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Skin care products often contain aloe vera because of its healing and hydrating properties. It
also soothes sunburns, reduces itching, and provides moisture to dry and sensitive skin.
1. Moisturizes the skin
A natural hydrator, aloe vera is a great way to keep skin supple and smooth. Aloe vera is 96% water, and 96% of the contents contain enzymes, minerals, amino acids, and vitamins that soothe, heal, and protect skin from dryness. According
to Green, the anti-inflammatory properties of aloin also help relieve sunburn and itching. Additionally, aloin and anthraquinones help speed up wound healing time through collagen synthesis.Aloe
vera also helps reduce the itching commonly seen in eczema and psoriasis. It can be applied directly to the skin or used as a natural face mask.
Aside from its germicidal, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties, aloe also helps fade scars and dark spots caused by acne and post-acne hyperpigmentation. In addition to treating scars, aloe can be mixed with lemon juice for added effectiveness. Aloe can be applied directly to the skin or mixed with lemon juice for added effectiveness.
2. Soothes the skin
Sunburns, rashes, infections and cysts can all be treated with the soothing properties of aloe vera, making it an ideal summer skin care product.
Apply aloe vera gel directly to the skin or mix it with a moisturizer to create an aloe gel-like lotion to soothe eczema and dry skin.
Aloe vera gel has antibacterial properties, which can help prevent bacteria from growing and causing further irritation, and may reduce the appearance of large and clogged pores.
3. Prevent wrinkles
It contains several compounds that are beneficial for skin health, including vitamins A, C, and E, which protect skin cells from free radical damage and speed up the healing process.
Due to its high water-retaining capacity, aloe vera is excellent for rejuvenating and hydrating the skin, helping to prevent wrinkles caused by dehydration and UV rays.
By stimulating collagen production, it can eliminate free radicals and slow down the aging process, as well as prevent fine lines and wrinkles.
Furthermore, laser hair removal can reduce acne scars and hyperpigmentation caused by pollution and blemishes.
Regular consumption of aloe vera can lower blood sugar levels, so diabetics should avoid taking it regularly. This natural anti-aging remedy can be taken orally or topically.
4. Reduces acne
Rich in antioxidants that fight free radicals and promote healing, aloe vera works well as an effective natural anti-inflammatory. It can
also soften acne scars as well as lighten dark spots caused by post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, another acne side effect. In addition to
being antibacterial, antiseptic, and anti-inflammatory, aloe vera is highly effective in treating acne. As
an effective spot treatment for acne, aloe vera can also be combined with topical treatments such as tretinoin cream (a prescription-strength retinoid). Studies have shown that leave-in treatments or combinations of aloe with other ingredients can ease inflammation and control acne better than cleansers or sprays.
