First Aid From The Hive range of naturally active Manuka Honey skincare products repair, protect, calm and moisturise hard-working skin

(02/09/2010)

Manuka Honey is a powerful variety of honey generated from honeybees that pollinate the Manuka trees indigenous to New Zealand. The secret to Manuka Honey was first discovered by Professor Peter Molan at Waikato University, Auckland, New Zealand who published research on the anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory and anti-septic properties that make Manuka Honey such an asset to troubled skin. Manuka Honey is recognized by Doctors, beauty experts and scientists to be a beneficial ingredient for reducing redness and swelling, increasing the skin’s ability to heal, and treating conditions such as eczema, psoriasis and cracked skin.

Apicare, the Original Manuka Honey Skincare Company has the perfect solution to keep your skin gorgeous throughout the holiday season and travel-size essentials ideal for last-minute stocking-fillers. The new First Aid From The Hive range of naturally active Manuka Honey skincare products in travel-size and full size are suitable for the whole family, and promise to repair, protect, calm and moisturise hard-working skin. Apicare use world-renowned UMF 16+ grade honey in all their skincare products –guaranteeing you get the best of the buzz.

Hypoallergenic, pH balanced, antioxidant and Vitamin rich, free from Parabens, SLS, Mineral Oils, Glycol and against animal cruelty; Apicare First Aid From The Hive range contains nothing but natural goodness - guaranteed to give you gorgeous skin in no time. With a delicate scent, these everyday essentials lend a subtle sweetness to everything you do.

These full-size products are great as a gift or for yourself, keeping skin healthy, soft and radiant for the holiday season!

Calming Very Hardworkers Soap RRP £6.50

A hardworking soap deserving of the name, this vegetable based natural soap creates an indulgent creamy lather that will thoroughly cleanse dirty hands, gently exfoliating with finely ground pumice. Ideal for use after handling food in the kitchen, Naturally active Manuka Honey hydrates as it cleans and the anti-septic and anti-bacterial content helps to prevent the spread of germs. Gently fragranced with pure essential oils of Lavender and Lime that leave a fresh lingering aroma.

Very Hardworkers Handcreme RRP £15.00

A transformative balm, Very Hardworkers Handcreme is designed for badly damaged and cracked skin. This rich creme contains over 50% plant oils such as Sweet Almond Oil as well as nourishing beeswax and Manuka Honey. A thick formula that conditions cuticles, softens rough skin and helps create a moisture barrier to seal in nourishment resulting in healthy, soft, beautiful hands. This nourishing blend is great for winter skin, and perfect for use after the Very Hardworkers Soap.

Restore Me Honey Nut Body Butter RRP £14.50

A fast-absorbing body butter comprised of Manuka Honey to hydrate, Aloe Vera to soothe, oils of Macadamia, Sweet Almond and Jojoba to nourish and vegetable glycerine to seal in all the natural goodness – this body butter will become an instant favourite! Non greasy formula means you can dress quickly and stay soft and smooth all day long without stickiness. Great for wintry days with the family or festive nights out celebrating!

Revive Me Lip Balm RRP £5.00

100% natural, this sweet reviving lip balm contains nothing but the best active healing ingredients and waxes. Healing Propolis and anti-septic Manuka Honey help protect and soothe cracked, chapped lips instantly. The petrolatum-free formula means that powerful extracts such as Sweet Almond Oil, Peppermint Oil, Castor Oil and Tea Tree Oil are delivered to the epidermis without being compromised by chemical nasties! The gorgeous pot is perfect for even the tiniest clutch or ski pocket – and the long-lasting silky texture makes an ideal base-coat under lipstick.

For those last-minute stocking fillers or travel-size essentials Apicare First Aid From the Hive has just the thing...!

Cleanse Me 4-in-1 Manuka Honey Wash RRP £8.00

The ultimate in convenience, this multi-tasking wash will leave hair, face, hands and body clean, nourished and balanced and providing defence against environmental stresses. Based in 16+ UMF Manuka Honey and fortified with Aloe Vera, Green Tea Extract this mild formula pampers and refreshes skin with essential oils leaving you radiant – and creates lots of extra space in your holiday bag!

Butter Me Ultra Rich Body Butter RRP £8.00

The perfect remedy to travel-weary, dehydrated skin; Butter Me is a rich nourishing formula that combines plant butters such as Cocoa and Shea, plant oils, botanical extracts with the world renowned 16+ UMF Manuka Honey to restore vitality and hydration. Calming ingredients help to soothe irritated skin that can become inflamed from air travel. Designed to quench even the driest, thirstiest skin all over your body easily.

Hand Butter Mega Moisturiser For Hands RRP £8.00

Slightly less concentrated than the body butter, this intensive Hand Butter is designed to sink in instantly, for maximum convenience. The perfect-sized tube fits into any handbag, allowing you to moisturise on the go! The blend of powerful ingredients such as Rosehip Oil, Essential Oil of Bergamot, Geranium, Frangipani, Cinnamon, Rosemary with 16+ UMF Manuka Honey makes for a complex formula that penetrates hands, nails and cuticles for long-lasting hydration the way Nature intended!

Saving Face Skin Balancing Face Moisturiser RRP £8.00

A facial moisturiser that nourishes and protects delicate skin while fighting the environmental factors that lead to premature ageing; this light lotion sinks in immediately and feels refreshing for day and night. 16+ UMF Manuka Honey, anti-ageing vitamins and antioxidants encourage cell renewal for a natural, youthful glow while the blend of pure essential oils guarantee day-long hydration and a balanced, beautiful complexion.

Apicare is available from Fenwicks, Lloyds Pharmacy, Hillier, Van Hage and select Blue Diamond Garden Centres or online.

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