March 22, 2011

Ilog Maria Honeybee Farm Review: Affordable Organic Products in Cavite

As someone who’s been committed to using organic and natural personal care products, I’ve explored various local brands like Greencow and Human Nature. Recently, I decided to try the highly recommended Ilog Maria products. And I finally had the chance to visit their farm and store in Silang, Cavite, just a few kilometers before reaching Tagaytay Rotonda. 


Getting to Ilog Maria Honeybee Farm 

Located approximately 7 kilometers before Tagaytay, Ilog Maria Honeybee Farm is quite accessible if you follow the map on their website. It’s a peaceful and eco-friendly destination where you can explore a wide variety of natural and handmade bee-based products.

Note: I wasn’t able to take many photos during my visit as the store was bustling with visitors! 


Why Ilog Maria? 

If you’re looking for affordable organic beauty and wellness products, Ilog Maria is a must-visit. Their product range includes: 

Handmade soaps 
Organic shampoos 
Propolis throat sprays 
Aromatherapy oils 
Lip balms 
Massage oils 
Natural insect repellents 
Feminine hygiene products 

All these are chemical-free, cruelty-free, and eco-conscious — a perfect match for a natural lifestyle.



My Ilog Maria Haul – Just ₱990! Here’s everything I bought: 

Honey Cider Vinegar ₱140 
Propolis Throat Spray ₱75 
Propolis Cider Liniment ₱95 
Honey Propolis Feminine Wash ₱45 
Mini Soap ₱35 
Spearmint & Oatmeal Soap ₱60 
Massage Oil ₱155 
Lip Balm ₱65 
Honey Propolis Shampoo (Small) ₱70 
Lavender Aromatherapy Oil ₱90 
Peppermint Aromatherapy Oil ₱90 
Sting-less Insect Repellent ₱70 


Product Reviews: Natural Goodness You Can Feel 

1. Honey and Propolis Shampoo Price: ₱70 / ₱140 

Description: Made from natural ingredients like honey (for conditioning and hair growth) and propolis (to treat dandruff, graying, and falling hair). Blended with palm kernel, coconut, and castor oils plus essential oils for scalp nourishment. 
My Review: My first time using organic shampoo — no foam, a bit runny, but I love the mild, earthy scent. It feels great knowing it’s free from harsh chemicals. 

2. Propolis and Cider Liniment Price: ₱95 

Description: A soothing blend designed to relieve muscle pain, boost circulation, and speed up tissue recovery using natural ingredients like menthol, camphor, honey cider, and propolis. 
My Review: Not a fan of the strong smell, but it’s highly effective in easing muscle soreness. 

3. Propolis Throat Spray Price: ₱75 

Description: Fights bacteria and viruses while soothing sore throats, freshening breath, and supporting gum health. 
My Review: Tastes a bit like Bactidol. It’s handy and effective — a must-have during flu season.

4. Honey Beeswax and Propolis Lip Balm Price: ₱65 

My Review: I love this lip balm! It keeps my lips soft and protected — definitely a new favorite. 

5. Ilog Maria Sting-Less Mosquito Repellent Price: ₱70 

Description: Citronella-based with plant and fruit oils, plus propolis for antibacterial and antifungal protection. 
My Review: Smells pleasant and lasts a few hours. While not as long-lasting as Bgone, it’s a good natural alternative for short outdoor trips. 

6. Healing Massage Oil Price: ₱155 

Description: A calming mix of essential oils, herbs, nut oils, honey, and propolis designed to soothe the body and mind. 
My Review: Love the scent! Perfect for massage therapy, reflexology, or just a relaxing night in. 

7. Spearmint and Oatmeal Soap Price: ₱35 / ₱60 

Description: Cooling and refreshing. Great for summer and suitable for sensitive or eczema-prone skin.
My Review: A minty, invigorating soap that helps with skin asthma — definitely a staple for the hot months. 

8. Honey-Propolis Feminine Wash Price: ₱45 

Description: Combines the antibacterial power of propolis and the healing properties of honey in a gentle, pH-balanced feminine wash. 
My Review: It has the same cooling effect as PH Care but with all-natural ingredients. Affordable and effective — I’ll be buying more! 

Why Choose Ilog Maria Products? 

All-natural and handmade 
Free from synthetic chemicals 
Affordable prices
Locally produced in the Philippines 
Backed by years of positive reviews 

Whether you're switching to a chemical-free lifestyle, exploring natural skincare, or just supporting local and sustainable brands, Ilog Maria Honeybee Farm is a good choice. 

Store Location and Hours 
Ilog Maria Honeybee Farm 
Silang, Cavite (7km before Tagaytay Rotonda) 

Store Hours: 
Tuesday to Sunday — 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM 
Closed on Mondays

19 comments:

Chew On This said...

Wow, affordable nga sis and you can't go wrong with anything made out of honey. Parang ang sarap mag benta nyan dito sa Manila heheh! pero serious ako. Pwede kaya?

Anonymous said...

WALA ba silang honeybee hehe nghahanap po kasi ako ng pure honey bee eh

Michi said...

meron sila honey kaso wala that time.

Pinch of thoughts said...

i would love to go there too someday. :)

Sining Factory said...

I tried the Lip Balm before. It was so nice and let me say, "delicious". Funny cause I just love how it tastes and keep on wiping my lips with my tongue after putting some. hahaha.

Michi said...

haha! their lip balm is my favorite too.

Joy said...

just wondering, why are they closed on Mondays? hihi

anyway, i have tried their lip balm, a friend gave it to me a year ago, malapit na maubos so i need to visit their place to purchase it

Michi said...

joy - rest day daw nila mon. =)

ralph said...

really love honey and its nutritional value... lalo na ung pure... Yahweh bless.

Anonymous said...

My aunt is super addicted to Ilog Maria too. At home, we use their cider, honey, soaps, massage oils, and shampoo. The shampoo though is quite sticky. Hahaha Love their products too!

chrisair said...

hmmmn bakit di ko napuntahan yan before, i am hearing a good reviews on their pruduct I want to try one also

Gil Camporazo said...

Honey farm... I have not seen one. For Php1,000 you got a lot of natural products. They're all from Ilog Maria Honey Farm. The place really needs to be promoted. I want to visit that place If I have a chance.

Gellie Abogado said...

I'm hearing lots of good reviews from different beauty bloggers about Ilog Maria products! :)

Mariz Magcauaus said...

this is new to me, tagal ko na ring hindi nakakabisita sa silang. i miss it there, palaging malamig :)

the products are really affordable, i would like to try them too :)

Allen said...

I was only familiar with the Human Nature line. I'm glad to hear that more and more people are going for organic products. :)

These posts need more attention from the media :)

Angela Ricardo said...

How I wish I can try this too! Great loot for less than 1k pesos for all of those. :D I'm into beauty products and specially if its this affordable!

Rochelle Caparas said...

I am so much afraid of bees, but I love honey! :D

Anonymous said...

My group was just there and we were really dismayed at how they displayed their products.....in direct sunlight and heat. What was more flabbergasting was the fact that their product literature specifically states for Storage : OUT OF DIRECT SUNLIGHT and HEAT.

When we called the Shop girl's attention to the fact that their products were displayed in DIRECT SUNLIGHT and HEAT, she did not pay attention to our admonitions. Since our counsel was ignored, I decided to write my comments on Ilog Maria's site. However, the reply of Mr. Joel Magsaysay was "Product replacement and turn over is always done every half of the day." I think that that is most incongruous to their Storage Instructions.

Then today I used their massage oil. Oh my!!! The floral scent was just way too overpowering. I started sneezing and sniffling. I told my masseuse to stop using the Ilog Maria Massage Oil and we resorted to using the Spa's regular oil.

I bought a variety of products amounting to almost PhP3K. I haven't taken any product that needs to be taken orally because of fear that their products may have broken down and its efficacy may have been compromised because of being subjected to direct sunlight and heat.

Anonymous said...

I agree with you. Same thoughts and observations here.

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