Beeswax, by weight

Esters – 73-75% of the total mass. Provide storage, protect it from possible biochemical reactions.
Hydrocarbons – 10-14% of the total mass.
Fatty acids, glycerin – 13-14% of the total mass.
Fatty alcohols – 1–1.25% of the total mass.
Water – 0.1-2.5% of the total mass.
It is known that the product contains more than three hundred elements. In addition to vitamins and minerals, it includes propolis, pollen residues, larval shells and other substances.

Beneficial properties of beeswax
Beeswax has enormous benefits for the human body, including:

effective treatment and prevention of many diseases;
relieving inflammatory processes in the mucous membranes of the nose, larynx, and mouth;
strengthening gums, improving a person’s condition with periodontal disease;
eliminating bad habits and cravings for nicotine;
accelerating the healing of wounds caused by mechanical means, burns, frostbite;
elimination of trophic ulcers, eczema, psoriasis.
The product contains antibiotics of natural origin, and therefore it has an antibacterial, preservative effect. It is used in the treatment of diseases:

angina;
sinusitis;
arthritis;
arthrosis;
polyarthritis;
radiculitis.
In addition, it is considered an excellent pain reliever, adsorbent. It is used for compresses, to improve blood circulation.

Can you eat beeswax?
People usually wonder if honeycomb wax can be eaten when they first hear about this beekeeping product. Experts give a clear answer – “yes”. However, it is important to adhere to the daily dosage, which does not exceed 10 grams of the product. Otherwise, an overdose condition may develop, which is manifested by symptoms such as:

skin itching;
peeling;
rashes;
hives.
If such a reaction occurs, it is important to immediately stop using it. It is also worth seeing a specialist so that he can decide on the need to prescribe medications.

Chewing waxIt is known that chewing wax is a pleasant, useful activity. This product disinfects the oral cavity and cleans it. Stimulates the production of saliva, gastric juice, which has a beneficial effect on the digestion process.

How to use beeswax?
Beeswax is a useful substance, which has made its use popular in medicine, cosmetology, food, and electrical engineering. Chewing the product for sore throat, stomatitis, and gingivitis can speed up recovery. The chewing process also cleans teeth from plaque, gums stop bleeding, and the stomach begins to work "like a clock."

For medical purposes, wax can also be used externally. Applying it to calluses and corns helps get rid of them quickly. Mixing it with dried yarrow and applying the mixture to the maxillary sinuses will help to cope with sinusitis. In addition, the substance can be used as a moisturizing mask if mixed with butter and vegetable juice.

Beeswax mask
Wax is useful for hand skin care. It helps moisturize, prevents premature aging, and protects against harmful environmental factors. Applying it to the nail plate helps strengthen it. It is ideal for damaged hair care when mixed with olive and coconut oils and drops of ylang-ylang tincture.

It is important to warm up mixtures with beeswax before applying them to the skin or hair. Then the substance penetrates the skin faster and has a better effect on it. However, in order for the effect of its use to be really noticeable, when purchasing the product, it is worth checking whether it is a fake.

How to distinguish real beeswax from a fake?
Naturalness is determined by the following characteristics:

• it does not stick to teeth and gums during chewing;
• smells like honey, propolis;
• has light yellow or dark yellow shades;
• a matte film appears on the cut;
• when rubbed between fingers, no greasy marks remain on the skin;
• after removal from the honeycomb, its shavings do not crumble;
• is unsinkable;
• does not produce soot or residue when burning;
• the ingot is always of a regular, non-concave shape.
• If the product you are buying does not have the specified qualities, do not waste your money, it is better to contact another seller. It would be better to buy from beekeepers who have been breeding bees for a long time, who know how to collect and process it.

How to store at home?
Beeswax is highly durable. This means that it is practically not subject to chemical reactions during storage. It is not hygroscopic, is not oxidized by oxygen cells, and is not able to dry out or lose weight. In addition, various microorganisms cannot affect it in any way.

However, it is worth considering that wax absorbs surrounding odors. For this reason, it is better to store it in a separate place, specially designated for this purpose. Owners of private houses should take care that there are no rats, mice, wax moth larvae in it, as all these creatures love to feast on beeswax. Wooden containers are best suited. The product should be stored at a temperature not exceeding 20°C.

Beeswax is a unique product that has no analogues. This is confirmed by both its composition and beneficial properties. However, despite all the advantages of its use, it is important to consult a specialist before starting to use it. Do not forget that beeswax is the strongest allergen and its thoughtless use can cause more harm than good.