Aloe vera gel

Aloe vera gel is a ready-to-use aqueous gel made from the leaf juice of Aloe barbadensis , thickened with carbomer and preserved. In formulation it acts as a humectant and active ingredient : it binds water, promotes hydration and soothes irritated skin. It can be used directly as a standalone product or as the water phase in custom gels, tonics and light emulsions, at usage levels from 5% to 100% . Key benefits Hydration – aloe juice combined with water acts as a humectant and leaves the skin feeling fresh without a greasy film. Suitable for products for dry skin as well as skin prone to acne. Soothing effect – an after-sun or after-shave gel with aloe forms a cooling base for skin irritated by sun exposure or shaving. Regeneration support – suitable for night gels, masks and products for sensitive skin where a light texture is expected. Ready-made gel base – carbomer provides a consistency that stays on the skin and does not run. No thickening required; simply add the active ingredients. No CLP classification – the product is not classified as hazardous and does not require a safety data sheet. Use in formulation The gel is miscible with water and belongs to the water phase. It is processed cold ; the recommended temperature is below 40 °C . It is therefore added to the emulsion only after it has cooled, with continuous stirring. As a standalone product it is used undiluted, i.e. at a usage level of 100%. In custom formulations it forms the base for gels and tonics, or is added to light emulsions as part of the water phase; the overall usage range is 5–100% . Hydrolats, g