The Magic of Aloe Vera [Part 02]

 

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In the first part  we learned about several benefits of Aloe Vera. In this part we will learn about some more uses that can make our life easier –

 

Multiple uses of aloe vera in beauty practice:

Aloe vera is a common ingredient in cosmetics for skin glow, revitalization, hair fall prevention, hair thickening and lengthening.

Aloe vera has many types of medicinal properties, so the use of aloe vera in the beauty world is also high.

 

Some more uses of aloe vera:

- Removes acne or pimples,

- Reduces cracked heels,

- Eliminates sun burn,

- Prevents skin wrinkles,

- Retains skin youth,

- Keeps the skin alive,

- causes hair growth,

- Used as a natural ingredient to remove makeup.

 

Aloe Vera in daily life:

- Dry skin care cosmetics contain aloe vera as it revitalizes the skin which you can also do at home. If you take out the inner gel of aloe vera with a knife and apply it on the skin of the face, the skin will be smooth, bright and soft.

- As we age, our skin gets wrinkled which you can easily prevent by using this aloe vera as it is rich in anti-oxidants. This gel penetrates deep into the skin and contains vitamins A, B, C and A to nourish the skin. It is used to keep the skin moist by removing sunburn spots.

Mix 2 tablespoons of aloe vera gel and half a lemon juice and apply this mask on sunburned skin and wash it off with cold water after 15 minutes.

-  To make an aloe vera exfoliating mask, you need to blend 1 teaspoon of fresh aloe vera gel. Then mix one teaspoon of oatmeal powder and 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil and apply the mask on your face and neck for 30 minutes.Then wash your face with cold water. Use it once a week.

- Aloe vera's natural anti-bacterial properties are effective in healing acne and promoting new cell growth. Aloe Vera Gel Ice Cubes Make aloe vera ice cubes in a tray and rub these cubes on your acne two or three times a day to reduce acne problems.

- Aloe vera is very useful for skin as well as hair. Using aloe vera keeps the pH of the scalp right and dandruff is also removed. Mix aloe vera gel and castor oil in the ratio of 2:1 and apply it on the scalp and leave it overnight and shampoo in the morning. Hair will be free from dandruff.

- Aloe vera can be used to make the lips soft and smooth to keep the color of the lips bright. Regular application of aloe vera gel on the lips will brighten the lips. Mix one tablespoon of rice powder and aloe vera gel and gently apply this mixture on the lips and wash it off with cold water after 5 minutes. See how bright, smooth and soft lips become.

- Aloe vera is also notable for its antiseptic properties. Take out the gel of aloe vera leaves and keep it in the fridge and apply it on small cuts or wounds. Applying it twice or thrice a day will help the wound to heal. This aloe vera is available in the market at a very low cost. This home ingredient in your beauty routine will keep you fresh, beautiful and energized.

 

Aloe vera in baby care:

Many of us have heard the name of Aloe Vera from various skin care cosmetics advertisements on TV. But interestingly, aloe vera is not only used in skin care lotions and creams. Aloe vera in baby care is a plant with amazing and immense natural herbal properties.

 

Skin care:

Sunlight is very beneficial for children. But because the baby's skin is very soft and sensitive, if the baby is kept in the sunlight for a long time, the baby's skin becomes red, the skin is inflamed, and sometimes it can get a light burn. Aloe vera gel can be used if these problems occur. Aloe vera gel's cooling properties cool and soothe baby's skin after being exposed to the sun.

Prevention of Eczema and Rash:

Many children get eczema and rashes. Eczema and rashes are very uncomfortable and painful for baby's skin. Eczema and rash cause inflammation and red blisters on the baby's skin. Applying aloe vera gel on eczema and rash affected areas reduces the inflammation of the baby's skin and gets rid of red blisters.

Care of Cuts and Burns:

Carelessness can cause the child to be cut or burned. Because the baby's skin is soft, sometimes the baby's own nails can cut the skin or even get burned in contact with something slightly hot. Aloe vera gel is a very useful herbal liquid for treating cuts and burns. Applying aloe vera gel on the affected area helps in quick recovery.

To prevent diaper rash:

Regular diapering of a baby can cause diaper rash. And diaper rash is very painful and uncomfortable for the baby. Applying aloe vera gel on the affected area in case of baby diaper rash is beneficial. Moreover, aloe vera gel is also useful in preventing bacteria and fungi caused by diaper rash.

 

Aloe Vera Nutrients:

- Aloe vera is a natural sugar, consisting of fructose (the sugar found in fruit juice) and glucose.

- Aloe vera contains certain enzymes, which reduce skin inflammation and act as anti-allergic agents.

- Aloe vera contains potassium, calcium, zinc, iron, manganese, copper, sodium and minerals.

 

 

References: Collected from various scientific and health journals