: an aloe (Aloe barbadensis synonym A. vera) whose leaves furnish a gelatinous emollient extract used especially in cosmetics and skin creams
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: such an extract or a preparation composed primarily of such an extract
Examples of aloe vera in a Sentence
a skin cream that contains aloe vera
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The formula contains aloe vera and prickly pear to soothe the skin while also helping to repair and soften it on a deeper level.
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Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 17 May 2024
The licorice extract, peptides, and aloe vera work to brighten dark circles.
—Enjanae' Taylor, Southern Living, 2 May 2024
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Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 17 May 2024
The licorice extract, peptides, and aloe vera work to brighten dark circles.
—Enjanae' Taylor, Southern Living, 2 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for aloe vera
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“Aloe vera.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/aloe%20vera. Accessed 1 Jun. 2024.
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