Know the nasties Synthetic or non-natural skincare product ingredients When it comes to taking care of your skin, choosing the right skincare products is essential. However, it's equally important to be aware of the potential harmful ingredients that can be present in...

Essential oils have emerged as cherished ingredients in skincare products, celebrated for their remarkable ability to enhance various properties and offer an array of benefits. These aromatic extracts from plants and flowers have revolutionized the skincare industry, adding a touch of nature’s magic to daily routines.

Add that spring to your step and your skincare routine! As the seasons change and the world comes alive with vibrant colors and the sweet scent of blossoms, your skincare routine should also undergo a transformation. Spring is the perfect time to refresh and...

Special skincare routine for a glowing skin.
Achieving glowing skin with an organic skincare routine involves using natural, chemical-free products like the Simply Bee range that nourishes, protects and revitalize your skin.  This makes is easy to take care of yourself and your skin.

Winter brings forth its unique set of challenges for our skin, making it essential to adapt our skincare routines accordingly. The dry air, harsh winds, and indoor heating can all contribute to moisture loss, dehydration, and overall skin discomfort. By implementing a...

In our modern society, the importance of skincare routines extends to both men and women, as they strive to maintain their best appearance.

Hopefield: The quaint, cheerful and beautiful little gem of the South African West Coast Hopefield is a small town in the Western Cape province of South Africa. It is located on the R45 between Malmesbury and Vredenburg, about 120 kilometers north of Cape Town. The...

Our immune systems are remarkable defence mechanisms. It's constantly scanning our bodies to protect it against foreign cells and disease pathogens. It never sleeps and helps us cope with pandemics like the current COVID-19. "..our immune systems will need to adapt...

What is it? Propolis or bee glue is a resinous mixture that honey bees produce by mixing saliva and beeswax with exudate gathered from tree buds, sap flows, or other botanical sources. It is used as a sealant for unwanted open spaces in the hive As an antimicrobial,...

Cyclists don't always want to talk about their butts.. Until they have a painful issue down there. Yes, it happens to many of us, not only to the person spending more than 10 hours a week on a bicycle! Most cyclists don't use butt balm until that horrible thing...

Springtime...images of happy flowers, warm air and buzzing bees fill your mind. It's also the time to clean out and refresh - even for our skin!  We've compiled 6 easy tips to spruce up your spring-time body and skin-care routine.  Exfoliate One of the easiest ways to...

Magical honey... We all know that honey is a magical substance gifted by the bees. Not only is it a natural sweetener without negative side effects, it also has many healing properties that can improve our skin’s health. Our 4 quick remedies is suitable for the whole...

It's that time of the year when we find comfort with a cup of hot chocolate next to the fireplace and prefer to stay indoors. Even-though our South African winters aren't that cold we still have to ensure our skin stays moisturised and protected from the elements. Our...

The Simply Be Story Outside & In was thrilled to sit down with the buzzing Helena van der Westhuizen, owner of SA’s much loved brand, Simply Bee, to discover all there is to know about her incredible and 100% natural product range. Like many success stories, the...

With winter upon us it also brings with it some unwelcome visitors. Our old friends Cold and Flu.. There is some natural remedies available and it's a good idea to be prepared with this lovely Honey & Cinnamon cough & Cold Syrup. You can make this Cold and...

Can you remember hearing that Honey improves memory for menopausal and post-menopausal women? Well, one study found that women given honey treatments for several weeks had the same boost in memory as women given oestrogen and progestin hormone therapy. So what other...

Did you know that Hippocrates, the great Greek scientist, prescribed Oxymel (vinegar and honey) for pain, and water and honey for thirst? Also, he utilised honey for baldness, contraception, wound healing, laxative action, cough and sore throat, eye diseases, topical...

Normal skin, a buzz-word for sure and something that forms part of our daily lives as women. But what is it? Normal skin is the term widely used to identify and refer to a well-balance skin-type. The scientific term for a normal skin is 'Eudermic'. The T-zone -...

The use of propolis, a substance produced by bees from tree bark resin, honey & wax, was first incorporated into skin care products by Simply Bee in Hopefield.

The Insider recently featured Simply Bee on SABC 3.