Aloe Vera

What is Aloe Vera?

Aloe vera is nature's first-aid kit in plant form—soothing, healing, and refreshing. This succulent's clear inner gel has been treasured for millennia, from ancient Egyptian "plant of immortality" to modern-day sunburn remedy. What makes aloe vera remarkable is its extensive composition of over 75 active compounds including vitamins, enzymes, minerals, saccharides, and amino acids—think of it as a botanical multivitamin for your skin.

For inflamed, sunburned, or irritated skin, aloe vera delivers immediate comfort while supporting the skin's natural healing mechanisms. Its lightweight texture and non-greasy finish make it suitable for all skin types, truly embodying the rare quality of being universally beneficial regardless of your skin concerns.

Perfect For

All skin types, particularly beneficial for sensitive and irritated skin

Key Benefits

Core Competencies

Considerations & Cautions

Extremely safe for most users. Quality of aloe products varies widely; look for products specifying inner leaf or "filleted" aloe to avoid the laxative compounds found in outer leaf. Rare allergic reactions may occur in those with sensitivities to plants in the Liliaceae family.

Ingredient Interactions

Compatible with most skincare ingredients
Works particularly well with: hyaluronic acid, green tea, chamomile
Helps counteract irritation from potentially sensitizing actives
No significant negative interactions

References

Journal of Research in Medical Sciences, Journal of Ethnopharmacology