: 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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The kit includes facial gels with vitamin E and aloe vera, as well as two gels to relieve sunburn and a lip balm with sun protection, all designed for sunny days at the resort.
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José Cantillo Ferrer, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Feb. 2026
Aim to water aloe vera about every two to three weeks during summer months and once a month or less when the plant is dormant in winter.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
This is processed according to FDA standards and also includes skin-softening MSM, shea butter, coconut oil, olive oil, aloe vera and lecithin.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2026
The bathroom features a deep freestanding bathtub, a walk-in shower, high-quality Natura Bissé bath amenities and fresh aloe vera gel to soothe your skin after a day in the sun.
—Natasha Amar, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
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José Cantillo Ferrer, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Feb. 2026
Aim to water aloe vera about every two to three weeks during summer months and once a month or less when the plant is dormant in winter.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
This is processed according to FDA standards and also includes skin-softening MSM, shea butter, coconut oil, olive oil, aloe vera and lecithin.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2026
The bathroom features a deep freestanding bathtub, a walk-in shower, high-quality Natura Bissé bath amenities and fresh aloe vera gel to soothe your skin after a day in the sun.
—Natasha Amar, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
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“Aloe vera.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/aloe%20vera. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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