Aloe vera - anti-aging ingredient of medicinal cosmetics

Abstract

Introduction. As the beauty industry shifts towards comprehensive approach, with natural ingredients, medicinal cosmetics have increasingly embraced Aloe vera for its therapeutic properties. Its application ranges from topical skincare to more comprehensive formulations that combine the plant with other bioactives. Aloe vera, a succulent plant revered across cultures for its myriad health benefits, has carved a niche in the realm of medicinal cosmetics, particularly within the category of moisturizing regenerative anti-aging products. Gels for topical applications is widely used in lotions, creams, serums designed to combat the signs of aging. The lightweight texture makes it an ideal base for a variety of formulations, allowing it to penetrate into the skin easily and deliver its bioactives to cells.