Description
Aloe leaf powder is highly concentrated form of aloe Vera which is isolated from leaf of Aloe barbadensis plant. It is cultivated in Northern Africa arid climates, America, Europe & Asia. It is used in O.T.C. Pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, nutraceuticals.
Extraction-
Aloe leaf powdered is extracted from freshly harvested leaves of the Aloe barbadensis, then gel or fillet is carefully removed to minimize the aloin traces, extracted gel is processed – pasteurized and concentrated by utilizing low temperature evaporation to produce liquid concentrate, then hot air is passed to liquid for spray drying. Then obtained powder is ready for packaging.
Property –
It is light cream to pale sandy in appearance. It is homogenous and uniform powder. It has bland taste, slightly vegetables in odor. It is water soluble.
Composition-
It contains salicyclates, acemannan, anti oxidants such as Vitamin-C & other minerals as well.
Uses-
- Aloe leaf powder is used in Cosmetics, Soaps because of its nutritional and healing properties.
- Recommended Usage- Soaps, Toners, Skin cleansers, Body lotions, Powder, Talc’s, Sunscreen, Conditioners, Shampoos & dandruff removing shampoo, Aloe Vera creams, Face wash, Toothpaste, Facial moisturizers.
- It is an ingredient of bath tea.
- It is used in creams to reduce inflammation.
- It is used to prepare gels, which is used in pain relief and to promote healing.
- It is also used in massage oils.
- Aloe Vera powder is also added in ointments.
Safety and Precautions-
Avoid aloe leaf powder during pregnancy and breast feeding.
Keep away from reach of children, might cause stomach pain, cramp & diarrhea.
It might affects blood sugar level so avoid aloe in Diabetes & in Surgery.
