It treats sunburn through its powerful healing activity at the epithelial level of the skin, a layer of cells that cover the body. It acts as a protective layer on the skin and helps replenish its moisture because of its nutritional qualities and antioxidant properties the skin heals quicker.
It acts as a moisturiser to the skin without giving it a greasy feel, so its perfect for anyone with an oil skin complexion. For women who use mineral-based make up, aloe vera acts as a moisturiser and is great for the face prior to the application to prevent skin drying.
For men, it can be used as an aftershave treatment as its healing properties can treat small cuts caused by shaving.
It treats acne. Aloe vera contains two hormones; Auxin and Gibberellins. These two hormones provide wound healing and anti-inflammatory properties that reduce skin inflammation. Giberellin in aloe vera acts as a growth hormones stimulating the growth of new cells. It allows the skin to heal quickly and naturally with minimal scarring. It soothing and can reduce skin inflammations, blistering and itchiness, while helping the skin to heal more rapidly; use to effectively heal chronic skin problems such as psoriasis, acne and eczema.
It fights ageing, contains plethora of antioxidants including beta carotene, vitamins C and E that can help improve the skin natural firmness and keep the skin hydrated.
It lessens the visibility of stretch marks
its helpful in the treatment of gum diseases like gingivitis, periodontitis.
It reduces bleeding, inflammation and swelling of the gums, powerful antiseptic where normal cleaning is difficult and its anti- fungal properties help greatly in the problem of denture stomatitis, apthous ulcers, cracked and split corners of the mouth.
It aids in digestion, To relieve ulcers, a laxative, digestive qualities which normalise the system and induce regularity. The juice is also prescribed for arthritis and rheumatism.
