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5 Reasons Why Aloe Vera is a Beauty Miracle Worker

What’s not to love about aloe vera? This miracle plant is not just good as a beauty product, but does wonders to your overall health as well! So much so, that even the ever-beautiful Cleopatra was not blind to its charms. It is said that the Egyptian queen used to apply aloe pulp to her face and body, which could be the secret behind her youthful and supple skin.

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When it comes to aloe vera benefits, the list is never ending. Here are some reasons why this wonder plant is known for its beauty and health benefits:

Efficient Moisturizer:

Aloe vera moisturizes the skin without giving it a greasy feel and is perfect for those who have oily skin. It can also be used as a substitute for primer for those who use mineral-based makeup as it prevents the skin from drying. For men, aloe vera can also be used as an aftershave due to its healing properties that help cure small cuts during shaving.

Treats Acne:

Aloe vera gel contains hormones like Gibberellins and Auxin that have anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties, thus making it an effective remedy against acne. Gibberellins also acts as a growth hormone, and thus promotes the regeneration of new cells. This nature also allows the skin to heal naturally with minimal scarring. Aloe vera’s soothing nature also allows helps skin to fight blisters, inflammation, and itchiness.

Fights Sunburn:

Aloe vera also helps fight sunburn at the epithelial level of skin, a.k.a., the topmost layer of cells covering the entire body. Applying aloe vera gel over the skin before stepping out into the sun gives it a protective layer that helps fight against UV rays and locks in moisture, thus replenishing skin’s moisture content.
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Cleanses Skin:

We all know that secret to healthy skin lies in clean blood. Aloe vera is rich in antioxidants which help cleanse the blood of its toxic impurities. This in turn helps to keep the skin clear of blemishes and unwanted spots. You can consume aloe vera in the form of supplement capsules or juice, whichever suits you best. If you’re going for aloe vera juice, do ensure to check the list of ingredients. If aloe barbadensis (or aloe vera) is the first ingredient on the list, you can rest assured that you will get all the aloe goodness. However, if aloe vera is way too far down the list, you might as well drink plain water.

Lessens Stretch Marks:

Skin has an elastic nature that allows it to expand and contract to accommodate the pace of growth. However, if the skin stretches too fast and too much, be it due to weight gain or pregnancy, its elasticity gets compromised. This excessive stretching causes minor tears in the skin layer and leads to those uncomfortable stretch marks. Aloe vera gel can help treat tears in skin layers, which in turn effectively reduces stretch marks.

Gives Radiant Skin:

Aloe vera gel can also be used as a scrub to effectively rid the skin on your face of impurities and dead cells. Its naturally smooth texture prevents facial skin from breaking, thus maintaining its natural texture. It replaces dead skin cells with new ones, thus giving skin a natural glow.
Aloe vera is the “it” ingredient for cosmetics and healthcare, and even the tiniest amount of this garden plant is loaded with minerals, enzymes, vitamins, and amino acids. You can get aloe supplements at your nearest supermarket or can get the entire plant at the nursery near you. Now that you know all the benefits of this wonder herb, what are you waiting for?

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(Contributed by Sophia)
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