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MANUFACTURE & QUALITY CONTROL

Bowles, William B. (N.D.). Medical aspects of Aloe. Melbourne, FL: Terry Laboratories.

Abstract: Present uses of aloe vera gel products, potential uses for aloe vera gel products, typical components found in the gel of aloe vera, harvesting, manufacturing and handling of aloe vera gel, new product development.

Leung, Albert Y. (1985, September). Aloe vera update: A new form questions integrity of old. Drug & Cosmetics Industry, 42-46.

Abstract: Discusses the ability to now stabilize processed yet active Aloe so that more reliable tests may be done.

Mary, Nouri Y., Christensen, Bernard V., & Beal, Jack L. (1956, April). A paper chromatographic study of Aloe, aloin and of cascara sagrada. Journal of the American Pharmaceutical Association, XLV(4), 229-232.

Abstract: A qualitative and quantitative study of aloe, aloin, and cascara sagrada by the use of paper chromatography was undertaken. The results indicated the presence of aloe-emodin and anthranol in the free state and in glycosidal combination in all five of the drugs investigated. In addition, the Curacao aloe contained chrysophanic acid and the cascara sagrada contained chrysophanic acid and emodin in their free state and also in glycosidal combination.

Monroe, Adria (BS), Schwartz, Harold (PhD), & Dorman, Nathan (MD). (1981, December 9). Clinical safety evaluation of sample: AVA Aloe vera gel. East Orange, NJ: A. FORL Food and Drug Research Laboratories, Inc.

Abstract: The purpose of the test was to determine the irritation and/or sensitization potential of the test product after repeated application under occlusion to the skin of human subjects.

Moroni , Pollye (1982, September). Aloe in cosmetic formulations. Cosmetic Technology.

Abstract: Discusses the uses of Aloe vera gel in various cosmetics including shampoo, hair rinses, and suntan preparations. The five major properties of the gel are anti-inflammatory, healing, moisturizing, substantivity to hair and skin, increasing skin respiration. Antibacterial properties of aloe gel were claimed in studies. Aloe also used in peptic ulcer therapy.

Pelley, Ronald P., Wang, Y. T., Waller, T. A. (1993, May). Current status of quality control of Aloe barbadensis extracts. SÖFW-Journal, Jahrgang (year’s issue), 119, 255-268.

Abstract: In this article, we will examine the developments in analytical chemistry that are bringing us closer to the goal of benchmark tests for Aloe gel identity and quality: measurement of ions, high pressure liquid chromatography of PLC, and measurement of total polysaccharides

Plaskett, Lawrence G. (Dr). (N.D.). Aloe and its quality control: Checking upon the genuineness of products. Positive Health.

Abstract: The consumer can come to realise that some preservatives are needed, otherwise the liquid Aloe vera extract cannot possibly be stabilised for distribution and marketing. This does not apply to freeze-dried aloe vera powder, like that found in Desert Harvest products.

Wright, Rebecca. (2005, May 1). Inside Aloe: Using Aloe in nutraceutical applications seems like a natural progression for the ingredient, but Aloe makers must resolve some challenges before fully developing this market. Nutraceuticals World.

Abstract: Predicts more internal use of Aloe vera in the future and also calls for more research, education and standardization.

Yagi, Akira, Makino, K., Nishioka, I., & Kuchino, Y. (1977). Aloe mannan, polysaccharide, from Aloe arborescens var. natalensis. Planta Medica,31, 17-20.

Abstract: A main polysaccharide (aloe mannan) isolated from the fresh leaf pulp of Aloe arborescens Mill. Var. natalensis Berger in a pure state was proved to be a partially acetylated βa-D-mannan. The molecular weight of aloe mannan was calculated to be approximately 15,000 by equilibrium ultracentrifugation. An inhibiting effect of aloe mannan was tested against the implanted sarcoma-180.

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