An essential ingredient in many beauty products thanks to its anti-inflammatory, soothing and hydrating properties, people have used Aloe Vera gel for face and body for thousands of years. Luckily, you don’t need to have access to an exotic garden to experience the benefits of this impressive plant. From Aloe Vera’s benefits for skin, to the best soothing body lotions, here’s everything you need to know about this calming skincare ingredient.
What Is Aloe Vera?
Although it originates from the Middle East, the Aloe Vera plant is now widely cultivated all over the world thanks to its hardy characteristics. There are thought to be some 500 varieties of this skin-soothing plant, but it’s easily recognisable by its thick, fleshy green leaves with serrated edges. With evidence dating back thousands of years of Aloe Vera being used in traditional medicine to treat skin conditions, the real magic of this evergreen perennial lies in the clear gel found inside its leaves.
There are a whole host of Aloe Vera gel uses, with it being blended in everything from health drinks to soothing Aloe Vera Skin care.
Aloe Vera Benefits
Full of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, there are numerous Aloe Vera benefits for skin.
Soothing
These antioxidants, as well as its cooling, gel-like texture, make Aloe Vera a common ingredient in products that soothe minor burns (including sunburn) and inflammation. Aloe Vera also has a very high water content (99.5% to be exact), making it a great gentle moisturiser.
Hydrating
Its hydrating properties mean that Aloe Vera skin care can help to plump the skin, smoothing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, as well as treating irritation and dry patches.
Calming
Applied topically, Aloe Vera gels and lotions are often used to calm an array of skin concerns, from psoriasis to burns, itching, and insect bites.
How To Use Aloe Vera
While the flesh from the Aloe Vera plant can be applied directly onto skin to soothe, hydrate and calm inflammation, few of us have ready access to this impressive plant in our homes and gardens. Luckily, from Aloe Vera lotions to hand creams, many products make use of its soothing and moisturising properties so you can reap the benefits without having to get your gardening gloves on.
Whether you’re looking for a new bubble bath or an ultra-hydrating lotion, here are our favourite products enriched with soothing Aloe Vera benefits for skin…
Our Favourite Products Containing Aloe Vera For Skin
For a full body care routine with seriously hydrating and skin-soothing properties, there are few better ingredients to look for.
Foaming Bath Soak
There aren’t many things that feel as indulgent as sinking into a bath of delicately fragranced bubbles. Whether you have 10 minutes or a leisurely hour to lie back and soak, our Foaming Bath Soak leaves skin feeling delightfully soft and supple with its nourishing blend of Wheat Proteins and Aloe Vera.
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Signature Body Lotion
Our signature Body Lotion is enriched with Argan Oil and Aloe Vera benefits to deliver a 24-hour dose of moisture to thirsty skin. Quick-absorbing and wonderfully lightweight, a generous handful of this Aloe Vera lotion leaves skin feeling healthier, hydrated and soft to the touch. Aloe’s healing properties make this a great choice if you’re suffering from sunburn, scarring or dry patches.
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Moisture Rich Foot Butter
We often neglect our feet when it comes to our body care routines, which can leave them dry and cracked – especially if we’re out and about all day. Our Moisture Rich Foot Butter treats dry feet to the TLC they deserve. For seriously soft feet, massage this cream into the skin using circular motions, pop on a pair of socks and, once the Sweet Almond Oil and Aloe Vera enriched formula has absorbed, you’ll be left with your smoothest feet yet!
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Signature Hand Lotion
With constant exposure to the elements, it doesn’t take much for hands to become dehydrated and in need of some attention. Soothing, softening and nourishing, our Hand Lotion is perfect for daily moisturising. Enriched with a velvety blend of Aloe Vera and Shea Butter, hands are left feeling soft and hydrated. Keeping our Ultra Rich Hand Cream in your bag when you’re on-the-go can also help to prevent dry and chapped hands with its decadent infusion of Gold Of Pleasure Oil, Niacinamide and soothing Aloe Vera.
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Whether you suffer from sensitivity, dry skin or inflammation, adding a dose of soothing Aloe Vera for skin to your regimen can help to calm, nourish and heal. Give it a go, and experience the benefits for yourself!
