemistry.com
23
Magnesium ions inhibit the antigen-presenting function of human epidermal Langerhans cells in vivo and in vitro. Involvement of ATPase, HLA-DR, B7 molecules, and cytokinesncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Hey HoneyBE CLEAR - Skin Purifying Bee Propolis Drops

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