PROPOLIS

Occurrence

Propolis is a natural product of bees.

Uses

propolis is once considered a mystical cure for such problems as infections and troubled skin. Chemists recognize propolis as having a potential sun protective function, and many preparations for acne problems also contain propolis as an active substance for its healing, cleansing, and anti-seborrhoeic properties. It is also moisturizing and can help smooth the skin. Propolis is made up of resins, balsam, various waxes, essential oils, pollen, flavonoids, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals. This is a component of beeswax, often referred to by beekeepers as “bee glue.” It is collected from trees, shrubs, flowers, and other types of plants visited by bees.

Uses

Propolis is a resinous substance found in beehives (beeglue). Collected by bees from poplar buds. Contains flavonoid aglycones and the main allergen is 1,1-dimethylallyl caffeic acid ester.

Definition

ChEBI: Guaiacol is a monomethoxybenzene that consists of phenol with a methoxy substituent at the ortho position. It has a role as an expectorant, a disinfectant, a plant metabolite and an EC 1.1.1.25 (shikimate dehydrogenase) inhibitor. It is functionally related to a catechol.