The gel obtained by mechanical pressing of the aloe vera plant is a natural source full of essential ingredients such as enzymes, amino acids and vitamins. This biochemical composition gives the gel soothing and moisturizing properties.
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- Focus on Aloe vera in Cosmetics
- How Do I Use Aloe vera for My Skin?
- How Do I Use Aloe vera for My Hair?
- How Do I Use Typology Care Products With Aloe vera?
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Published March 12, 2024,
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Maylis, Chemical Engineer
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Focus on Aloe vera in Cosmetics
Aloe vera is a succulent plant that has been cultivated by various advanced cultures for over 5,000 years, especially for cosmetic purposes. Traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic, and later Greek, Egyptian and African medicine have used this plant since its origins to care for and protect the skin. According to legend, even Cleopatra used it regularly to perfect her beauty!
In Europe, Aloe vera in all its forms (I.N.C.I. names: Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Polysaccharides, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water) are approved for cosmetics under the COSMOS standard. It soothes inflammation such as sunburn, moisturizes the skin and smoothes wrinkles. When applied to the hair, it cleanses the scalp, fights dandruff and moisturizes the hair to prevent split ends.
How Do I Use Aloe vera for My Skin?
To relieve redness and/or moisturize the skin, you can use the gel of aloe vera pure or in combination with other substances in a cosmetic formula. Thus, various dosage forms contain aloe vera gel and are now sold on the cosmetic market. This natural compound can be included in creams, cooling lotions, cleansing gels, after-shave care, after-sun milk, deodorants, etc.
Aloe vera skin care products can usually be used safely on a daily basis. Aloe vera or a product containing the juice of aloe vera can be applied morning and night because it is not photosensitizing (i.e., does not increase the skin's sensitivity to the sun's UV rays). Still, be sure to protect your skin with a broad-spectrum sunscreen every morning. Our SPF 30 sunscreen is enriched with aloe vera to protect the skin from drying out.
How Do I Use Aloe vera for My Hair?
Aloe vera gel contains polysaccharides that form a protective film on the surface of hair fibers to retain moisture and fight dryness. It is rich in vitamins E and A, antioxidant compounds, and protects hair from external agents (pollution, UV rays, etc.), making it less damaged. It is also known to cleanse the scalp and effectively fight dandruff.
Aloe vera can be used as a mask to moisturize the hair fibers and/or cleanse the scalp. Apply it to dry hair from roots to ends as needed, leave in for a few minutes and then rinse with plenty of water. You can also mix a few drops into your shampoo to get its benefits. Some hair care products are also already enriched with the juice of aloe vera, such as masks, conditioners and oils.
How Do I Use Typology Care Products With Aloe vera?
Typology has developed several galenics containing this multifunctional active ingredient:
The moisturizing gel with aloe vera and orange blossom soothes the skin and provides it with plenty of moisture. It provides a fresh effect to the face and body and is ideal to soothe the skin after sunbathing.
How to use? Apply a hazelnut-sized amount on clean and dry skin and massage until completely absorbed. It can be used both on the face and on the body.
The moisturizing tonic with hyaluronic acid and aloe vera contains concentrated active ingredients to regulate the pH of the skin, moisturize and soothe it.
How to use? Soak a cotton ball and apply the toner to your entire face morning and night, without touching the eye area. Do not rinse it off. You can then apply your daily serum and day cream.
The exfoliating cleansing gel with 5% PHA and aloe vera provides gradual microexfoliation of the skin to cleanse pores, smooth skin texture and reveal a radiant, even complexion.
How to use? Apply a hazelnut-sized amount to damp skin in the morning and/or evening. The gel emulsifies on contact with water forming a fine foam, use it to massage the face and then rinse.
Sunscreen for face with SPF 30 prevents photoaging thanks to the combination of mineral and organic filters that provide protection against a broad UVA-UVB spectrum.
How to use? Apply the cream evenly to the entire face and neck, 20 minutes before exposure to the sun. Repeat every 2 hours for prolonged exposure to the sun. This sunscreen can be applied as the last step in your skincare routine, after or instead of your moisturizer, and is a great makeup base.
The tinted serum provides light coverage. It contains vitamin C for a radiant complexion, as well as aloe vera and hyaluronic acid to deeply hydrate the skin.
How to use? Apply a pipette of the tinted serum with a brush or your fingers. Spread it well over the entire face and neck, from the center of the face towards the outside, so that there are no edges.
The clarifying tonic based on salicylic acid is concentrated with antibacterial agents against pimples and impurities.
How to use? Soak a cotton pad and apply the tonic to your entire face morning and night, without touching the eye area. Do not rinse it off. After that, you can apply your daily serum and day cream.
Source
HAMMAN J. H. Composition and applications of aloe vera leaf gel. Molecules (2008).
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