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 Aloe
Vera information and side effects
Aloe Vera is an ancient herb used since more than 3000 years for curing
different akin and related ailments. Among the many plant ingredients that
are in use today, the Aloe Vera is one of the most versatile. It is an
ancient botanical discovery. Although it is considered to be a member of the
lily family, the Aloe Vera is very much like cactus in appearance. It is a
native of the arid region, but is now being cultivated in many parts of the
world. Like a cactus plant, it is fleshy and succulent and yields a thick
gel-like juice.
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This plant has a unique moisture retentive ability and powerful healing
properties. The ancient Egyptians and Greeks used Aloe Vera extract to heal
cuts and wounds on the skin. Ancient records also mention its value in
suppressing pain. What appears to be an important feature is its effect on
skin cells, as it helps the regeneration of new cells.
The real breakthrough came when the Aloe Vera gel was stabilized. It could
now be used in cosmetic preparations for various skin conditions. It was
found to be ideal, not only for the treatment of problems, but also for
general cosmetic care, to protect and maintain the good health of the skin
and aid the regeneration of healthy new cells.
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Aloe Vera capsule, lotion, cream, recipe, pill,
soap, shampoo
One of the main properties of Aloe Vera is its ability to seal off the loss
of moisture from the skin. Thus, it is an ideal moisturizer and has been
used with much success on dry, dehydrated and mature skin. Cleansing gels,
containing Aloe Vera, have helped to restore health to acutely dehydrated
skins and soothe sensitive conditions.
Another quality of Aloe Vera, is its action on the dead epithelial cells on
the skin surface. Aloe extracts help to soften these dead cells, aiding
their removal from the surface, leaving the skin smoother. The removal of
dead cells improves the functions of the skin. It also has an astringent
action and tightens the skin, thus protecting it from early ageing. It has
also shown remarkable results on sun-damaged skin, with its moisturizing,
softening and healing actions.
Health benefit of aloe Vera leaf extract, powder
and supplements
One of its most remarkable qualities is its ability to speed up the cell
renewal process. This helps to improve many cellular functions and protects
the skin from degeneration. |
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