| abstract |
A composition for use in promoting the reconstruction of skin damaged by wounds, inflammations and burns comprises bee venom as an active ingredient, wherein the composition comprises from 0.001% to 10% (w/v) of bee sting poison. The composition also possesses anti-wrinkle and anti-aging activities and may be used as an anti-wrinkle or UV protection formulation. The composition may be formulated as an ointment, dressing, patch or cosmetic having anti-bacterial activities against causative strains of secondary infections. |