Since ancient times, aloe vera has been a gift from nature to humanity. Not only does it have extraordinary therapeutic effects on the skin, but it also provides the most natural skin care for people who love beauty. The most famous is Cleopatra’s use of aloe vera as a natural beauty and wellness supplement, making her look youthful and beautiful forever. Aloe vera was known as an “immortal plant” in ancient Egypt over 6000 years ago.

Aloe vera contains at least six natural fungicides that can kill mold, bacteria, fungi, and viruses.

How to have aloe vera at home? Don’t waste such a good treasure. But before using fresh aloe vera, it is necessary to test on the back of your hand for any allergies to aloe vera. The yellow juice has a stimulating effect on the skin, so it is best to clean fresh aloe vera and remove the yellow liquid.

Skincare, moisturizing, reducing wrinkles, exfoliating, and relieving sunburn

When cutting aloe leaves, there is transparent aloe gel inside, which is mainly composed of water and nutrients beneficial to dry skin. It contains vitamin E and vitamin C that can nourish the skin, and the antioxidant can increase the protective barrier for the skin.

Regular application can result in smoother, younger, and healthier skin. According to research, antioxidants and vitamins have also been shown to neutralize the effects of ultraviolet radiation, repair skin that has been damaged by ultraviolet radiation, and help prevent fine lines. The leaves of freshly grown and tender aloe vera seedlings are better protected against ultraviolet radiation than those of mature aloe vera.

Aloe vera has pain relieving and anti-inflammatory effects, which can help alleviate sunburned skin. Aloe vera not only contains antifungal and antibacterial compounds, but also contains salicylic acid, a keratinizing ingredient that can clear pores.

Aloe vera can help soothe insect bitten skin by reducing inflammation and redness. As well as being accidentally sprayed with oil or burned in the kitchen, apply pure aloe gel on the affected part. Just add vitamin E.

Natural hair care like a hair mask

Usage: (Beat fresh aloe gel into juice) Add some aloe juice and a teaspoon of lemon juice into 1 cup of water, and stir well. After washing your hair with shampoo, massage the scalp with water from aloe vera gel and lemon juice, let it sit for half an hour, and finally rinse with cold water.

Aloe vera gel can protect hair, while lemon juice can remove oil. Refreshing and not greasy. If the hair is dry, you can mix aloe vera juice with wheat germ oil. Regular use can reduce hair breakage and dandruff, and make it soft and shiny.

Promote wound healing

What should I do if I accidentally get cut by a knife? There is no bleeding but there is pain. Take fresh aloe leaves and apply aloe gel to the wound. The wound will be a little painful at the beginning, but if the wound is small, it will start to heal slowly in a short time. You can put a small piece of gel directly on it, and it will become a transparent “protective layer” after the water is dry, which is effective in the pro test. Also, if you like to raise roses and occasionally get stabbed, you can use aloe vera gel to disinfect them.

Purifying air and providing oxygen at night

Aloe vera, as a succulent plant, releases oxygen at night, making it perfect for a bedroom with sunlight. It can purify the air and provide oxygen, creating the best sleeping environment.

Edible but cautious

Although drinking purified and decolorized aloe vera juice may not produce adverse reactions, drinking unpurified or dyed aloe vera juice may lead to diarrhea, etc.

So it is generally not recommended to take fresh aloe vera orally! For example, children under the age of 12, pregnant women, or elderly breastfeeding women should not consume aloe vera. Patients with diabetes should also be very careful, because it will lower blood sugar levels, which may lead to hypoglycemia. If you are dehydrated, it is best not to eat it because it has a laxative effect and may worsen dehydration.

Composting materials

In addition, the removed aloe vera peel can also be used as a composting material to return to the soil, without any waste!