FSS Aloe Vera 200X Powder
Aloe, whose Arabic name ‘saber’ symbolizes
patience, is used in many cultures for different purposes. The first documented
use of aloe was from the ancient Egyptians. Around 1500 B.C., the Egyptians
recorded use of the herbal plant in treating burns, infections and parasites.
The Mahometans hung aloe over their doorway in order to protect the residents
inside. Also known as ‘lily of the desert’ and ‘the plant of immortality’,
historical evidence shows that the aloe plant emerged in the warm, dry climates
of Africa. This plant grows approximately two feet high and is composed of
long, spiky, thick, lance-shaped, green leaves which bloom in a rosette shape
and flourish in warm environments. The leaves, which hold the majority of the
desired product, can grow up to eighteen inches high and two inches wide.
Aloe is thought to heal epithelial tissue,
which is defined as a layer of cells, which covers the body. Skin, therefore,
is the body’s largest organ and is most benefited by the healing properties of
aloe. Aloe is well reputed for the medicinal value of the sap found within its
leaves. This sap, a thick, mucilaginous gel, is made up of a variety of amino
acids, primarily alanine. The predominant properties of aloe are a result of
the activity of amino acids on the skin. When topically applied, the gel that
is contained within the leaves of the aloe plant has traditionally been shown
to accelerate wound-healing time and alleviate burns. It also helps to lessen
the risk of infection during the healing process. Worldwide, many civilizations
such as the Greek, Roman, Persian, Indian, Japanese, and Russian, extolled the
medicinal uses of aloe. When taken internally, this plant has been used for
centuries for treating stomach disorders, kidney ailments and hyperglycemia.
Aloe gel has also been used to treat a variety of skin conditions such as
eczema, psoriasis, allergic reactions and insect bites.
The cuticle, which covers all parts of the
plant, is able to absorb moisture easily while preventing its rapid
evaporation. If a leaf became separated from the parent plant, it can be laid
in the sun for weeks without becoming completely shriveled. Even when dried out
from heat exposure, it will, if submerged in water, become plump and fresh in a
few hours. This succulent plant is able to hold substantial amounts of water in
its leaves, keeping the plant hydrated and its water requirement low. This
feature helps it to survive in warm climates and is also beneficial with
regards to skin hydration.
BENEFITS
Aloe is able to moisturize the skin by
bringing oxygen to the surface and increasing the synthesis as well as the
strength of the skin tissue. Aloe improves the skin’s ability to hydrate
itself, aids in the removal of dead skin cells and has an effective penetrating
ability which all contribute to create an overall healthy aesthetic. FSS Aloe Vera
200x Powder is
a water-soluble powder which when added to formulations brings with all of the
benefits of aloe. Skin will be soothed and hydrated, giving a moisturized,
supple appearance the user.
Concentrated
FSS Aloe Vera 200x Powder derived from the hollow interior of the leaves of the
Aloe plant (aloe barbadensis Miller). Due to high concentration (200x) it can
also be added directly to your formulation at low dose. The addition of 1% of
Aloe Vera powder (= 1g or less than 1/4 tsp) to a product gives the same
concentration of Aloe Vera as pure Aloe juice squeezed from a fresh Aloe Vera
plant.
INCI Nomenclature:
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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
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Suggested Use Levels:
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0.05-3%
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Appearance:
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Light Cream to Beige Powder
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Solubility:
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Water Soluble
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pH: (1% in Solution)
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3.5-5.0
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References:
1) Schmidt J.M. and
Greenspoon, J.S. (1991). “Aloe vera dermal wound gel is associated with a delay
in wound healing”. In Obsterics and Gynecology 78
(1): 115–7. 2) Richardson J,
Smith JE, McIntyre M, Thomas R, Pilkington K (2005). “Aloe vera for preventing
radiation-induced skin reactions: a systematic literature
review”. Journal of Clinical
Oncology 17 (6): 478–84.