If You’ve Seen One Too Many Days In The Sun, This Is One Ingredient You’re Going To Want To Reach For.
Today, we’re taking a look at Aloe Vera in K-Beauty products and why you’ll find this plant extract in so many beloved Korean skincare products.
What Is Aloe Vera?
Aloe Vera herb is a succulent that belongs to Asphodelaceae family. It’s found all over the world and has been used for centuries to aid in the treatment of burns and scars.
It contains almost 20 vitamins, including A, B1, B2, B6, B12, C & E, 8 different proteins and has both antioxidant and cleansing properties.
Aloe Vera has moisturising and emollient properties that make it perfect for inclusion in makeup and skincare products.
Due its high content of natural vitamins, Aloe Vera works well to relieve stress, rehydrate, and soften the skin’s outer layer. In addition, it helps protect skin from the sun’s harsh UV rays.
Aloe Vera is often used to treat a range of different skin issues.
Aloe Vera In Korean Beauty Products
Aloe Vera has been extremely popular in K-Beauty products for several years now, and is commonly included in formulas to help with everything from flaky or dry skin to oily skin, after sun and acne care. It’s soothing, cooling effect makes it especially popular in summer products.
You’ll commonly find Aloe Vera in K-Beauty products:
For Sensitive Skin
Because Aloe Vera soothes and calms, it is perfect for sensitive skin. We love Benton Aloe Soothing Mask.
To Treat Acne
Aloe vera gel contains two hormones, Auxin and Gibberellins, that supports damaged skin and anti-inflammatory properties to reduce skin inflammation.
This makes it perfect for acne prone skin, which is often very stressed and in need of TLC.
To Fight Ageing
Aloe Vera’s natural beta carotene, Vitamin C and E content can help improve the skin’s natural firmness and keep it hydrated to reduce the visible signs of ageing. We love Tosowoong Pure Aloe Mask.
To Treat Sunburn
Aloe Vera’s powerful nourishing activity helps with sunburn, acting as a protective layer on the skin. Its nutritional and antioxidant properties sooth damaged skin.
"Aloe Vera has been extremely popular in K-Beauty products for several years now, and is commonly included in formulas to treat everything from flaky or dry skin to oily skin, sunburn and acne. It’s soothing, cooling effect makes it especially popular in summer products."