Beauty Elixir

Ghritkumari

Aloe Vera: what to mix it with

A light, soothing hydrator that is a household staple in India. It calms redness and after-sun heat and gives oily skin water-based hydration without heaviness.

Typical strength
varies
Best time
AM/PM
Irritation
Price in India
₹150 – ₹800
Helps with
Redness and hydration
Pregnancy
Generally considered safe in pregnancy

How to use Aloe Vera

Use as a gel moisturiser for oily skin in summer, or under a cream in dry weather. Choose products without added alcohol or heavy fragrance.

Pairs beautifully with

Retinol Adapalene Vitamin C Glycolic Acid Lactic Acid Mandelic Acid Salicylic Acid Benzoyl Peroxide Hyaluronic Acid Ceramides Centella Asiatica Squalane Snail Mucin Panthenol Tretinoin Retinal Urea Polyglutamic Acid

Safe to layer with

Niacinamide PHA Azelaic Acid Peptides Copper Peptides Bakuchiol Tranexamic Acid Alpha Arbutin Kojic Acid Vitamin E Ferulic Acid Sunscreen Hydroquinone Sulfur Tea Tree Oil Licorice Extract Glutathione Zinc PCA

Guides

Ingredients for dehydrated & dry skinIngredients for redness & sensitive skin Is Aloe Vera safe in pregnancy?

Aloe Vera vs alternatives

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