BOTANICAL EXTRACT
Aloe Juice
A cooling, hydrating botanical juice pressed from the aloe vera leaf, naturally moisture-rich and used to help skin feel hydrated.
Source
Aloe vera leaves (inner gel)
Used for
Skin hydration, skin conditioning
How it works
Aloe juice is drawn from the clear, gel-like inner flesh of the aloe vera leaf (Aloe barbadensis), which is naturally rich in water, polysaccharides, and plant compounds associated with the skin's own moisture retention.
Studies on skin have looked at this directly, finding that aloe helps increase the water content of the skin's outer layer without disrupting its natural moisture barrier.
Aloe juice is gentle enough for daily use, morning or evening, and layers comfortably under richer moisturisers. It's a cooling, comforting choice after sun exposure, though it works best alongside sunscreen rather than as a substitute for it.
Studies on skin have looked at this directly, finding that aloe helps increase the water content of the skin's outer layer without disrupting its natural moisture barrier.
Aloe juice is gentle enough for daily use, morning or evening, and layers comfortably under richer moisturisers. It's a cooling, comforting choice after sun exposure, though it works best alongside sunscreen rather than as a substitute for it.
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Naturally rich in water and moisture-retaining plant compounds
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Helps skin feel hydrated without disrupting its moisture barrier
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Gentle enough for daily use, morning or evening
Questions
What is aloe juice?
Aloe leaf juice is the juice expressed from the leaves of Aloe barbadensis, better known as aloe vera. In skincare it is valued as a skin-conditioning ingredient. (European Commission CosIng)
What is inside an aloe leaf?
Each leaf has three layers: an inner clear gel, a middle layer of bitter yellow latex, and a thick outer rind. The inner gel is almost entirely water, with the rest made up of polysaccharides, amino acids, lipids, sterols and vitamins. Its polysaccharides help bind moisture into the skin, which is why the gel is the part valued for skincare. (Surjushe et al., 2008)
Does aloe help skin feel hydrated?
Yes. Studies on skin have found that creams with aloe vera increased the water content of the skin's outer layer while leaving its moisture barrier undisturbed. Aloe is thought to work mainly by attracting water, as a humectant. (Dal'Belo et al., 2006)
About the plant
Aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis) is a stemless, succulent perennial of the Asphodelaceae family. It grows in stiff rosettes of fleshy, lance-shaped leaves edged with whitish teeth, and is found mainly in the dry regions of Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas. (Missouri Botanical Garden; Surjushe et al., 2008)
The plant has a long history of use stretching back to before the Christian era, and in cooler climates it is often grown indoors as a houseplant. Its water-rich inner leaf gel is the part valued in skincare. (Missouri Botanical Garden; Surjushe et al., 2008)
The plant has a long history of use stretching back to before the Christian era, and in cooler climates it is often grown indoors as a houseplant. Its water-rich inner leaf gel is the part valued in skincare. (Missouri Botanical Garden; Surjushe et al., 2008)
The research
- Dal'Belo S.E., Gaspar L.R. & Maia Campos P.M.G., "Moisturizing Effect of Cosmetic Formulations Containing Aloe Vera Extract in Different Concentrations Assessed by Skin Bioengineering Techniques," Skin Research and Technology, 2006;12(4):241-246 (opens in a new tab)
- European Commission CosIng database: Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (function: skin conditioning) (opens in a new tab)
- European Commission CosIng database: Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder (function: skin conditioning) (opens in a new tab)
- Surjushe A, Vasani R, Saple DG. Aloe vera: a short review. Indian Journal of Dermatology, 2008;53(4):163-166 (opens in a new tab)
- Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder: Aloe vera (opens in a new tab)
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