Cape Aloe Leaf Extract
What Cape Aloe Leaf Extract is & what it does
Cape Aloe Leaf Extract is derived from Aloe ferox, a South African aloe related to the more common Aloe vera. It is commonly used as a skin-conditioning, soothing, and humectant ingredient, valued for its polysaccharide content and hydrating, calming feel. Like other aloes it is popular in after-sun and moisturizing formulas. No specific concerns are flagged for it here.
What is Cape Aloe Leaf Extract?
It is an extract from Aloe ferox, a South African aloe related to the more common Aloe vera. In cosmetics it is used as a soothing, conditioning, and hydrating ingredient.
What does Cape Aloe Leaf Extract do in skincare?
It conditions and helps hydrate the skin thanks to its polysaccharide content, giving a calming, moisturizing feel. Like other aloes it is popular in after-sun and moisturizing formulas.
Is Cape Aloe Leaf Extract safe?
The leaf extract used in cosmetics is generally well tolerated and no specific concerns are flagged for it here. As with any botanical, sensitive users may wish to patch test first.
Sunscreens with Cape Aloe Leaf Extract
We rate 3 sunscreens that contain it:
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Tocobo SPF
90/100
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Dr. Jart+ Every Sun Day Waterproof Sun Milk
89/100
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rovectin Aqua Soothing Sun Cream SPF 50+ Pa++++
72/100