Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many ml of aloe vera direct juice should I drink daily to feel an effect?
We recommend taking a double shot (40ml) each morning and evening as a small daily ritual. For people with specific ailments or planning an intensive course, for example during a fasting cure, the dose can be doubled. It should be taken for at least one month. Many of our loyal customers incorporate the juice permanently into their daily routine after the initial intensive course, with at least one 40ml shot in the morning and/or evening.
2. What is the maximum daily amount of Aloe Vera direct juice I should drink?
Since our organic direct juice does not contain aloin, which would have a laxative effect if consumed excessively, there are no known side effects. The aloe vera plant protects itself from predators with the bitter substance aloin.
3. Can I also use the Aloe Vera Gel for my hair?
Aloe Vera gel is a true wonder hair care product. Applications range from direct application to the scalp and hair (also very good for dandruff) overnight as a treatment or during the day as a natural styling gel, to a strengthening addition to shampoo or conditioner for leave-in and rinse-out use. Both Aloe Vera products can also be wonderfully used for hair masks, for example in combination with a rich oil (organic hemp oil, organic avocado or almond oil, high-quality shea or cocoa butter and our favorite: prickly pear seed oil).
4. Can I also use the juice externally, e.g., mix it into conditioner?
Our organic juice can be perfectly mixed into natural DIY care products or your favorite existing care products to refine the recipe and utilize the nourishing, regenerating, and powerful properties of aloe vera. Incorporated into body lotions and body oils, both aloe vera gel and juice can unfold their effects and help to firm and strengthen the skin's elasticity and tissue while providing moisture.
Aloe vera gel and juice can be added to existing care products as high-quality additives to enhance the existing product and its effects.
5. Can I heat the juice, for example in tea or for baking?
Yes, the juice can easily be heated or mixed into a warming tea. However, long cooking times should be avoided so that nutrients are not unnecessarily "overcooked". You can find many great cooking recipes in our gift book, which you will receive by email after every purchase through our website.
6. Is the gel also intended for internal use?
Wild Baboon's Aloe Vera Gel was developed to be natural, vegan, and preserved as little as possible. Since it is very gentle on our skin, it can even be used on mucous membranes, i.e., in the mouth or in the intimate area. Here it has a natural antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal (against bad fungi) effect and helps the mucous membranes to regenerate quickly and restore a healthy environment. We deliberately refrain from using alcohol and glycerin in our products.
Gels, juices, and soaps can, of course, also be used on babies, children, and our four-legged friends, as they are pure natural plant products.
7. Can I apply the gel to open wounds?
In principle, Wild Baboon gel can also be applied to wounds, small cuts, and injuries. Aloe Vera is particularly known for promoting skin regeneration, i.e., wound healing. It has anti-inflammatory, cooling, soothing, and nourishing effects. It is a product for every medicine cabinet that values natural and pure products and should not be missing in the bathroom or when traveling.
8. Is the gel suitable for all skin types?
Since Wild Baboon's certified aloe vera gel contains no oil, alcohol, perfume, or other irritating substances, it can be used for oily, normal, sensitive, irritated, and combination skin. People prone to oily skin are happy to recommend the gel, as it absorbs completely in a few seconds and does not leave a greasy residue or shiny spots.
People with sensitive skin appreciate the cooling effect, which soothes irritations and creates an even complexion. People with very dry skin use the gel as a serum before their favorite rich moisturizer or mix a few drops of high-quality oils like apricot kernel or prickly pear seed oil with a pump of Wild Baboon Aloe Vera Gel in their hand and apply this natural skin elixir morning and evening after cleansing.
People prone to problem skin and struggling with impurities, pimples, and acne often see a significant improvement in their skin's appearance in a very short time, as the many nutrients nourish the skin, the aloe vera naturally heals inflammation, and rebuilds the skin. At the same time, it prevents scars and stimulates wound healing. The 50ml for €12 from Wild Baboon is particularly suitable for the face, as the pump doses are adjusted to the amount needed for the face.
We can observe the effect of aloe vera particularly well with skin burns. In most cases, even with a severe sunburn, the skin is brown the next day after just a few aloe vera treatments, instead of damaged and red.
9. Where do the plants from which the products are made come from?
The plants come from our organic partner farm in Mexico. This sustainable family business uses renewable energy for its entire production! No pesticides or chemical fertilizers are used on the soil where the plants thrive. Instead, a natural fertilizer is made from the leftover aloe vera (using a self-developed process), ensuring that the nutrients return to the soil while enriching the organic aloe vera and helping it develop succulent leaf fillets.
10. How are the products made (gel and juice)
The plump organic aloe vera leaves are harvested by hand, then thoroughly washed and processed immediately to preserve as many nutrients as possible. The ends of the leaves and the thorns are cut off. These parts also contain most of the substance aloin, which is undesirable in high-quality organic products. This substance serves the plant as protection against predators, but when consumed in excess by humans, it has a laxative and irritating effect.
Subsequently, most of the leaf rind is removed, but not all of it, because the leaf rind also contains many nutrients that benefit us. The filleted pieces are then broken down so that all the plant "blisters" burst open and the valuable aloe vera juice is released. This direct juice is then pasteurized for 2-3 seconds to make it shelf-stable, so that we can use it here in Germany without excessive preservation.
During the brief heating, the enzymes are inactivated, but the remaining nutrient profile is preserved. As with cooking our food, some substances are even activated and made usable for humans. The brief heating is therefore a good solution to be able to offer high-quality organic direct juice. In Germany, the juice is then bottled and delivered to our homes in 1-liter bottles. This allows us to enjoy 99.9% pure aloe vera direct juice in organic quality without preservatives. The juice is only mixed with 0.1% citric acid to stabilize the pH value, so that it can be kept in the refrigerator for 2-3 weeks after opening and consumed. Unopened, the juice has a shelf life of 1.5 years.
The gel is made from the pure concentrate of the juice in German laboratories and is mixed with natural xanthan gum and citric acid for stabilization. Since aloe vera is an extremely sensitive plant, potassium sorbate and sodium benzoate are added in small amounts >1%. Both substances are approved for natural cosmetics and help to ensure that the gel is stable for over 12 months after opening.
11. Approximately how many days will the juice last?
With the recommended amount of 40ml each morning and evening, one litre of juice lasts approximately 12 days. A pack of six will therefore last over 2 months, allowing you to provide your body with a real treat and an exceptional combination of nutrients for less than €1.40 per day.
12. Where are the products available?
Our organic aloe vera products are available in our online shop, which provides a lot of information on topics such as aloe vera, physical and mental health, fasting, breathing, and much more, via Amazon, and at selected points of sale such as:
- VEDANA Naturkosmetik, Südstadt, Alteburger Straße 38
- Naturheilpraxis / Naturkosmetik KosnaturA, Mainzer Straße 36 with Karen Ages
- Mare Atlantico, Südstadt, Markt Straße 10-12
- Hulc Bioladen, Friesenplatz, Venloer Straße 30 (small gel)
- noch3, functional trainingszentrum, near Mediapark, Probsteigasse 29
- Salon 2 Claudia Schaaf, Gutenbergstraße 2, Ehrenfeld (gels and natural soaps)