How we scored it
Where it comes from
Juice expressed from Aloe barbadensis leaves, mostly water with plant polysaccharides and minor phytochemicals, with no synthetic processing beyond expression, filtration and stabilization. No alternative synthetic route exists for a botanical juice.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is not synthesized industrially in the traditional chemical sense. Instead, it is obtained through a physical extraction process from the plant's leaves. The process typically involves harvesting mature leaves, washing them, and then carefully separating the inner gel from the outer rind and latex. The gel is then processed to remove any solid particles and may undergo stabilization treatments to prevent degradation and microbial growth. Common stabilization methods include pasteurization, addition of preservatives (though often avoided for 'natural' claims), or filtration. The final product is a liquid or semi-liquid extract rich in polysaccharides, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and other bioactive compounds.
In plain English
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, commonly known as aloe vera, comes directly from the thick, fleshy leaves of the aloe plant. It's like getting the soothing gel from inside the plant's leaves. This gel is packed with good stuff that helps your skin feel calm and moisturized.
To get this juice for your cosmetic products, the aloe leaves are harvested, cleaned, and then the inner gel is carefully extracted. This gel is then processed to make it smooth and stable, ensuring it stays fresh and effective. It's a natural ingredient that has been used for centuries to help soothe irritated skin and provide hydration.
CosIng definition: Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is the juice expressed from the leaves of the aloe, Aloe barbadensis, Liliaceae
References
- 1ISO 16128-1:2016 and ISO 16128-2:2017 — Guidelines on technical definitions and criteria for natural and organic cosmetic ingredients and products. ISO, Geneva.
- 2ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE. CosIng — European Commission cosmetic ingredient database. ec.europa.eu/cosing ↗
- 3ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE. CosIng u2014 European Commission database for information on cosmetic substances and ingredients. https://ec.europa.eu/growth/tools-databases/cosing/search?search=ALOE%20BARBADENSIS%20LEAF%20JUICE