Aloe vera is one active ingredient that gets an “A” for effort – after all, it has been the answer to many of our hair and skin woes over the years. It moisturises the skin, helps heal conditions like acne, eczema, and sunburn, and treats bacterial infections, too. Let's be real – even though we have new, buzzy ingredients in the market every day, there’s nothing quite like this household staple that has been by our side and in our beauty regimes for decades. Pro tip: Avoid ‘masking’ with an aloe vera gel – if you’re applying a generous layer on your skin, rinse it off after a few minutes to avoid dryness.