Royal Jelly is a nutrient-dense secretion produced by worker honeybees exclusively to feed the queen bee. Rich in proteins (royalactin), 10-HDA (10-hydroxy-2-decenoic acid), B-complex vitamins, amino acids, and minerals, it promotes cellular regeneration, stimulates collagen production, and provides deep nourishment. The 10-HDA component is unique to royal jelly and has demonstrated antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.
Key Skin Benefits
+ Stimulates collagen production and cellular regeneration
+ Rich in unique 10-HDA — antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory
+ Provides B-vitamins, amino acids, and minerals to skin
+ Deep nourishment for dry and aging skin
+ Promotes wound healing and tissue repair
Pros
+ + Unique nutrient profile (10-HDA, royalactin)
+ + Clinically studied for wound healing
+ + Natural and biodegradable
+ + Rich in B-complex for skin metabolism
Cons
− − Bee product allergen
− − Composition varies by season and geography
− − Can be expensive in pure form
− − Must be properly preserved — prone to microbial growth
Specifications
Property
Value
Usage Areas
Face, Eye, Body
Product Type
Leave-On, Rinse-Off
Source
Honeybee hypopharyngeal glands
Natural Level
Natural
Safety Ratings
Metric
Rating
Skin Sensitivity
2/5
Comedogenic Rating
1/5
EWG Score
1/10
Regional Regulatory Limits
Region
Leave-on %
Rinse-off %
Status
EU (CosIng)
No limit
No limit
Allowed
US (CIR/FDA)
No limit
No limit
Allowed
Japan (MHLW)
No limit
No limit
Allowed
ASEAN
No limit
No limit
Allowed
China (NMPA)
No limit
No limit
Allowed
Typical Usage % by Product Type
Product Type
Typical %
Serum / Ampoule
1 - 10%
Moisturizer
0.5 - 5%
Sheet Mask
1 - 5%
References
Fratini F et al. — Royal jelly: properties and applications. J Apic Res (2016)
Fujii A et al. — 10-HDA and wound healing. J Ethnopharmacol (1990). PMID: 2214818
Kohno K et al. — Royal jelly and skin fibroblasts. Biosci Biotechnol Biochem (2004). PMID: 14981294