Aloe vera is a short-stemmed plant species from the genus aloe. Throughout history this plant is known to be cultivated for medicinal and agricultural purposes. By now aloe vera is not only known for its medicinal and agricultural purposes, but it is also used for decorative purposes. Since it grows effectively as an indoor or potted plant. I am even planning to buy aloe vera plant and I’ll grow and cultivate it myself. Since I find this plant very interesting.
As I was scrolling through my YouTube app for some good contents. I came across with a “review vlog” about a certain local skincare product line. What caught my attention the most was all of the products being reviewed contains aloe vera. From the micro foam cleanser, toner, vitamin water, soap, soothing gel as well as the moisture and whitening cream. All contains aloe vera. Throughout the review vlog the content creator keeps on praising how amazing aloe vera is. Thus I became curious and ended up searching it on Google. I was deeply overwhelmed as well on how truly amazing this plant is. Hence I decided I should write an article about it.
Benefits
Aloe vera contains a number of vitamins such a Vitamin A which promotes normal growth and development as well as healthy skin, eyes and immune response. Vitamin C that helps boost immunity. Vitamin E which helps maintain healthy skin as well as strengthen the immune system. It also contains necessary minerals such as Calcium which helps build strong bones. Iron which is essential for healthy red blood cells as well as potassium that helps lower the risk of heart related diseases.
It also contains anti-inflammatory properties which helps reduce swelling and soreness of an injury or wound. Moreover contains anti-bacterial properties which helps in treating bacterial as well as fungal infections. It has a cooling effect which is best for treating minor burns and sunburns. Furthermore it also contains anti-oxidant properties which aid in treating sun damage as well as slowing down the aging process of the skin.
Uses
Aloe vera can be use in various ways. It can be used to t treat your mild dandruff problem. You can apply a freshly cut aloe vera gel to your head underneath your scalp. Let it sit for thirty minutes to one hour. Then rinse the gel off your scalp with a mild shampoo and water. You can repeat this process for two to three times a week. Aloe vera contain moisturizing effect, anti-inflammatory properties, enzymes and antioxidant properties that would help you with your mild dandruff. But then if you’re mild dandruff is still there after a week or two of using aloe vera, then it is best to seek advice from your health care provider for other ways.
You can also use aloe vera to treat your minor burns. You can apply freshly cut aloe vera gel directly to the affected area. It will give you a cool and soothing effect which will help you relief with the scorching sensation caused by the minor burn. Since aloe vera contains anti-inflammatory property it will help you treat effectively your minor burn as well as promote circulation, and avoid possible infection caused by bacteria. If you have chapped lips you can use aloe vera to bring back its moisture. You can apply freshly cut aloe vera gel or you can use lip balm/moisturizer which you can buy from your favorite health and beauty store. The watery substance found in aloe vera contains soothing, healing as well as anti-inflammatory properties that would help you bring back your smooth rosy pink lips.
Aloe vera can also be used to help you moisturize your face and body. By now many cosmetics and skincare products contains aloe vera. From lip balms, face mask, cleanser, toner, night cream, whitening cream, shampoo, lotion and soap. As well as supplements and heath beverages that we intake contains aloe vera. Using and applying skin care products that contains aloe vera will help you repair and rehydrate your dry skin. It also helps lock down moisture after showering. Moreover it is also said that it could also treat various minor skin conditions such as acne, sunburns, scars as well as eczema. Just regularly use and apply products that contains aloe vera may it be lotion, soothing, foam cleanser similarly as how you do it every day.
Risk
Even though this wonderful plant could offer numerous benefits and uses. I would also like to highlight in this article its possible risks. If you are taking any medicine regularly it is best if you would talk to your doctor first. Since taking aloe vera supplement along with your regular medicine might hinder its efficacy. Also before applying any products that contain aloe vera or the aloe vera gel itself to your skin. It is best if you would do a patch test first. You can apply a little amount of the said product that contain aloe vera or the aloe vera gel itself to the inside of your elbow or wrist. If you noticed any red rashes forming or you felt any skin irritation or burning. Then I suggest you discontinue using it. However if you badly wanted to use and apply aloe vera, but you are quite hesitant. The best thing I could suggest to you is you do a thorough research from reliable sources online. As well as do some inquires with your health care provider. In this way you can assure that using, applying and consummating products that contains aloe vera or the aloe vera gel itself will only do well on your body and not the other way around.
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