9 Aloe Vera Uses That Can Simplify Your Life
For thousands of years, aloe vera has been revered for its curative powers. About 99% of it is water, and the last 1% is just pure goodness. Although most of us have heard that aloe vera works wonders for sunburns, it also offers a plethora of additional health benefits that qualify it as a super-plant.
1. Treat cuts and wounds.
Aloe vera has been known for centuries as a great healer for different types of skin damage, such as cuts. It increases the growth of new skin and tissue cells and accelerates tissue regeneration. Here’s how you can use it:
- Chop the leaf in half, lengthwise.
- Place the cut side on the cut.
2. Treat burns.
Small burns have traditionally been treated with aloe vera. Similar to menthol, it provides a cooling effect, calms inflammation, and stimulates skin and tissue regeneration. This is how to apply it:
- Cut off any spikes from the leaf.
- Cut the leaves lengthwise.
- Scoop out the clear gel with a knife.
- Apply the gel directly to the burn.
3. Treat insect bites.
The saliva of insects can include a variety of poisons and allergens that produce varying degrees of itching, swelling, and irritation, which is why insect bites itch. Aloe vera has a cooling effect, provides itch and discomfort relief, and lowers inflammation.
Here’s how you prepare it:
- Cut the leaves lengthwise.
- Apply the clear gel on the affected areas.
9 Aloe Vera Uses That Can Simplify Your Life
4. Treat frostbite.
Mild frostbite can be treated with aloe vera to lessen its effects. It contains a lot of vitamin E, which is the best antioxidant for repairing skin. Remember that frostbite is a very dangerous condition, therefore it may be a good idea to visit a doctor to get examined if you suspect you have it. For frostbite, use the following:
- Cut the leaves lengthwise.
- Peel the yellow layer just beneath the rind.
- Apply the clear gel on the affected area.
5. Exfoliate.
With the aid of this exfoliating scrub, aloe vera will assist in making your skin feel fresh once again. This scrub eliminates dead skin cells and is so mild that even sensitive skin may use it. Aloe vera scrubs and exfoliators are widely available in stores these days, but if you have the plant on hand, you may prepare your own. This is only one of many recipes that are available!
- 2 tbsp of aloe vera gel
- 2 tbsp of organic brown sugar
- 1 tsp of lemon juice
- Mix and apply it to your skin.
- Wash it off.
6. Prevent pimples and treat acne.
Aloe vera is also well recognized for regenerating skin cells and for having anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory characteristics that make it an excellent treatment for acne, rosacea, and acne prevention. Thanks to its healing abilities, it also helps with any imperfections, post-breakout scars, and damaged skin. This is how to apply it:
- Cut the leaves lengthwise.
- Apply the clear gel to the affected area.
9 Aloe Vera Uses That Can Simplify Your Life
7. A moisturizer for your skin
Because it penetrates quickly and hydrates without clogging pores, unlike many other store-bought moisturizers, aloe vera is a fantastic natural moisturizer, especially for dry or sensitive skin. Here’s how to get ready for it:
- Cut the leaves lengthwise.
- Scoop 2 tsp of clear gel.
- Mix it with 2–3 tablespoons of coconut oil.
8. Body scrub
Aloe vera is a highly effective and kind body cleanser because of its potent antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Vitamin E and aloe vera are both effective for repairing skin cells, and essential oils make the skin supple and smooth. How to make the scrub is as follows:
- Cut the leaves lengthwise.
- Scoop the clear gel with a knife — you’ll need about 1/4 of a cup.
- Mix it with liquid soap, 3/4 of a cup.
- Add 1 tsp of vitamin E.
- Add a few drops of essential oil — it can be lavender, geranium, lemongrass or chamomile oils. All these oils are very beneficial for the skin.
9. Hair treatment
Aloe vera is a highly effective remedy for hair loss. It has enzymes that rejuvenate the scalp’s dead skin cells and promote the development of new hair.
- Cut the leaves lengthwise.
- Scoop 2 tsp of clear gel.
- Mix it with 2–3 tbsp of coconut oil.
- Add 1–2 tbsp honey.
- Apply it to your scalp and hair and leave it on for 40 minutes.
- Rinse off and wash your hair as usual.
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Please note: This article was updated in May 2022 to correct source material and factual inaccuracies.
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