For thousands of years, aloe vera has been used for a variety of food and medicinal purposes. It has gained nicknames like "the wonder plant" and the "plant of immortality."
But today, it's famously known for being a skincare ingredient that can be found in cleansers, toners, moisturizers, and sunscreens. Because if there's one thing aloe vera is good at, it's soothing, hydrating, and clearing up your complexion!
So whatever your skin type is, if you want to try the "magical" powers of aloe vera for yourself, below is a list of products you need ASAP.
1. The Face Shop Jeju Aloe Fresh Soothing Gel
Best for: Women who like multi-tasking products
Price: P199
Size: 300ml
Where to buy: Shangri-La Plaza, Robinsons Magnolia, SM Southmall
With 99 percent aloe leaf extract juice, this non-sticky gel can also be used as a moisturizer and a sleeping mask that can rejuvenate your complexion overnight.
2. Naturals by Watsons Aloe Vera Soothing Gel
Best for: Girls with dry skin
Price: P149
Size: 200g
Where to buy: Watsons
This gel is formulated with vitamin E and avocado oil to help hydrate and nourish dry and sensitive areas of your face and body.
3. Nature Republic Soothing & Moisture Aloe Vera 92% Soothing Gel
Best for: Those with acne-prone skin
Price: P245
Size: 300ml
Where to buy: SM Megamall, Festival Mall
Unlike most aloe vera gels that soothe and hydrate your skin, this one can also calm angry and red pimples. Whether you apply it on specific areas or all over your face, you don't have to worry about it messing up your sheets while you sleep because your skin will easily absorb it.
4. Beach Hut After Sun Gel
Best for: Beach babes
Price: P249
Size: 120ml
Where to buy: Zalora
For days when you've had too much fun under the sun, this alcohol-free product is the best way to calm down the inflamed skin on your face and body. Aside from containing aloe extract, it has D-Panthenol to help speed the renewal process of your skin cells.
5. Brown Belly Swimwear Aloe Vera Mist After Sun Spray
Best for: Ladies who commute to and from work every day
Price: P280
Size: 60ml
Where to buy: BrownBellySwimwear.com
Whenever you forget to apply sunblock and find that your complexion stings a *little* bit, spritz this on for instant relief!
6. Esfolio Aloe Vera Soothing Cleansing Foam
Best for: Everyone
Price: P399
Size: 150ml
Where to buy: Esfolio.ph
It gently cleanses your pores of dirt, makeup, and bacteria while moisturizing and brightening your complexion.
7. Innisfree Aloe Revital Soothing Gel
Best for: Those with dull complexions
Price: P412.96
Size: 300ml
Where to buy: InnisfreeWorld.com
Innisfree's 93 percent aloe gel will strengthen, revitalize, and refresh your skin's barrier so it can hold moisture better and naturally look radiant.
8. Mario Badescu Facial Spray With Aloe, Herbs, And Rosewater
Best for: Those who like a dewy complexion
Price: P550
Size: 118ml
Where to buy: Rustan's The Beauty Source
Does your skin look tired and feel dehydrated? Spray this on whenever you want to revive it! Plus, you can even use it as a makeup setting spray. ;)
9. COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF50 PA+++
Best for: Ladies and gents with combination skin
Price: P740
Size: 50ml
Where to buy: The Skincare Curator
For all you morena peeps, this lightweight and non-sticky sunscreen won't give your face a white cast because it dries down to a clear finish!
10. Benton Aloe Propolis Soothing Gel
Best for: Those with dark marks and hyperpigmentation
Price: P760
Size: 100ml
Where to buy: The Skincare Curator
Still got those pesky marks from your previous acne breakouts? This 80 percent-aloe vera gel will help brighten it to leave your complexion soft and evened out.
This story originally appeared on Cosmo.ph.
* Minor edits have been made by the Femalenetwork.com editors.
