Aloe vera gel is known as a natural remedy to nourish the hair. But, the benefits are not only for hair. The substances contained in it such as beta-carotene, vitamins C and E, and antioxidants can make us stay young. The article describes benefits of aloe vera for the skin health and beauty. Feature picture: Pixabay.
Picture 1. Aloe Vera (Pixabay)
Every woman considers beauty as a part of her. A woman always wants to look beautiful. Not only beautiful, we crave a clear, clean, and taut skin especially on our face, so that we look more youthful.
Consume water in sufficient quantities to ensure the healthy skin, look younger and radiant. This is one of the best ways to manage our skin. In addition, we should always keep the skin hydrated and protect it from various threats. Factors that can damage the skin are environmental pollution, sunlight, and so forth.
Picture 2. Drinking Water (Pixabay)
Various beauty treatments are offered to support our appearance. So that we look beautiful, younger and charming. To look beautiful can be expensive. Especially when we do certain beauty treatments using modern methods.
But not everyone can afford the treatments that are obviously at no small cost. For that reason, we can perform natural beauty treatments using natural compounds. Indeed natural ways or traditional methods should be done.
Youthful skin is fresh, firm, and free of wrinkles ( that usually appear at a certain age). To make the youth, we should do antiaging treatment as early as possible. Pay attention to the skin health. Ageless usually synonymous with age is not young anymore, but we still look young. Usually, at the age of 40 years, the nascent wrinkles start appearing.
There are various natural ways that we can do for preventing and even treating wrinkles. One of which is aloe vera. The plant can provide tremendous benefits for our skin health and beauty. This jagged plant also has many health benefits. Aloe vera useful for curing various disease (read more about that here).
It has been for a long time aloe vera known as a plant that has many benefits. Cleopatra applied aloe vera to her skin on a daily basis. Women all over the world often use it in their beauty rituals. Aloe vera was officially listed as purgative and skin protectant by the US Pharmacopeia in 1820. Until today, aloe vera is an important traditional medicine in China, India, the West Indies, South Africa, and Japan.
Picture 3. Cleopatra (Pixabay)
Based on the research, green aloe plant is rich in substances, such as enzymes, amino acids, minerals, vitamins, polysaccharides and other components. The components are beneficial to health and beauty including agelessness.
Aloe barbadensis Miller is the Latin botanical name of this plant. Aloe vera produces two substances used in medicine. We get the gel from the cells in the center of the leaf. And we get the latex from the cells beneath the leaf skin.
The name Aloe vera derives from the Arabic word “Alloeh” meaning “shining bitter substance”, while “vera” in Latin means “true”. 2000 years ago, the Greek scientist regarded Aloe vera as the universal panacea.
Aloe vera contains 75 potentially active constituents. The active components in aloe vera include vitamins A, B, C, E, folic acid, calcium, selenium, zinc, chromium, and magnesium. Aloe vera contains 20 of the 22 essential amino acids.
With these contents, aloe vera can improve wrinkles and elasticity in the photoaged human skin. It helps to rejuvenate skin cells. Thus delaying the aging process and the fine wrinkles formation on the skin.
How to get the benefits of aloe vera for the skin?
Orally
To get the most out of aloe vera benefits is by consuming it every day. Before consuming it, we should wash aloe vera thoroughly. Separate the skin with aloe vera meat until we’re left with the white and no mucus attached to the meat.
After that, drain out the latex that is still attached to the meat of aloe vera. The latex can be slightly irritating to the skin. Cut aloe vera to a small cut. Once ready, we can consume it or processed into drinks and food. We can also process into juice or processed into a gelatinous material or yogurt.
According to a research conducted by Asian scientists, “by daily using small amounts of aloe vera gel we can significantly improve skin elasticity and remove wrinkles. A research has been done on thirty healthy female subjects. They received 2 different doses (low-dose:1,200 mg/day, high-dose:3,600 mg/d) of aloe vera gel supplementation for 90 days. Read more about the methods here. After aloe gel intake, the facial wrinkles improved significantly in both groups, and facial elasticity improved in the lower dose.
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Picture 4. Aloe Vera Meat / Gel
Topically
We can use aloe vera as a mask. Apply gel to the skin. Then wait at least one hour so that the content penetrate the skin. Afterward, rinse using warm water.
There are no significant side effects, either by consumption the low-dose or used as a mask or scrub. But those who are allergic to aloe vera should be careful. To know whether we are allergic to aloe vera, apply a little aloe vera on the hands or other parts. Having considered no reaction such as itch, it means we have no allergies to aloe vera.
Let us watch how to make aloe vera gel:
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What are the benefits of aloe vera for the skin health and beauty?
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1. Treating wrinkles
Apply aloe gel to our wrinkles every night. Wrinkles under the eyes is a huge problem that many people face today, and aloe vera gel can help treat it. This plant contains Vitamin A, vitamin C, and E that can help nourish the skin and improve the conditions for the better. Make sure we use the gel regularly.
Aloe vera can improve the production of collagen and elastin in the skin. Thus aloe vera making the skin supple, smooth and prevent wrinkles. Be careful, do not let the gel into the eyes as it can be dangerous. Read more how to use aloe vera for treating wrinkles here.
2. Improve skin elasticity
We will notice that when we apply aloe vera on our skin, we actually stimulate fibroblast cells in the skin. Aloe vera diet helps the skin producing natural collagen that induces skin elasticity. Treatment using aloe vera for skin wrinkles will give our skin vital minerals and vitamins. This helps nourish our skin and improve the skin health. We will find our skin be more delicate and well-maintained.
3. As astringent
It is one of the beauties of aloe vera. We will notice that when we apply aloe vera on our skin, then this plant will act as an astringent. Aloe vera can exfoliate the dead skin cells. Aloe vera is also able to improve the texture of our skin. Aloe vera contains saponins that are the soapy substances form about 3 % of the gel. Saponins have cleansing and antiseptic properties.
4. As a toner
Aloe vera can actually nourish and improve our skin. Aloe vera will give a sense of soothing on the skin, which then makes the skin become softer and pliable. Toners and astringents are products used to improve the surface of your skin. Toners help to remove any traces of oil, perspiration or makeup from our skin.
5. Heal various types of skin burns, including sunburn and chemical burns
Aloe vera can heal the skin from the effect of sunlight exposure. Treating burns is one of the most common and practical uses of aloe. But aloe vera is only suitable for use on first and second-degree burns.
The stages of burns:
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First degree burns: these only affect the top layer of skin and are quick to heal. Sunburn is a very common type of the first-degree burn.
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Second degree burns: this is when the burn goes through to the second layer of skin. It usually causes a blister, but not immediately breaking the top layer of skin.
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Third degree burns: This is when the burn goes all the way through the skin to the muscle. It can be very worrying and cause a great risk of infection.
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Fourth degree burns: this is the worst type of burn as it does all the way through to the bone. It is so bad. The skin will not be able to recover.
Picture 5. Tanned Skin (Pixabay)
6. Moisturizing the skin
Aloe vera contains mucopolysaccharides that help in binding moisture into the skin. When the skin is dry and sensitive, Aloe vera very well lubricated it. The content of zinc in aloe can also shrink the pores of the skin.
Picture 6. A woman’s face skin
7. Fade black spots
8. Brighten the skin
9. Treatment for chapped lips
Picture 7. A Woman’s Lip (Pixabay)
10. Treatment for cracked heels
Picture 8. A Woman’s Heel (Pixabay)
Aloe vera is not only good to be smeared on the skin, but also to be consumed. Have you ever used aloe vera for your beauty care treatments? What are your experiences related to treating skin problems using the aloe vera?. Please write your comment on the column below and I will be more than happy to reply your comment.
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My skin is so sensitive. Once, i use it and i got irritations and little itch on my face. Is it natural or safe?
What product did you use?
Aloevera gel extract naturally from fresh plants.
We should use the transparent gel only. Don’t use the yellow color part near the aloe vera skin (aloe latex). Talk to your doctor before using aloe vera gel for wrinkles, especially if you have skin sensitivities or allergies.
I have dry skin and so does most of my family! I need to get some of this, I always hear about how good it is. Thanks for the reassurance, thanks for sharing!
You will love it. Aloe vera can moisture our skin and help to overcome aging skin.
I have planted aloe vera in our garden to soothe my skin. Especially now that it is Summer season. But I don’t know how to do it. Thanks for the info.
You’re welcome, Ruth.
Been on an healthy diet for the past days to this is just timely for me. Thanks for the tips and recommendations. Will checkout some of these products!
You’re very welcome, Jenn. Thank you for reading it.
I’ve always had good results with aloe vera when it comes to my skin. I can’t get an Aloe Vera plant to live to save my soul though so thank goodness there are affordable and readily available products to purchase.
Lucky you, lol. Thank you for the comment.
I always love using aloe vera. It restores the moisture in my skin.
It is a great moisturizer, Ada. Aloe vera is great for our skin treatments.
Oh wow. It has so many benefits! I now need to find some and use it for my skin.
You will love it, Hannah.
I love aloe. I love to drink it and put it on my skin. Thanks for sharing.
Me too. Thank you for your comment.
I love Aloe Vera for its so much health benefits and it’s my favorite remedy for removing acne
Wow, thank you. My teenager daughter also uses aloe vera to overcome her acne problem.
I have heard so much about aloe vera. It seems like such a great plant. These all seem too good to be true, I really need to try it out for myself.
That is not too good to be true, Samuel. It has been proven for thousand years and by many research results. You will love it. Thank you for your comment.
Aloe vera is such a great plant, I have heard so much about it.. All you have written here seems too good to be true.. I need to go see for myself
These are amazing benefits. I didn’t know there were so many! I have always used aloe vera on my skin!
Yes, aloe vera is a versatile plant. It is great for our skin.
I first came across aloe vera when I was in Jamaica, I was sunburnt and a man took a branch/leaf from a plant and rubbed it directly on my burn. It was so soothing. Now I recommend aloe vera all the time.
It is soothing indeed. I use it every day to knowing its great ingredients. Thank you, Vicky.
Aloe vera can be so soothing for your skin! It’s such a helpful plant.
Xo, Sondra
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I can’t agree more. Thank you, Sondra.
I have tried once eating aloes but i didnt like it all. But it is really very good for everything its body skin face health etc.
Try to swallow only 1/4 teaspoon aloe vera gel like take a capsule. It is easy. But I understand that everyone has her/his preference.
I love Aloe and used to use it a lot on my skin. Never drank or ate it but might give it a try. Great post.
Drink only 1/4 teaspoon aloe gel a day. Thank you for your comment.
It’s amazing all the benefits it has. I have only really used it for burns.
You can try to use it as a foundation. I love how light it feels on my face.
i love aloe vera. it has numerous beneficial properties. thank you for sharing 🙂
Yes, it is. I have been drinking 1/4 teaspoon aloe vera gel (besides implementing healthy diet and habits) every day and I hope it can help my skin get rid of wrinkle like that has been proven by a research result. Thank you for your comment.
It really is amazing all the things Aloe Vera can do for the skin, it is something I always have in, especially over summer.
I love how aloe vera moisturize my skin. Thank you for your comment, Sarah.
I love aloe Vera so nice for skin dnt hair, always try and use it in my skincare routine though I need to get the plant instead of buying the gel.
Yes, we can ensure the ingredients purity by using the plant. I use it for my skin, lip, and heel. Thank you for the comment.
My mother and grandmother have always kept aloe vera in our yard. Any time one of the kids got a burn or cut, we would just pick off the plant and rub it on our skin!
It is amazing, isn’t it? How a single plant can give many benefits for the skin! Thank the mother earth!
Aloe is amazing! I started using it a few years back and its good for so many things, my skin has looked a million times better since using it. It’s so universal and as you mentioned, it can be used for almost anything in your beauty routine.
Yes, I am happy that I’ve found its amazing benefit. It moisturizes the skin and very easy to apply it. Thank you for your comment.
I really need to start using Aloe Vera more often on my skin! I think I’ll pick some up and see if it helps.
You will love it. It is so light and cold on the skin. Thank you for your comment.
Aloa Vera is a miracle, I am so glad it exists.
I actually used it once to heal a burn on my arm very quickly.
It’s amazing!
Thank you for sharing your experience, Peter. I applied it to my skin every day, especially after swimming with my daughter.
Melani, the great thing about Aloe Vera is it’s availability. We can grab a finished product or grow our own. I usually have a pot growing.
I generally use it for burns and skin. And burns of skin!
Once I accidentally burnt the end of my finger. It wasn’t quite to the bone but still pretty deep. I quickly broke off a aloe leaf and stuck my finger in it. I waited for the pain to hit and it didn’t. My finger healed quite quickly and I have no scar. Yeah Aloe Vera!
A well written informative article. You have just reminded me I need a new plant.
Ciao
Helen
Wow,that is a great testimony, Helen. I never been burnt, thank God for that. I use aloe vera to improve my face skin and treat wrinkles. I use it every night and I am happy with the brighter and glowing skin improvement. Thank you for sharing your experience.
Wow, I didn’t realize the humble aloe vera plant could help with so many things. I use it for sunburns and grow the plant at home. I’ve even given plants to friends for the same purpose, sunburn. However now I know I can start using it on my own skin for preventing aging, treating cracked heals and moisturizing on a regular basis! Thank you for sharing 🙂
That is the beauty of mother nature, Kat. We don’t have to look for a difficult solution for the skin problems. The benefits of aloe vera even more than what I’ve described in the article. The good news is the cost is cheaper compare with the sophisticated methods. But we should do the treatment consistently to get the wanted result. Thank you for your comment, Kat.
My skin needs this! It is so dry.
You will love it. Thank you for your comment.