houseplant Guide
Aloe Vera has been used for centuries to treat various skin and health problems, such as burns, cuts, minor wounds, rashes, itching and skin irritation.
The leaves of the aloe vera plant contain a clear gel-like substance that can be used topically or ingested to provide relief for a variety of ailments.
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If I have any skin irritation (rash, bug bites, sunburn, etc) I rub the cut Aloe vera leaf all over it. Because I store it in the fridge, the cool goo that oozes from the thick leaves feels oh so good.
After I apply the gel and it dries a bit, I put moisturizer or oil over that followed by sunscreen.
Once a month I'll slather Aloe vera all over my hair and scalp making certain I get the ends good and saturated. It makes the hair feel more moisturized!
Just before hitting the hay, I plaster on the Aloe vera gel and juice all over my feet and then put on thin cotton socks. Not the most glamorous way to sleep but it does help.
When the mood strikes, I'll throw a few chunks of the gel in my smoothie before blending. It's very hydrating, especially in the summer.