Aloe vera is a perennial plant, which is mostly cultivated worldwide for its agricultural and medicinal advantages. The aloe vera is extracted from the fleshy leaves of these plants. This plant has been widely studied because of its therapeutic uses, a few of which are described below. Aloe gel includes many phytochemicals with a likely antioxidant property such as anthraquinone C-glycosides, other anthraquinones such as emodin, lectins, acetylated mannans, anthrones, etc.. Furthermore, salicylic acid is also present in the gel, which has shown antibacterial properties.
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It has been used since early times for topical application and treatment for burns, cuts, stings, rash and some other skin disease. The vitamin E within the plant aids in decreasing the harmful effects of UV rays like sunburns, pimples, and blisters. In a number of cases, it’s been noted that using the gel even third-degree burns, helps in quicker healing of the wounds and restores the skin quicker.
Furthermore, the gel also helps in removing tan and stretch marks. The anti inflammatory property of Aloe vera can help in reducing many inflammatory conditions like arthritis and even reduces the joint and muscular pain. A topical application of the aloe vera reduces redness and swelling around the affected area and alleviates the pain.
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Some researchers also said that Aloe vera comprised many substances that arrested the growth of cancerous cells and protect against tumor formation. The polysaccharides present in the aloe plant consist of powerful macrophages that release tremendous amounts of nitric oxide, which has anti-cancer properties. Aloe gel also helps in soothing the burns and wounds which arise because of radiotherapy treatments.
With advancing age, the skin loses its natural elasticity and becomes dry, which increases the incidence of wrinkles or fine lines. Aloe gel will help in removing the dead skin cells and moisturizes the skin. Some researchers also have stated that aloe gel enhances the skin elasticity and delays the onset of aging. The pH of the scalp is acidic, i.e., 5.5. The commercial shampoos and hair products are alkaline in nature and can alter the entire scalp pH. Any alteration in the scalp pH can cause hair-related issues, like baldness, dandruff, oily hair, etc.. Aloe vera removes the dead cells in the scalp, keeps scalp pH, reduces diseases and soothes the scalp.
