We are aware that beeswax does not grow in flower meadows. What you often find there, however, are its producers: honey bees. 🐝 The wax is not collected, but "sweated out" by the construction bees and then formed into honeycombs. What is primarily a by-product of honey production is valued in natural cosmetics above all for its antibacterial and moisture-preserving effect. The upcycled wax contains provitamin A, which supports cell renewal and also protects the skin from external influences.
Beeswax is a natural ingredient, but not a vegan one. As with all natural animal raw materials, it is up to the beekeeper how carefully the bees are worked with. However, because we disapprove of cruel processes in the "harvesting" of the wax, we make sure that cruelty-free guidelines are strictly adhered to when selecting our suppliers.
An alternative to beeswax is paraffin, which in turn is based on mineral oil.
Plant wax, which we also use in some of our products, would at first glance be a "greener" option. After more detailed research, however, we know that production means clearing forest areas and thus destroying human and animal habitats. Fertilizers and pesticides cause water pollution and one-sided planting leads to ever larger monocultures. Plant-based? Yes. More sustainable for the overall ecological balance? Not really.
We are aware that we live in a world full of compromises. We at HELFE always try to choose the least harmful path. Do you have a (strong) opinion on this topic? Write to us in the comments, your input is very welcome.
