Ingredient · INCI: Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water
Aloe leaf water
Aloe leaf water is the watery part of the aloe vera leaf, used in body-care formulas as a base ingredient with a soothing, conditioning feel.
What it is
Aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis) is a succulent plant whose thick leaves hold a clear gel and water. “Aloe leaf water” is that aqueous portion, processed for use in cosmetics.
On an ingredient list it usually appears as Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water. It is different from aloe leaf juice or aloe gel, which are more concentrated forms.
Why it's used
Formulators often use aloe leaf water in place of some of the plain water in a product, so it contributes to the product's texture and skin feel.
It is popular in products used on freshly treated skin because of aloe's long history in soothing, after-sun style care.
Good to know
- Being plant-derived doesn't make an ingredient suitable for everyone — some people are sensitive to plants in the lily family, which includes aloe.
- An ingredient's position on the list gives a rough idea of how much is present: ingredients are listed in descending order down to 1%.