Pur'Aloe Gel 125 ml

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Results of a 2017 study found that people who used an aloe vera toothpaste showed significant improvements to their oral health. Acne: Smooth a light coating of aloe vera gel over your face or other acne-prone areas once or twice a day. The gel helps heal existing pimples while reducing the development of further blemishes. More research is needed, but some studies have indicated that aloe vera gel may help keep body weight down by stimulating the burning of energy by the body. 18,19 What’s more, the aloe vera plant is a natural source of vitamins E and C, antioxidants that help suppress the formation of free radicals (a.k.a., unstable molecules that damage skin), says Nazanin Saedi, M.D., a dermatologist with Jefferson University Hospitals in Philadelphia.

Melanie Grant is a trusted aesthetician and the brains behind some of the most enviable complexions in the business. Aloe vera is a plant used as a traditional medicine for centuries. In fact, stone carvings show it was popular in ancient Egypt. 1Furthermore, aloe vera can prevent the production of histamine that causes itching andirritation. 12

Like a sign from nature that skin was always meant to be soft and soothed, organic aloe vera gel is a gift from mother nature. If you’re taking any medication orally, remember aloe vera’s a laxative. Diarrhoea can reduce the absorption of the medication. Frostbite is a serious condition that requires emergency medical treatment. While aloe vera gel has been used historically as a frostbite remedy, ask your doctor first before trying it. 7. Cold sores But besides treating sunburn, aloe vera is a useful ingredient in terms of general hydration and nourishment. The plant gel itself is full of vitamins, enzymes, minerals, salicylic acids, and amino acids, making it great for every skin type. Shahzad MN, et al. (2013). Effectiveness of aloe vera gel compared with 1% silver sulphadiazine cream as burn wound dressing in second degree burns [Abstract].

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The clear, jelly-like substance in the inner part of the [aloe vera] leaf contains glycoproteins, which reduce inflammation and swelling from a sunburn,” says Zaineb Hassan Makhzoumi, M.D., M.P.H., assistant professor in the department of dermatology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine and Mohs skin cancer surgeon. Applying aloe vera gel can also help prevent sunburn peeling, thanks to its moisturizing properties. As with anything delicious, be careful not to overdo it. Czerwony says a cup of aloe vera juice a day is a good limit. “Drinking more is not going to necessarily give you more benefits,” she says. Be sure that aloe vera is the first ingredient on the label, not water. The best aloe vera gels contain no added water at all. Key considerations Aloe vera gel vs. aloe vera juice While aloe vera helps soothe sunburn, research shows that it’s not an effective way to prevent sunburn, so make sure you wear sun protection every day! 3. Small abrasions Whether it's aloe vera for sunburn or for minor burns, pure aloe vera has cooling properties and acts as an excellent natural moisturiser to help soften and soothe the skin.

Aloe vera may be beneficial for soothing burns,according to a 2015 review of research published in BioMed Research International.

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Traditionally, the latex in aloe vera, when taken orally, has a long history as a remedy for constipation. Its benefits are mainly due to a type of natural laxative found in aloe’s latex called aloin. Why use aloe vera gel? Dermatologists say it has many healing properties and applications for the whole body. “Aloe vera is a powerful plant,” explains Naana Boakye, dermatologist and owner of the New Jersey-based Bergen Dermatology. “It has various medical and cosmetic applications due to all the vitamins, enzymes, and minerals. Due to all these properties, the aloe vera gel is considered anti-inflammatory and [it has] antimicrobial properties.”