What is Aloe Vera Gel? Aloe Vera (கத்தாழை / Kathalai in Tamil), known botanically as Aloe barbadensis miller and called Kumari in Sanskrit, is one of the most documented plants in Siddha and Ayurvedic traditions. In Tamil Nadu, the kathalai plant has been a household staple for generations — valued for its cooling, moisturising, and skin-soothing properties. Our Aloe Vera Gel is a water-based gel extracted from aloe leaves, processed and supplied as a ready-to-use cosmetic ingredient for formulators and direct personal care use alike. Key Properties Skin hydration: Traditionally valued in Siddha practice for its cooling and moisturising character — known for a lightweight, non-greasy finish that suits a wide range of skin types. Scalp and hair care: Valued in traditional hair care for conditioning the scalp, reducing surface dryness, and supporting a healthy hair environment as a pre-wash or supplementary treatment. Cooling application: Traditionally applied on sun-exposed or warm, irritated skin for its cooling nature — a widely used household approach across Tamil Nadu. Water-phase formulation base: Compatible with gels, lotions, serums, face masks, shampoos, and conditioners as a primary water-phase ingredient. Lightweight carrier: Preferred in formulations where a non-occlusive, light texture is required — works alongside actives, botanical extracts, and hydrosols. Formulation Applications Aloe Vera Gel is used across a wide range of personal care and cosmetic formulations: Skin care — face gels, moisturisers, serums, after-sun products, sheet mask essences Hair care — shampoos, conditioners, scalp serums, hair gels, leave-in sprays Body care — body lotions, cooling gels, hand creams, soothing balms Natural and Ayurvedic formulations — used as a primary base alongside botanical extracts and herbal actives Typical usage rate: 10–98% depending on formulation type. Water-soluble; compatible with most water-phase actives and hydrophilic ingredients. As with all raw materials, we recommend trialling in your formulation before scaling. How to Use Aloe Vera Gel Direct skin application: Apply a thin layer onto clean skin. Gently spread and leave for 15–20 minutes or as needed. Can be used daily as a light topical treatment. Scalp and hair treatment: Apply to the scalp and along hair lengths. Leave for 30–45 minutes before washing off with a mild shampoo. Suitable for once or twice weekly use. In formulation: Add to the water phase of your formulation at room temperature or up to 40°C. Avoid high-heat processing to maintain the character of the gel. Storage Instructions Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat. Keep the container tightly sealed after each use. As this product does not contain synthetic preservatives, refrigerating after opening is recommended — particularly in warm climates. Best used within 12 months of manufacture date. Why Maduras Herbals? We source our Aloe Vera Gel from Tamil Nadu farms and process it without synthetic thickeners, artificial fragrances, parabens, or added preservatives. It is supplied as a quality cosmetic ingredient — consistently checked before dispatch. We supply from 25ml upward with no minimum order requirement, so you can sample and assess before scaling. We ship across India and internationally. Frequently Asked Questions Q: What is Aloe Vera Gel traditionally used for in Siddha and Ayurvedic practice? A: In Siddha medicine, Kathalai (Aloe vera) is traditionally valued for its cooling and skin-soothing properties. It has been used topically on sun-exposed or dry skin, as a scalp conditioning treatment, and as a base ingredient in traditional herbal face preparations. Aloe vera also appears in some Ayurvedic internal formulations, always under the guidance of a qualified practitioner. Q: Is this Aloe Vera Gel suitable for use on sensitive skin? A: Aloe vera is traditionally regarded as gentle and is commonly used on sensitive skin types. As individual skin responses vary, a patch test on a small area is always advisable before broader application. Formulators working with sensitive skin products should assess compatibility within their full formulation before production. Q: How should Aloe Vera Gel be stored after opening? A: Store in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight, with the container tightly sealed. Refrigerating after opening is recommended, as the product does not contain synthetic preservatives. Best used within 12 months of the manufacture date printed on the packaging.
