Aloe Ferox

What is it?

Aloe ferox (also known as Cape Aloe or bitter aloe) is a Southern African succulent whose leaf gel is used topically in a similar way to the related Aloe vera, valued for its moisturizing and soothing properties.

What does it do?

Commonly used as a soothing, moisturizing gel ingredient. Animal-model studies comparing Aloe ferox with Aloe vera found both species inhibited inflammatory skin responses and supported wound healing, though direct human clinical efficacy data for Aloe ferox specifically remains limited.

Real products containing this

• 10% Vitamin C + 1% Alpha Arbutin Serum — Silki
• Aloe Ferox Hydrating Serum — Africology

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