Common Name(s): Kidachi aloe extract,aloe arborescens extract,tree aloe japanese extract
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Soothes and conditions skin with the traditional japanese aloe extract from kidachi aloe.
Why It's Used: Kidachi aloe (aloe arborescens) is considered more potent than aloe vera (aloe barbadensis) in japanese traditional medicine; 'youjyuu' refers to the concentrated juice/extract preparation; contains acemannan, aloin, and unique polyphenols.
How It Works: Acemannan polysaccharide provides wound healing support and immune modulation; aloin and barbaloin provide antioxidant and antimicrobial activity; aloe arborescens contains higher polyphenol content than a. barbadensis.
Typically Found In: Soothing skin care,japanese botanical formulas,sensitive skin products
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient – botanical
Secondary Functions: Skin conditioning,soothing,wound healing
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.5%–10%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional - supplier confirmation required
Halal Status: Unverified - supplier confirmation required
Source Notes: Aloe arborescens (kidachi aloe) plant extract; traditional japanese preparation; natural plant origin. [audit 2026-07-29 rev2: the record's own source_notes does not assert a non-animal origin, or instructs the reader to verify with the supplier; "yes" asserts knowledge the record does not hold. determination requires shariah-panel sign-off.]
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 – very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 – non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Generally well tolerated; rare aloe sensitivity.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Good safety profile. ewg score: 1.
Works Well With: Other aloe extracts,soothing botanicals,panthenol
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Aloe arborescens is preferred in japanese traditional medicine (kampo) and phytotherapy; studies suggest higher acemannan and polyphenol content vs a. barbadensis; used in japan for radiation therapy skin care and wound healing support.
Last Verified: 2026-03-28
Primary Sources: Cosing database,inci dictionary