: an aloe (Aloe barbadensis synonym A. vera) whose leaves furnish a gelatinous emollient extract used especially in cosmetics and skin creams
also
: such an extract or a preparation composed primarily of such an extract
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a skin cream that contains aloe vera
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Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2025
The aloe vera and shea butter nourish and soothe, leaving you with supple, fluffy hair rather than a scratchy feeling.
—Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 6 Dec. 2024
Alcohol kills common germs, while aloe vera moisturizes dry skin.
—Ashley Davis, WWD, 2 Dec. 2024
Soy proteins help with your skin’s collagen and elastin production to keep your complexion smooth and plump; cucumber extract helps soothe inflammation; aloe vera adds a boost of hydration.
—Abbey Stone, SELF, 29 Nov. 2024
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Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2025
The aloe vera and shea butter nourish and soothe, leaving you with supple, fluffy hair rather than a scratchy feeling.
—Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 6 Dec. 2024
Alcohol kills common germs, while aloe vera moisturizes dry skin.
—Ashley Davis, WWD, 2 Dec. 2024
Soy proteins help with your skin’s collagen and elastin production to keep your complexion smooth and plump; cucumber extract helps soothe inflammation; aloe vera adds a boost of hydration.
—Abbey Stone, SELF, 29 Nov. 2024
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“Aloe vera.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/aloe%20vera. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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