INCI Name
Aloe Barbadensis Lea...
Functions
4 Roles
Sustainability
9/10
Category
humectants
What It Does
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is the mucilaginous gel extracted from the inner leaf parenchyma of the aloe vera plant, containing over 75 active compounds including polysaccharides (particularly acemannan), glycoproteins, vitamins, and amino acids. As a 200:1 concentrate, this ingredient delivers highly concentrated bioactive components that provide exceptional water-binding capacity and form a protective film on skin while delivering soothing and anti-inflammatory benefits. Formulators favor this concentrated form for its space efficiency in formulations and its ability to deliver therapeutic levels of aloe's characteristic polysaccharides without excessive water content.
Technical Properties
pH Range
4.0-6.5
Optimal working range
Ionic Charge
anionic
Molecular charge type
Viscosity Effect
thickening
Impact on formula thickness
Foaming Ability
low
Lather generation
Ingredient Compatibility
Known Interactions
DHA undergoes Maillard browning with free amino acids on skin to produce melanoidins (the tan). Free amino acids IN THE FORMULA (aloe vera juice, hydrolyzed proteins, peptide complexes, amino acid blends) react with DHA pre-application, degrading the active and accelerating off-smell development over shelf life. Remove the amino-acid source, switch to glycerin/propanediol/sodium PCA for hydration, or use encapsulated DHA if the amino-acid ingredient is brand-critical.
Sustainability Profile
Sustainability Score
Biodegradability
readily biodegradable
Source
plant-derived
Feedstock
Aloe barbadensis (aloe vera) leaves
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Quick Reference
- Full INCI Name
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
- Common Name
- Aloe Vera Juice
- CAS Number
- 85507-69-3
- Category
- humectants