Some Benefits Of Aloe Vera Plant
Some Benefits Of Aloe Vera Plant
Aloe vera is a succulent plant species of the genus Aloe. It contains vitamins C and A, enzymes, antioxidants, and it is highly anti-inflammatory.
Aloe vera is a common ingredient popular in a lot of products. Whether you visit a beauty shop or a grocery store, you’ll likely come across aloe in one style or another: as a supplement, in beverages, as a juice, as well as in sunscreen, facial cleansers, or ointments.
How to plant it
Fill the pot about a third of the way with a well-draining potting mix, then place your plant in the soil, and then continue filling soil around the plant. Place it in bright, artificial light or indirect sunlight. Fertilize no more than once a month, and only in the summer and spring with a balanced formula.
The best way to enjoy your plant, without the fear of added chemicals, is to grow it in your own balcony or kitchen garden. It takes very little to look after an aloe vera plant, but the benefits you get in return are great.
Aloe vera gel
If you want to use the aloe vera plant’s soothing properties as a gel, remove a mature leaf from the plant and cut it lengthwise. Squeeze the gel out of the leaf and apply it to your burn, or simply lay the opened leaf gel-side–down on top of the damaged area.
Once you move past the slimy texture of natural aloe vera gel and apply it to your skin, you’ll notice how cooling and soothing it is. It can help treat dry skin, acne, burns, and is typically used when you get too much sun and need some relief.
Aloe vera drinks
Aloe Vera drinks might help support collagen in your skin which prevents the signs of aging, the natural taste of aloe vera is so bitter that you wouldn’t think of consuming it. If you encounter that it is too bitter then mix it up with lemon, honey, or some fruits.
This wonderful plant supports nutrient absorption and overall digestive health and has commonly been used to soothe an upset stomach or indigestion. It’s rich in anti-oxidants which means it helps cut out free radicals in your body and boost your immunity system.
Aloe vera for hair
It is well known that aloe can be used on the hair to treat dandruff. It contains something called proteolytic enzymes which repairs dead skin cells on the scalp. It also has a chemical similar to keratin and it rejuvenates the hair with its own nutrients, preventing breakage and giving it more elasticity.
There are countless studies that prove how effective it is as a great conditioner and leaves your hair all shiny and smooth. It not only reduces conditions on your hair and dandruff but promotes hair growth, and prevents itching on the scalp.