What is Aloe Vera?
Aloe vera, known as one of the most versatile and medicinal plants, has a long history of use in traditional medicine and skin care. The thick, fleshy leaves of the aloe vera plant contain a clear gel that is rich in vitamins, minerals, enzymes and amino acids. This gel is mainly obtained by cutting the leaves and tapping the inner juice, after which it is purified and processed into a ready-to-use gel or concentrated extract. This natural product offers many benefits for the skin and is used in skin care products worldwide.
The benefits of Aloe Vera:
Moisture:
One of the most well-known benefits of aloe vera is its powerful moisturising effect. The gel has the unique ability to penetrate deep into the skin, hydrating not only the superficial layers of the skin, but also the deeper layers. This makes aloe vera an excellent choice for people with dry skin, as it provides long-lasting hydration without leaving a greasy feeling. In addition, the gel helps restore and maintain the skin’s natural moisture balance, which is essential for healthy, radiant skin.
Healing properties:
Aloe vera is also known for its soothing and healing properties. It is particularly effective in treating sunburn, skin irritations, minor cuts and insect bites. The gel has a cooling and soothing effect and provides immediate relief from redness and irritation. This is due to the presence of substances such as glycoproteins, which reduce inflammation and accelerate the healing process. In addition, aloe vera helps in the production of new skin cells, which contributes to faster and more effective healing of damaged skin.
Delays skin aging:
Another important benefit of aloe vera is that it slows down skin aging. The gel contains antioxidants such as vitamins C and E, which protect the skin from free radical damage and prevent the signs of aging. Collagen production is stimulated, making the skin firmer and more elastic. This in turn results in a reduction of fine lines and wrinkles.
Cleaning properties:
In addition to its moisturizing, soothing and anti-aging benefits, aloe vera also has cleansing and antibacterial properties. It can help remove excess oil and dirt from the pores, reducing the risk of breakouts and acne. The gel has a mild astringent effect, which helps to tighten pores and refine the skin. This makes aloe vera a useful addition to the skin care routine for those with oily or acne-prone skin.
In short, aloe vera is a powerful natural skin care ally with a wide range of benefits. It is extracted from the leaves of the plant in a simple and environmentally friendly way and offers effective moisturizing, soothing, anti-aging and cleansing properties.
We are big fans of this natural ingredient and therefore use it in various products such as the Gentle Cleansing Milk, Rich Facial Cream, Silky Hand Cream, Refreshing Eye Cream and the Tinted Day Cream with SPF30. But above all, our newest product, the Hydrating Calming Lotion, contains aloe vera juice, based on organic Aloe Vera. This makes it an excellent product for hydrating dry skin, but also for calming skin with acne or rosacea.
