Kate Middleton, Dannii Minogue, Michelle Pfeiffer, Gwyneth Paltrow and many others are reported to be using a Bee Venom Face Mask made from New Zealand Bee Venom.
Womens Day August 2011
Bee Venom masks have been touted as being a natural alternative to botox, and have been credited last year with making the Duchess of Cornwall, 63 year old Camilla Parker Bowles, look years younger.
Plumps, lifts & firms
the look of skin
The combination of natural ingredients (including the very best NZ Bee Venom & Manuka Honey) work in synergy to keep you looking your youthful best.
Until recently Bee Venom masks have only been available in the UK using Bee Venom imported from New Zealand. With nearly 20 years in the 'Bee' industry Abeeco is proud to be able to offer this quality product in New Zealand using our rare and pure local Bee Venom.
"I love this new product. My sister, whom I gave a pot to as a gift also says people have noticed the improvement in her appearance. My daughter-in-law has tried the product from my container and is sold after 4 days use. Thank you again and I will certainly promote your excellent product." Christine, Tauranga
How does it work?
Directions for use
Warnings and Precautions
Ingredients
Commonly asked Questions
In the media
How does it work?
The Bee venom contained in this product is used to fool the skin into thinking it has been lightly stung. This in turn stimulates the production of the naturally occurring chemicals collagen and elastin, thereby creating a tightening and smoothing effect. The effects are cumulative, that is, the longer you use it the more obvious the effects will be. A tautening effect can generally be felt soon after application.
Other ingredients include New Zealands famous Manuka Honey and Shea Butter to sooth, soften and calm the skin.
Directions for use
Suitable for all skin types.
The first time you use this product we recommend you do a patch test. Apply a small amount on a section of your face and leave on for 20 minutes.
This product can be used as either a mask or a cream.
As a mask:
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Massaging gently, apply a generous layer to your face and neck twice daily and leave for 20 minutes. Wash off.
As a cream:
Morning
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Apply a thin layer evenly over the face and neck, massaging gently.
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Follow with your usual moisturizer.
Evening
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Massaging gently, apply a generous layer over the face and neck and leave on overnight.
Please note: A slight tightening sensation upon application is normal, this is just the Bee Venom getting to work. If you don't feel a tightening sensation, don't worry, it's still working!
Warnings and Precautions:
Do not use this product if you have an allergy to bees stings or any of the ingredients listed below.
Patch test recommended.
Discontinue to use if skin allergy or discomfort occurs.
Do not use if skin is injured or swollen.
Avoid direct exposure to sunlight and high temperature.
Store in cool, dry place.
Keep out of reach of children.
Ingredients
Bee Venom,
Manuka Honey,
Manuka Oil,
Jojoba Seed Oil,
Cocoa Butter,
Shea Butter,
Lavender Oil,
Vitamin C,
Vitamin E,
Beta Carotene,
Aqua.
Paraben Free.
Commonly asked Questions
How do you get the Venom from the bees? Do the bees die in the process?
A special glass surface is placed alongside the Hive and a weak electrical current is run through it, which encourages the Bees to gently sting the glass. The tiny amount of Bee Venom is collected from that glass surface. Because the bees are stinging a surface they can't penetrate, their abdomens remain intact - so they don't die.
What are the main active ingredients in Abeeco’s Bee Venom Mask?
The very best Bee venom and Manuka Honey from New Zealand
Is it safe for all skin types ?
Yes it ideally suited for people of all genders, all ages and skin types who wish to have youthful looking skin.
Do you have to do a patch test on the skin ?
Yes as with any beauty product a patch test on a small area of skin should be done before application.
How quickly can results be expected?
Everybody’s skin is different and therefore everybody’s skin reacts in different ways to treatment. You may see small results straight away but for some it may take longer. The effects are cumulative, i.e. the longer you use the product, the better the results.
Does it have any side effects ?
No it has no known side effects unless you have a Bee Allergy.
How is this different to other products on the market ?
This is the first skincare product produced in New Zealand containing the majic active ingredient, Bee Venom. It’s this magic ingredient that gives the tightening, plumping and firming effect.
In the media
NZ Herald (Viva) June 2011 - extract:
Viva has tried out the Abeeco Bee Venom Mask and......it did have a slight tautening effect upon application."
TV3 Thursday April 2011:
Reports have surfaced today that Kate Middleton has been preparing for her big day by using the ‘Bee Venom Mask, a skin treatment which involves applying a slightly stingy mix of New Zealand manuka honey and bee poison to your face."
NZ Herald Thursday April 2011:
Kate Middleton may have been using venom from New Zealand bees as a face treatment ahead of her wedding.
The royal bride is reported to have taken the beauty tip from Prince William's stepmother, the Duchess of Cornwall.
The Bee Venom Mask, supposedly an alternative to botox, was credited last year with making Camilla, 63, look years younger.
The cream, which is sold online and in specialist boutiques, is said to work by gently stinging the skin, leaving a tingling sensation and causing the body to direct blood flow to the area.
It claims to stimulate the production of collagen and elastin, which reduce wrinkles by relaxing and strengthening the muscles.
Beauty therapist Deborah Mitchell, who runs the Heaven salon in Shropshire, in the West Midlands, sources the venom from organic hives at Nelson Honey, in Tapawera, 30km south of Nelson.
To extract the venom, a pane of glass is placed alongside the hive and a small electrical current is run through it, which encourages the insects to sting the surface.
Tiny quantities of the venom are then collected and sent to Britain.
It costs £27,000 ($55,200) an ounce but the venom is diluted, to make it less painful to apply, to just 1 per cent of the mask. A 50ml jar costs £55 ($112).
The cream is also mixed with New Zealand Manuka honey, shea butter and rose and lavender oils.
Used twice a day for 20 minutes, the bee treatment can apparently knock up to 10 years off facial appearance.
Ms Mitchell is also reported to treat other celebrities such as Dannii Minogue, Michelle Pfeiffer and Gwyneth Paltrow.
Ms Mitchell has said: "The bee venom completely changed Dannii Minogue and my other clients love it so much that we have waiting lists.."
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