Aloe Vera: Benefits for Skin Care

Aloe vera is a succulent plant known for its soothing and moisturizing properties. It is used topically in skincare and may support skin health.
Category
Plant
Where to get
Available as a gel in pharmacies and health food stores, or grown at home for topical use.
Applicable for
Prepared by Shruti Sahoo, reviewed by Dr. Eugene Smith

Aloe Vera FAQ


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What is a synonym for aloe vera?

The species has several synonyms: Aloe barbadensis Mill., Aloe indica Royle, Aloe perfoliata L. var. vera and Aloe vulgaris Lam. Some literature identifies the white-spotted form of Aloe vera as Aloe vera var. chinensis; and the spotted form of Aloe vera may be conspecific with A. massawana.

Where does aloe vera come from?

There is large-scale agricultural production of Aloe vera in Australia, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, China, Mexico, India, Jamaica, Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, Spain, and the United States, with much of the output going toward the cosmetics industry.

Why is aloe vera so popular?

According to Kew Gardens, England’s royal botanical center of excellence, Aloe vera has been used for centuries and is currently more popular than ever. It is cultivated worldwide, primarily as a crop for “ Aloe gel,” which comes from the leaf. Food – it is approved by the FDA as a flavoring.

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