Royal Jelly
What Royal Jelly is & what it does
Royal Jelly is a nutrient-rich secretion produced by worker honeybees to feed the queen. In cosmetics it is used as a skin-conditioning ingredient, prized for its mix of proteins, amino acids, fatty acids, and vitamins. It is commonly added to give a nourishing, replenishing character to creams and serums. As a bee-derived ingredient it is not vegan.
Is Royal Jelly safe?
Royal Jelly is a long-used skin-conditioning ingredient generally considered safe in cosmetics, though as a bee product it can trigger reactions in people sensitive to bee-derived materials. A patch test is wise if you have such sensitivities. We cannot give medical advice, so consult a professional for allergy concerns.
What does Royal Jelly do in skincare?
Royal Jelly works as a skin-conditioning ingredient, supplying proteins, amino acids, fatty acids, and vitamins. These give creams and serums a nourishing, replenishing character. It is used to add a rich, conditioning quality to the formula.
Is Royal Jelly vegan?
No, Royal Jelly is produced by honeybees and is an animal-derived ingredient, so it is not vegan. Products containing it are also not suitable for those avoiding bee-derived materials.
Sunscreens with Royal Jelly
We rate 5 sunscreens that contain it:
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Guerlain Abeille Royale UV Skin Defense Protective Fluid Youthful Radiance SPF 50 / Pa++++
88/100
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Her Hyness Royal Hya Water Sunscreen SPF 50+ Pa++++
74/100
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Jafra Revitalize Solar Protection Fluid Broad Spectrum Spf 50
66/100
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Burt's Bees Skin Nourishment Day Lotion With Spf 15
49/100
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Jafra Royal Boost Cover Me Sunscreen Broad Spectrum Spf 30
49/100