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Aloe Ferox Powder (Bitter Cape Aloe) - 50g

Aloe Ferox Powder (Bitter Cape Aloe) - 50g

R 89.00
R 89.00
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Size: 50g
INCI: Bitter Cape Aloe

Aloe Ferox Powder is a powdered form of bitter Cape aloe, made from Aloe ferox for traditional wellness and DIY formulation use. It is valued for its cleansing, digestive-supporting and laxative properties, with naturally occurring anthraquinones contributing to its strong action. The powder format is convenient for small measured amounts, tincture combinations, food and beverage use, and selected DIY cosmetic recipes. This powder does not reconstitute with water to form aloe vera gel.

♡ Why we love it: Aloe ferox powder is compact, potent and easy to measure, making it a useful option for those who prefer a powdered botanical over crystals. It brings the same traditional bitter aloe character in a format that works well for careful, small-dose use and practical DIY projects.

Usage inspiration: DIY Herbal Hair Rinses

This product is certified: Vegan and Food Grade.

Also available in large pack sizes.

Need detailed info? COAs and SDSs are available — just send us the product name and batch number, and we’ll gladly share them with you.
  • Botanical Name: Aloe ferox
  • Also Known As: Bitter Cape Aloe
  • Form: Powder
  • Ingredients: Pure Aloe ferox powder
  • Key Constituents: Naturally occurring anthraquinones
  • Profile: Bitter, concentrated botanical powder
  • 100% Natural
  • Food Grade
  • Vegan Friendly
  • Suitable For: Traditional Wellness Use And DIY Cosmetic Use
  • Supporting occasional digestive regularity
  • Traditional cleansing and detox-style wellness routines
  • Small-dose natural laxative preparations
  • Tincture combinations and bitter herbal blends
  • Food and beverage applications where bitter aloe powder is appropriate
  • DIY cosmetic recipes and herbal hair rinse inspiration
  • External poultice-style applications

    This Product Is For:

  • People who prefer powdered botanicals over crystals
  • Experienced herbal users familiar with strong aloe preparations
  • DIY makers creating tinctures, herbal blends or topical preparations
  • Anyone needing a convenient bitter aloe powder for measured use

    • This Product Is Not For:

  • People wanting aloe vera gel or a product that reconstitutes into gel
  • Pregnant, breastfeeding or menstruating women
  • Long-term daily use
  • Children
  • People with intestinal irritation
  • As A Traditional Wellness Ingredient: Start with a very small measured amount and build only if needed to establish personal tolerance.
  • Suggested Starting Amount: A butter-knife point of powder is traditionally used as a starting point.
  • In Blends: Can be mixed with a palatable substance to soften the bitter taste.
  • In Tinctures: Use in suitable tincture combinations according to a trusted formulation.
  • In DIY Cosmetics: Dissolve in water to prepare a solution for suitable cosmetic recipes.
  • As A Poultice Ingredient: Use externally in carefully prepared poultice-style applications.
  • Processing Tip: This is a strong, concentrated botanical powder, so measure carefully and avoid prolonged use.
  • Use only in small, measured amounts
  • Do not use during pregnancy, breastfeeding or menstruation
  • Do not use for prolonged periods
  • Excessive use can be harmful and may affect kidney health
  • Small doses may increase menstrual flow
  • Not recommended for people with intestinal irritation
  • Consult a doctor before use if you have diabetes, a medical condition or take medication
  • Discontinue use two weeks before surgery
  • Keep out of reach of children and pets

    Q: Does Aloe Ferox Powder turn into aloe vera gel when mixed with water?
    A: No. It does not reconstitute with water to form aloe vera gel.

    Q: Is Aloe Ferox Powder strong?
    A: Yes. It is a concentrated bitter aloe powder and should be used only in very small measured amounts.

    Q: What is the difference between the powder and the crystals?
    A: They are different formats of Aloe ferox. The powder is easier to measure into blends, while the crystals are a more traditional solid format.

    Q: Can this be used in DIY hair or skincare recipes?
    A: Yes, it can be used in suitable DIY cosmetic preparations, including herbal rinse projects, but it should be patch tested first.

About These Botanicals

This product is grown in an organic and regenerative fashion with as minimal use of insecticides, pesticides, herbicides and fungicides as possible, in certified organic fertilizer. The product is sourced food grade. It is not certified organic. Suitable for Kosher, Halaal and Hindi diets.

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Marguerite d.T. (Roodepoort, ZA)
Moisture for Henna

Depending on the quantity of Henna Powder Mix that I use, I add anything from 1 teaspoon to half a tablespoon to my Henna Powder mix and the results that I got was that my hair was feeling soft and not dry at all after I Henna it. I believe it is because I added this as a moisturizing agent to my Henna Mix. I will continue to use this product and explore other ways to use it.

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Christina R. (Cape Town, ZA)
Great for my dogs skin

I add a teaspoon of this Aloe Ferox powder to 1L of water and rub my dogs down with it. It Cleanses them and helps protect their skin.

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Alice D.A. (Cape Town, ZA)
Love it 😀

Excellant for the my hair and all my DIYs etc. Just be careful not to get it on your fingers cause it very bitter and doesnot ward of easily even after washing the hands a few times. Great buy non the less. Good quality. I wish there was more in the packaging though.

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Khethiwe T. (Accra, GH)
Question about concentration

Hi there, I’m really looking forward to working with this ingredient, but I’d like to know what concentration it is - is it a 200x or 100x? Looking forward to your feedback so I can get going :)

Hi, this is pure plant material, not an extract. So the concentration is not 100x etc, but is 100% pure.

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Nicky O. (Pretoria, ZA)
Great

Great product.

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Siphokazi N.t.b. (Cape Town, ZA)
Great for cleansing

Love it my soaps, masks gives green color I mix it up with spirulina for my soaps... Love. Love. Love

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Thandokazi M. (Cape Town, ZA)
It will take sometime to get used to the taste...

This definitely encourages bowel movement. I will keep taking it to see other benefits like skin clearing and hair growth..

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Vanessa J. (Cape Town, ZA)
best product

i mix this with my henna for added moisture, And what a game changer, i cannot go with out it.

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KayBee (Pretoria, ZA)
Aloe vera powder

I love the fact that genuinely this is a 100% raw organic aloe vera powder LOL, the strong smell !!!. It has a very strong unpleasant smell to it if you use too much. Not soluble in water.
Nonetheless it does have some conditioning properties. Personally I would not repurchase this product, but it was a fun experience using it.

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Minnet (Johannesburg, ZA)
Dissolving problem

Hi. I want to make a water/alor vera powder solution to add to my cosmetics, but when i want to dissolve it in water it becomes snot like and sticky, and does not dissolve, hie do i mix it with water to be able to use it? I want to make about 200ml aloe water solution that i can just add to my creams/ gels ect

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Nobuhle S. (Johannesburg, ZA)

The Avocado butter is great but the smell is rather overwhelming, I put so much essential oils to mask it but it's still very strong. Otherwise the products are great, and I liked the free gift.

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Pretty (Harare, ZW)
Sticky and difficult to dissolve in water

I am disappointed with this powder.

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Pauline S. (Windhoek, NA)
Best treatment for Hair

I love Aloe Vera Powder. I have bought it from you before and I use it mostly on my and my daughter’s hair and it helps to soften, strengthen and nourish our scalp. I love love it. You can smell that it is the real deal and quite potent.

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Milulo M. (Johannesburg, ZA)
I don’t know what that was

I’m not sure if I received dirt or aloe Vera. Very disappointed

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Shandre (Sandton, ZA)
Amazing stuff

Love the fact that I received it on time! Thank you for the free gift, definitely going to add it to my super potent hair mask.

Ill be mixing it with Chebe, for hair growth - cant wait to share my results. I know its going to work!. Essentially Natural has saved a girls life - everything I need for my natural hair mask's is found on their website. Highly recommend your website!!

Can't wait to hear how it works for you!

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Olebogeng (Johannesburg, ZA)
Service

I appreciated your quick and professional service. The product was as expected. I will certainly be buying again from you.

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Degracia N. (Durban, ZA)

love it

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Frank M. (Polokwane, ZA)
Aloe

Amazing product. Will definetly be purchasing from this store again.

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Ruth E. (Cape Town, ZA)
Difficult to work with

I have never used aloe powder before but I did not enjoy dealing with an almost tar like sticky oily residue on all my utensils.

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LYNDAL T.
five star

excellent

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Camerin K.

Good Day, I hope all is well on your side.

Happy New Year and all the best for 2025! I just have a quick question, I want to start a small skincare business this year and I really want to incorporate Aloe Ferox Powder. So the products I want to start off with are powdered face masks. Can I use Aloe Ferox Powder with French pink clay, Kaolin , Rosehip and other types of powders and which percentage do you think is the best to use Aloe Ferox powder at? Sorry for the long questions but I really just want to make good products for my future customers. Thank you so much, and I will be awaiting your response.

Kind Regards
Camerin Korkee

Essentially Natural

Hi there Camerin,

Thank you for the lovely message - Happy New Year to you as well and congratulations on starting this new journey!

Now, Aloe Ferox.
Aloe Ferox pairs very well with the products you listed, its skin-soothing, hydrating, and antioxidant-rich properties make it a great addition to powdered face masks.

With Regards to percentages:
- For a a gentle boost of hydration and nutrients while having the other products be the main attraction, consider having the Aloe Ferox Powder be between 5 - 10 %
- For a more prominent role in the mask, offering stronger hydrating and soothing benefits, consider 10 - 15 %

Remember that Aloe Ferox has a slightly fibrous texture, so make sure it blends evenly with the finer powders like clays. And try to make smaller test batches first - to test it out.

We think it's honourable that you are this caring about what you put into the world, and how you nourish your customers skin :)

Wishing you all the best and more!
Essentially Natural Support

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Eileen

How does one dissolve this product, or do you just let the tar sit at the bottom of the sprayer and shake it. Also how do you use it for your hair?

Essentially Natural

Hi there

The Aloe Ferox is water soluble, so it should dissolve into a water base.

You could include it in your hair mists, conditioners or shampoos - you could add it to a styling cream. Any product you formulate that has water, you could dissolve the Aloe into :)

What the Aloe Ferox would add is strengthening, protective and moisturising qualities - that can help with smoothening your hair out.

I hope that helps.

Kind Regards,
Essentially Natural Support

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