Effects of cosmetics containing purified honeybee (Apis mellifera L.) venom on acne vulgaris.
- Author:
Han, Sang Mi
;
Lee, Kwang Gill
;
Pak, Sok Cheon
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- From:
Journal of Integrative Medicine
2013;11(5):320-6
- CountryChina
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Acne vulgaris is a chronic dermatologic problem with multiple factors involved in its pathogenesis. Alternative solutions to acne treatment were instigated by antibiotic resistance despite of its extensive use. Purified bee venom (PBV) has been proposed as a promising candidate for that purpose. The present study was designed to confirm the antibacterial effect of PBV and access the efficacy of cosmetics containing PBV in subjects with acne vulgaris.
