Everyone knows the beneficial properties of honey and other bee products. The most concentrated and effective of these is propolis. It has long been used in the treatment of various diseases. And now his popularity has not decreased. Despite the fact that recently a lot of modern drugs have appeared, many prefer natural remedies. Therefore, propolis ointment does not lose popularity. It can be purchased at any pharmacy or made independently.
Propolis treatment
This brown substance with a pleasant smell and bitter taste is a bee glue. Propolis has a unique composition. This explains its healing effect on the body. This beekeeping product consists of wax, resins and pollen. It contains many vitamins, minerals, amino acids, flavonoids, essential oils. In addition, there are unique natural antibiotics. In action, they are stronger than existing ones. Propolis treatment has long been used in medicine.
This can be explained by the fact that it has a strong effect on the human body:
- Destroys any pathogenic microflora, leaving beneficial microorganisms intact.
- Helps blood phagocytes to remove toxins and other foreign material.
- Quickly relieves inflammation.
- Strengthens the immune system.
- It has a strong analgesic effect.
- Strengthens the walls of capillaries.
- Stimulates the regenerative properties of tissues.
Types of propolis ointment
Such a tool can be found in any pharmacy. But there are several types of ointments, so many people do not know which one to buy.
Features of their action depend on how much bee glue is in them - the main component. Propolis ointment in pharmacies is found in several varieties:
- 30% of the drug is the strongest. This ointment is used for serious lesions of the skin.
- 20% has antifungal and antibacterial effect.
- 15% ointment is used to heal wounds, cuts, bruises and bruises. It is effective against acne and erosion.
- 10% ointment is also called a cream, because the concentration of propolis allows you to use it as a skin care product.
- You can also find 2 and 3% remedy. For example, the drug "Apit". This propolis ointment is less effective. But it is successfully used to treat many skin problems. It is especially effective in combating fungal diseases, demodicosis and scabies.
- There is also a honey-propolis ointment. In it, honey enhances the effect of bee glue. This tool works well on the skin and fights many problems.
- Propolis-gum ointment has a wide range of applications. It can be used to treat various lesions of the skin. Used for hemorrhoids and acne, to prevent diaper rash in infants.
- Propolis-wax ointment moisturizes the skin, stimulates the regeneration processes and prevents the formation of scars.
Such a tool is produced by many pharmaceutical companies. Propolis is also included in the composition of such drugs: Apiflogin, Apibalzam, Apilon, Vitus Factor, Propocium, Rino Factor, Tentorium, Chilidonia and others. But they usually cost more than the original ointments, as they also have other components.
What is contained in this ointment?
The main component of this drug is propolis, it is also bee glue. Therefore, the effect of the ointment is based on the substances that make up its composition. They make it on the basis of petroleum jelly or lanolin, so it always has a thick thick consistency. Propolis dissolves only at temperatures above 36 degrees. But the uniqueness of this substance is that when heated, even for an hour, it retains all its properties. Sometimes this ointment is made on the basis of fish oil or healthy vegetable oil, most often - linseed or olive. Salicylic acid can be added to the finished product. The ointment is very effective against acne. It is used to care for problem skin.
How to make it yourself?
If such an ointment is difficult to find in a pharmacy, you can do it yourself. For this, you only need to purchase propolis from beekeepers. Any fat is taken as the basis: lanolin, butter or vegetable oil, petroleum jelly, etc. Propolis itself provides long-term storage of the ointment. You can cook it in any way. The main thing is to warm the product in a water bath for at least 5-10 minutes. The temperature should not rise above 80 degrees. In this case, all components will dissolve and mix well.
The proportions for the manufacture of the ointment depend on the purpose for which it will be used. For 100 grams of fat, you need to take 10, 20 or 30 grams of propolis. The fatty base - most often lanolin or petroleum jelly - is first heated, then crushed propolis is added. Sometimes they use its alcoholic extract, because when alcohol is added to hot oil, it immediately disappears. In the process of preparation, you can not heat the ointment more than 80 degrees, otherwise it will lose many useful properties. After complete dissolution and mixing of the components, strain it and pour it into a clean, dry jar.
If such an ointment is made on the basis of butter or olive oil, except for external use, it can be used internally. In this case, it effectively treats cough and colds.
Useful properties of ointment
All the healing properties of the drug are explained by its composition. Propolis, even in low concentrations, has a powerful effect on the body. Therefore, the ointment has the following properties:
- Destroys bacteria, viruses and fungi.
- Relieves pain and itching.
- Reduces inflammation and swelling of tissues.
- Heals wounds and stimulates the regeneration processes in the skin.
- It has a deodorizing effect.
- It softens and whitens the skin, removes coarsened areas and smoothes wrinkles.
When is it used?
Propolis ointment has a wide range of uses. She treats many skin problems, is used as rubbing for colds. It helps with many diseases:
- With hemorrhoids, it is recommended to lubricate the anus with propolis ointment several times a day after the toilet.
- For the treatment of acne or acne, 10 or 15% can be used. It needs to be applied with a thin layer and after a while wipe the remains with a napkin.
- Propolis ointment is an excellent remedy for burns and frostbite. It relieves itching, pain and inflammation.
- 20% ointment is the best medicine for sinusitis and a runny nose. For treatment, you need to insert tampons soaked in this tool into the nasal passages.
- Propolis ointment is also used to get rid of gynecological problems. It is especially effective in erosion.
- Various skin diseases are the main field of application of the drug. Ointment treats erysipelas, psoriasis, eczema, trophic ulcers, dermatitis, pressure sores, fungal infections.
- Effectively removes this drug 30% concentration of pain in arthritis, radiculitis, sciatica and other diseases of the musculoskeletal system.
Propolis ointment: instructions for use
This product is used externally: in the form of grindings, compresses or applications. There are several ways to use the ointment:
- For skin care, it is rubbed with light massage movements, the excess after a while is removed with a napkin.
- In the treatment of joint and muscle pain, 30% ointment is used, rubbing it or making warming compresses.
- Wounds, eczema and bedsores are treated with dressings soaked with this tool.
- To apply it to mucous and delicate places, cotton swabs are used. When determining the dosage, it is better to consult a doctor. It is most often recommended to apply the ointment several times a day until it is completely cured. The course is usually 2-3 weeks, then it is advisable to take a break.
Side effects and contraindications
But not all propolis ointment is suitable. Its use is contraindicated in case of individual intolerance to beekeeping products. In this case, itching, burning on the skin, redness and rash may be observed after application. It is undesirable to use ointments with propolis of high concentration in severe lesions of the liver, kidneys and biliary tract. And in other cases, the drug is well tolerated. And they use it even to treat young children.
Reviews on the use of ointment
Anyone who knows about the miraculous properties of propolis always has a drug in their medicine cabinet. Propolis ointment has been popular for many decades. Reviews note its high efficiency and good tolerance. If a person does not have an allergic reaction to bee products, the treatment of many diseases with propolis ointment will be quick and painless. Many attribute the low cost to its advantages over other drugs: on average, a remedy costs from 40 to 100 rubles, depending on the manufacturer and the concentration of propolis.
After applying the ointment, people notice a rapid cessation of pain and a decrease in inflammation. Many people like the action of this tool against acne and boils. Others use it for joint pain. There are many positive reviews about the effective treatment of colds and coughs in children with propolis ointment. Some also note that they got rid of fungal diseases that they could not cope with by other means.
Most reviews about pharmacy drugs. Self-ointment is rarely prepared. This is mainly done by people who prefer home remedies. Not everyone likes to mess with chopping and dissolving propolis. But it is believed that at home a more effective remedy is obtained. It has been successfully used to care for the skin or treat its damage, for pain in the joints or radiculitis.