Properties Of Aloe Vera

As the positive properties of aloe vera gel decrease over time, an aloe leaf can be used for a maximum of 20 days. During this time, you can keep it in the refrigerator.

Aloe vera is one of the most complete medicinal plants that is widely used. The properties of aloe vera are numerous for both external and systematic use.

In natural medicine stores, in pharmacies and even in supermarkets, we can find various products made from aloe vera , including an increasing number of moisturizing and rebuilding creams.

We will show you here how you can use the gel of this plant directly to take advantage of the properties of aloe vera.

Extraction of the aloe vera gel

In order to obtain the gel from the leaves , the plant should then be between three and five years old. Before harvesting, the plant should not be watered for two to three days so that the gel is then more concentrated.

We cut off the outermost and largest leaves, always with a clean cut and close to the stem. We then cut pieces about 5 cm in size that we cut in half and place directly on the area that we want to treat.

We then store the remaining pieces covered with a foil in the refrigerator. We can then use this later. However, we have to be aware that the gel loses concentration over time, so it should not be stored for longer than 20 days.

Properties of the gel of aloe vera

• Antiseptic: The gel forms a film over the wound so that no germs can enter.
• Germicidal agent.
• Anti-inflammatory agent.
• Regenerating agent for the skin.

Thanks to these properties, the aloe vera gel is used for a variety of external applications.

Application of the aloe vera gel

• In the case of cuts, wounds and other minor skin injuries, the gel not only helps wound healing, but also prevents scars from forming. For this you should use the gel twice a day for several days. The process takes time but is effective.

• Burns: Here the gel has a pain-relieving effect and prevents infection or the formation of scars.
• Insect bites: If we put gel on the area of ​​the bite immediately, we will relieve the pain and it will heal more quickly.
• Psoriasis: Apply the gel to the affected area twice a day for thirty days. The swelling goes down and with it the complaints.
• Acne: Regular use will help treat acne and prevent pimples from forming.
• Treatment of external infectious diseases such as stye, herpes, and athlete’s foot.

The properties of aloe vera also help us after depilation and for the treatment of blemishes on the face, such as small spots.

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