How to Use aloe vera in a Sentence

aloe vera

noun
  • The leaves of the desert and Tropics-dwelling aloe vera create a gel that soothes burns.
    Heidi Mitchell, WSJ, 10 Nov. 2018
  • Ten of the shades are satin mattes—smooth (thanks to aloe vera and coconut oil), flat colors with a soft-focus finish.
    Sarah Wu, Glamour, 29 Nov. 2018
  • This no-frills sunscreen from Walgreens contains glycerin and aloe vera to hydrate and soothe stressed-out skin.
    Macaela MacKenzie, Allure, 2 May 2019
  • Toppings include aloe vera, red bean, jellies and ice cream along with the standard boba tapioca pearls.
    Benjy Egel, sacbee, 25 June 2018
  • Hyaluronic acid, aloe vera, glycerin, and soybean oil help balance out the formula and keep it gentle.
    Kiana Murden, Vogue, 16 Oct. 2024
  • Once a burn is completely cooled, apply a lotion, such as one that contains aloe vera or a moisturizer.
    Sarah Brookbank, Cincinnati.com, 4 July 2018
  • Along with the star ingredient in its name, the product contains argan oil, fire tulip, lavender extract, and aloe vera.
    Wendy Sy, Allure, 14 Sep. 2018
  • The product contains apricot kernel oil, aloe vera, and vitamin E, and claims to get rid of dull-looking skin.
    Kayla Keegan, Good Housekeeping, 18 July 2018
  • Still willing to settle for some good ol' aloe vera gel from the drugstore (and a little more diligence with your sunscreen reapplication next time)?
    Samantha Sasso, refinery29.com, 30 June 2018
  • Plus, the stick is made with ingredients like hyaluronic acid, aloe vera, and argan oil, which soften skin while illuminating, too.
    refinery29.com, 13 June 2018
  • Beyond haircuts, shaves and beard trims, Castellon offers a botanical wash that starts with raw aloe vera hand-muddled in a molcajete.
    Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, 10 July 2018
  • After that display, Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s is safer in his job than the guy selling aloe vera at the nude beach.
    Chris Stirewalt, Fox News, 16 July 2018
  • While plenty of online sources say home remedies like apple cider vinegar or aloe vera can help, Brown says there's no scientific evidence to support those notions.
    Locke Hughes, Redbook, 15 Apr. 2019
  • Buy a product that’s specifically geared to soothe the area (be careful of men’s after-shaves, which aren’t the same thing) or use a mild natural moisturizer like aloe vera or coconut oil to hydrate and protect your skin.
    Megan Gustashaw, Glamour, 23 Mar. 2019
  • Bergelin compares it to the aloe vera craze a decade ago.
    Claire Ballentine, BostonGlobe.com, 26 Aug. 2019
  • Use it to carve a block of cheese, slice a pear, and extract the gel from leaves of aloe vera.
    Michael Calore, Wired, 18 Nov. 2021
  • It's made with aloe vera that aims to hydrate and soothe skin.
    Jacqueline Saguin, Good Housekeeping, 16 Dec. 2022
  • If that's the case, ask your stylist for a cooling gel, like aloe vera, to calm your skin.
    Harper's BAZAAR, 30 Sep. 2019
  • The base is coconut oil and aloe vera to soothe and deeply hydrate.
    Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 2 June 2022
  • By far, aloe vera is the best instant skin soother and works to cool the skin after a shave.
    Joseph Deacetis, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2021
  • Christophe Robin is packed with aloe vera to soothe the scalp and castor oil to hydrate strands.
    Emily Burns, ELLE, 24 Sep. 2022
  • The aloe vera and citric acid in this stuff dig out dirt, oil, and product buildup.
    Editors Of Men's Health, Men's Health, 24 May 2022
  • The shaving cream is made from maca root and aloe vera which helps to soothe skin and leave it feeling soft.
    Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 June 2020
  • No Skin care routine: AM: ice gel mask, aloe vera, and black soap.
    Rachel Wilkerson Miller, SELF, 21 Feb. 2024
  • To use aloe vera, break off a leaf, extract the gel, and apply it directly to the bite.
    Debbie Wolfe, Popular Science, 27 May 2024
  • This dog shampoo also contains aloe vera and chamomile to soothe the skin and coat.
    Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 11 July 2022
  • Tata Harper’s is just as good, treating the skin with a glow boost through BHAs, coral clay, and aloe vera.
    Kiana Murden, Vogue, 25 July 2023
  • Here’s a great house plant that isn’t named after a creepy crawly creature: aloe vera.
    Ashley Stahl, Forbes, 7 Apr. 2021
  • This will soothe your skin with arnica, tea tree oil, and aloe vera.
    Chris Hachey, BGR, 28 July 2022
  • Infused with argan oil, aloe vera and other nourishing ingredients, this hair gem works to tame your frizz, add shine and straighten your hair all at the same time.
    Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 25 Oct. 2024

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