How To Identify Pure Aloe Vera Gel?

If there is one ingredient that proves to be beneficial for all skin types and ages, it is aloe vera. Natural aloe vera gel is a multifunctional product that is suitable for nearly everyone and has been extensively utilized in skincare and haircare routines across the globe.

Aloe vera gel acts much like a first aid solution for your skin. Whether dealing with dryness, irritation, or sunburn, aloe vera gel contains over 75 bioactive compounds that help soothe and rejuvenate both your skin and hair.

However, not all aloe vera gels are of the same quality. There are countless aloe vera gels filled with additives that do not reflect the true properties of pure aloe vera. Therefore, when shopping for aloe gels, it is essential to differentiate between the pure and diluted versions to maximize the benefits of aloe vera.

How Is Pure Aloe Vera Gel Produced?

The fresh aloe vera gel or pulp obtained from aloe plants has a very limited shelf life (less than 7 days, in fact). Additionally, its texture is quite slimy, making it challenging to use. Thus, it must be blended with the right ingredients to achieve a spreadable consistency and an extended shelf life.

To create pure aloe vera gel, the clear liquid or pulp is extracted from the fleshy part of the leaf. This is then filtered and mixed with a thickening agent and a preservative to achieve the gel-like consistency and prolonged shelf life.

How To Determine If Your Aloe Vera Gel Is Pure

• Examine the percentage of aloe vera:

The ingredient list should feature aloe vera leaf juice as the primary ingredient, rather than water or aloe vera “extract.” The lower it appears on the ingredient list, the less concentrated it is.
Some manufacturers even combine powdered aloe vera extract with water to market it as aloe vera gel. However, pure aloe vera gel should consist of at least 95% aloe vera juice.

• Look for unnecessary additives.

To transform fresh aloe vera juice into a gel, only a preservative and thickening agent are required. Therefore, pure aloe vera gel should contain no more than 5 ingredients on the label. Many gels include additional filler ingredients that are simply not needed.

• It should be colorless.

You may have noticed numerous aloe gels available in the market that are green or yellow. This is not the authentic color of aloe gel but rather the result of artificial dyes added to enhance the product's visual appeal. Pure aloe juice extracted from the leaf is colorless, so the aloe gel you purchase should also be devoid of color.

• It should not have any scent.

The aroma of aloe vera gel can vary slightly from one harvest to another, but pure aloe vera gel is typically nearly odorless. If the aloe vera gel has a floral, sweet, or any other medicinal fragrance, it likely contains synthetic fragrances and additives, not the aloe pulp itself.
Not only are synthetic fragrances unnecessary, but they can also heighten the risk of skin irritation. Since aloe vera is often used for its soothing properties, it should not contain such added substances.

• Check its shelf life:

As previously mentioned, aloe vera gel requires a preservative for a long, stable shelf life. If the preservative used is natural, the maximum shelf life achievable is 12 months. Therefore, check the label for the type of preservative included.

Juicy Chemistry's Pure Aloe Gel

Our certified organic pure aloe vera gel is derived from the Aloe Barbadensis Miller species cultivated in Mexico. Why Mexico? Because it offers the ideal hot and humid climate with ample rainfall for optimal plant growth.
It contains 98.4% organic aloe vera leaf juice and is blended with EcoCert-approved thickener and natural preservative, making it the finest aloe vera gel available in India.
Utilize our aloe vera gel for both hair and skin to maintain hydration, softness, and nourishment.

JC Aloe vera gel is certified organic by EcoCert France according to Cosmos V3 standards. Purchase it here.

FAQs

How to apply aloe vera on the face?
Scoop a small amount of aloe gel using clean fingers or a spoon and apply it to clean, damp skin twice daily after cleansing and toning.
How to apply aloe vera on hair?
Combine a generous amount of aloe vera gel with your preferred oil and massage it into the scalp. Allow it to sit for 30 minutes before washing out with shampoo. Alternatively, you can apply aloe gel directly to alleviate a dry, irritated scalp.
What is the scientific name of aloe vera?
There are several species of aloe vera, but JC pure aloe vera gel is made from the Aloe Barbadensis Miller variety.
What is the shelf life of aloe vera gel?
Our aloe vera gel has a shelf life of 12 months from the manufacturing date.