3Bee And The Garden Of Ariadne: Eco-Bio With Honey

3Bee is the Nature Tech company that develops technologies for the protection of biodiversity. 3Bee Hive-Tech is 3Bee's first system for analysing the health and 'starvation' status of honeybees, environmental pests par excellence. Over time, we have developed other technologies to study and monitor all the pollinating insects and created more than 200 Oases of Biodiversity with thousands of nectariferous plants to provide them with nourishment. Thus, we want to create a virtuous circle: our beekeepers are transformed by necessity into Oasis growers and promoters of environmental biodiversity. We do not encourage massive production and intensive breeding, which have a negative impact on biodiversity and pollinators. We do, however, recognise the value of honey as a valuable symbol of the biodiversity of an environment and a tool for disseminating the commitment and protection of an area, to be consumed sparingly and with respect for the life cycle of these insects.

Eco-organic cosmetics, above all, is distinguished by its interest in natural, genuine products that respect the environment and our health. It is therefore no coincidence that the companies promoting this 'conscious cosmetics' have approached the world of bees and our environmental sustainability projects. An example of this is The Garden of Ariadne, an e-commerce of eco-biological products, which since 2006 has stood out for its focus on the search for valuable products that respect the environment and our health.

It was precisely from these shared interests that a wonderful collaboration was born! The Garden of Ariadne has decided to adopt a beehive monitored with 3Bee systems, supporting as many as 60,000 bees and thus contributing to the pollination of some 60 million flowers! Bees are extremely important for our planet because they are true 'agents of biodiversity'. To their daily pollination work we also owe most of the food we eat every day. What would the world be like without bees? It is certainly not a trivial question, given the numerous dangers that are putting the survival of these pollinating insects under strain.

Our collaboration with Ariadne's Garden, however, also gives you the chance to lend a hand to the environment and these precious animals. With every order of eco-bio products on the Giardino di Arianna website you will receive a discount voucher to allow you to adopt your very own beehive, remotely monitor its health and receive its precious honey at home. In this way, not only will you be able to help the environment by choosing eco-biological products and supporting bees, but you will also be able to have genuine honey to use not only in your cooking, but also for your 'cosmetic experiments'!

Honey, in fact, has so many properties. It is moisturising and emollient, which makes it an excellent ally for our skin and hair. As if that were not enough, it is also rich in antioxidants, which fight cellular ageing, and has numerous antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Its uses, however, do not end there. Honey is also excellent for hair and scalp care. It is very useful for treating dry and brittle hair and keeping it strong and shiny. Applied regularly, it helps combat dandruff and the itching associated with it. In what ways, however, can we use honey to care for our bodies? There are many homemade and eco-bio solutions to choose from, but they all need a quality raw material. Honey from your beehive is definitely for you!

Dry skin: thanks to its composition, it not only allows the skin to have the right moisture, but also gives it a healthier and more radiant appearance. To make it soft and supple, you can apply honey combined with sweet almond oil or white yoghurt directly to your skin. Alternatively, you can use honey without the addition of other products. Impure skin: thanks to its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, honey is an excellent ally for impure and acne-prone skin. With some fine raw honey mixed with propolis you can create a portentous purifying mask. You can also use honey and lemon to thoroughly cleanse the skin. Mature skin: honey also exerts a real anti-ageing effect thanks to the antioxidant substances it contains. Combining honey with other highly nourishing and regenerating substances such as avocado oil, macamadia oil and rose essence results in perfect compounds.

Sensitive skins: honey comes to the aid of all skin types, even the most sensitive. In fact, it is very useful to alleviate redness, inflammation, dermatitis and to promote skin healing in the case of abrasions, wounds and burns. It is also useful for soothing chapped lips and protecting them from the elements. All skin types: certainly two of the most immediate uses of honey are to apply it directly to the skin, as a beauty mask, and to use it in the preparation of scrubs and scrub for the face and body. You can create your own homemade scrub by adding brown sugar to honey and rubbing it into the areas of interest. This way the scrub will be effective without being too aggressive on the skin. Alternatively, you can add a tablespoon of honey to your existing scrub to give it that extra touch of sweetness.

Hair can also benefit from the constant use of honey. Its soothing, nourishing and antibacterial properties act directly on the hair and scalp. It helps eliminate dead cells that can clog hair follicles and acts to prevent the appearance of dandruff, as well as alleviating annoying itchiness. Honey is also a valuable source of nourishment and hydration. For maximum benefits, we can use it to create wraps and masks. For example, for dry and brittle hair, you can make a pre-wash mask with honey and coconut oil, to be left on for at least 15 minutes, or mix olive oil and honey for a pack to be applied on all lengths. Another great combination is with sweet almond oil for a super moisturising treatment. Combined with lemon juice, you can create an emulsion to be applied on damp hair to give shine to the whole hair.

These are just some of the uses of honey for body care. There are many do-it-yourself recipes using different ingredients. The important thing is that they are always genuine and of high quality. For your eco-bio beauty products you can choose honey from a beehive that you can monitor remotely with 3Bee technology. You will thus be able to follow the growth and development of 'your' bees and, at the end of the beekeeping season, enjoy and use the 100% genuine, quality honey produced by them. What are you waiting for? Join the community of bee supporters, use your discount code and choose the hive that suits you best!