An extract of aloe vera leaves used as an antioxidant, skin-protecting and humectant ingredient.
What it is
Aloe vera leaf extract is an extract of the leaves of Aloe vera, a succulent plant. CosIng lists it as an antioxidant, skin-protecting, humectant and skin-conditioning ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in creams, gels, after-sun products, cleansers and other skin care products.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
Aloe vera is a botanical synonym of Aloe barbadensis, and aloe ingredients appear under several INCI names; this one does not reveal the extraction method or solvent.
Functions
- Antioxidant
- Inhibiting reactions promoted by oxygen, thus avoiding oxidation and rancidity.
- Skin protecting
- Helping to avoid harmful effects to the skin from external factors.
- Skin conditioning – humectant
- Increasing the water content of the top layers of the skin. Humectants are primarily hygroscopic agents drawing moisture from the surrounding air.
- Skin conditioning – miscellaneous
- Enhancing the appearance of dry and/or damaged skin by reducing flaking and restoring suppleness.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.