Do you Aloe Vera much?
Popularly known as "the plant of immortality" Aloe Vera justifies its reputation quite perfectly. Since time immemorial this has been an important ingredient in beauty regimens. Famed for its medicinal properties it was also used by the ancient Egyptians and the Native Americans.
Sooth your acne and acne scars
If you suffered from acne or you are left with acne scars, Aloe Vera can help you heal the process quite fast. Just apply the gel directly onto the acne or the acne scar and leave it overnight. It contains antioxidants like vitamin C and E, which will help reduce the acne from bloating any further and heal the scar accordingly.
You can also use it as a face mask. Just use two tablespoons of Aloe Vera gel, one teaspoon of honey, and mix it well. Apply onto to the skin and leave it for 30 minutes or so. It works as a very efficient face mask for acne prone skin.
Hair conditioner
One of the most popular and efficient ways of using Aloe Vera is by applying it onto the hair. It aids hair growth by leaving it silky and shiny. Just apply the gel onto the scalp and massage it through the tips. Leave it for an hour or two and shampoo your hair.
Skincare
When it comes to skincare, there are uncountable ways through which you can get the benefits from Aloe Vera. You can use it as a moisturiser, a sunburn relief, and even an exfoliator.
When it comes to moisturising your skin, use one tablespoon of raw coconut oil and two spoons of the gel. Mix it gently and apply it all on your face and body. You will feel fresh and rejuvenated.
For using it as a sunburn relief, apply the gel directly onto the skin.
Aloe Vera contains anti-imploratory properties which will reduce the redness on your skin. For burns, itches, rashes, blisters and preventing stretch marks Aloe Vera has been known to be a quick healing agent too.
Exfoliating is an important part of taking care of your skincare routine. There are a lot of cases where it happens so that your store bought exfoliator does not suit your skin type. To avoid such kind of an issue you can always DIY. How you ask? You will need only two spoons of sugar, one spoon of raw coconut oil and one spoon of Aloe Vera gel. Mix it together and scrub away!
Your secret medicine to a good health
Drinking Aloe Vera juice can relieve gastrointestinal disorders like indigestion, ease congestion, stomach ulcers, urinary tract infections and prostate problems. Taking Aloe Vera orally can reduce cholesterol and triglycerides for a healthy heart.
Aloe Vera is that one plant which you will not regret growing on your balcony. It is indeed the solution to a lot of our problems. So when are you trying the "plant of immortality" for yourself?
By Sumaiya Tasnim
Photo: Collected
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