Aloe Propolis Soothing Gel — Reddit Reviews
by Benton
Updated October 30, 2026
Aloe-propolis gel calms redness without forehead slickness; underwhelming for very dry skin.
What the community says
An aloe-and-propolis gel for redness, acne-prone skin, and tretinoin dryness, with a light finish that layers easily. It suits people who find creams clogging, though very dry skin may still feel tight and some users report stinging.
What this means for you
What people love
- Aloe-propolis gel calms redness and stinging
- Hydrates without a greasy forehead finish
- Light gel alternative to clogging creams
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Real Reddit threads — 27 mentions across 25 threads
Benton Aloe Propolis Soothing Gel on Reddit, in one place — 25 threads from r/tretinoin, r/SkincareAddiction and 5 more, summarized.
“benton aloe propolis soothing gel or any 99% aloe gel”
Positive
“AM- 1% clindamycjn lotion -let soak in for 10 mins - benton aloe propolis soothing gel”
Positive
“My goals were to clear my acne while combatting initial dryness that tret is known for. Moisturizing and replenishing my moisture barrier was my top priority”
Positive
“my Benton aloe propolis soothing gel”
Cautionary
“bc nothing will work on my face”
Cautionary
“then lately with the aloe alone is making it literally just sit on top of my face”
Cautionary
“I either use my benton aloe propolis gel or my olivarrier essence”
Positive
“...my benton aloe propolis gel...”
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“Then I add the ampoule”
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“I use the Benton Aloe propolis soothing gel”
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“which I see listed at $13-$19 per 3.38 oz tube (US).”
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“It may not be similar but I use the Benton Aloe propolis soothing gel”
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“Benton Aloe Propolis Soothing Gel”
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“Products I will be mini reviewing soon:”
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“Benton Aloe Propolis Soothing Gel”
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“Till next time~”
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Dupes & Alternatives
Avene
Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream
Better for Redness / Irritation
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1086 mentions