humectants

Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice

Aloe Vera Juice

humectantskin protectantconditioningemollient
CAS Number:85507-69-3

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.

Attracts moisture from the air
Provides deep, lasting hydration
Improves skin elasticity and plumpness
Enhances penetration of other actives

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

DIHYDROXYACETONEIncompatiblemaillard_degradation

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.

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Sustainability Profile

Sustainability Score

9/10

Biodegradability

readily biodegradable

Source

plant-derived

Feedstock

Aloe barbadensis (aloe vera) leaves

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