Benefits of aloe vera has been known since thousands of years ago. Historically, the plant also known as aloe vera is considered to cure various skin diseases and is effective as a laxative.

Along with the development of the times, aloe vera is increasingly believed as a traditional medicine that can handle a number of conditions.
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Utilizing Gel and Latex Aloe Vera

Aloe vera parts that can be used are gel and latex. The gel is obtained from cells located in the middle of the skin of aloe vera, while latex is obtained from the cells directly under the skin layer of aloe vera.

As a remedy, a clear-colored aloe vera gel like jelly is often used as a main ingredient in ointments, lotions, creams, and so on. Latex itself can be processed to make dry substances, such as supplements.

In addition to being produced into medicines, aloe vera is also often used in the form of natural society. The usual women make aloe vera as a good friend in taking care of hair and skin health. They believe, aloe vera can make hair more beautiful and the skin becomes more smooth.

Savored Aloe Vera Scientific Research

People use aloe vera to cope with various conditions. But scientifically, newly discovered properties may be able to treat the four conditions below:

1. Natural makeup cleanser
   For you who have sensitive skin, aloe can be used as an alternative to make up cleanser. This is because aloe vera spelled out friendly and soft on the skin.

2. Itching and rash on the mouth and skin
   According to research, using a mouthwash containing aloe vera for three times a day for 3 months, can help reduce the itching and rash on the mouth. The same applies when applying gel containing aloe vera twice daily for 2 months on the skin.

3. Cold afternoon or wound on the lips due to herpes virus
   Some studies show that applying cream with aloe extract 0.5 percent for three times a day, can accelerate the wound healing process due to herpes simplex virus. This is because, aloe has an antiviral properties that can help fight the herpes virus.

4. Psoriasis
   The use of cream with aloe vera content of about 0.5 percent for 1-2 months can relieve psoriasis. But, the results are not seen if only use aloe vera gel.

5. Overcoming sunburn
   Lotion or moisturizer containing aloe vera able to relieve sunburned skin, and restore the moisture of the skin is lost due to excessive exposure to ultraviolet, so the skin feels more comfortable.

Beware Aloe Vera Side Effects

The use of aloe vera gel on the skin seems safe. However, occasional gel aloe vera can also make the skin becomes burned and itching.

Unlike gel, consuming aloe vera latex with high doses has the potential to cause abdominal pain and cramps. Not only that, consuming latex aloe vera in the long term can also cause diarrhea, weight loss, kidney problems, muscle weakness, blood in the urine and heart problems.

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