Aloe Vera Oil

Aloe Vera Oil is well known for it's soothing and medicinal properties. In fact, aloe vera uses have been known for centuries and this medicinal plant was used by the ancient Greeks and Egyptians. Native to Africa, this cactus like plant that is actually a part of the lily family, has over 500 species that grow world wide and on many kitchen window sills!

Among the many Aloe Vera uses, aloe vera oil can be used to sooth skin ailments. It is reputed to minimize scarring and heal wounds faster. From personal experience, I can assure you that it helps to minimize the effects of sunburn and it is also said to help clear up acne and moisten chapped skin. This oil is used in many skin care lotions and soaps as well as shampoos, conditioners, lip balm and gels and can even be used as an anti-prespirant and to help with odor of the skin.

Aloe Vera oil can also be taken internally and is very nutritious. It has 200 active compounds including vitamins, minerals and amino acids. When taken internally, Aloe Vera uses include soothing digestion, stimulating the immune system and improving circulation. Some use it to help them lose weight as it is said to aid in quick digestion and help maintain energy. Aloe is also known to work as a laxative.

Other Aloe Vera uses include helping insomnia, indigestion, constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, hemorrhoids, ulcers and colitis when taken internally. When applied topically as a cream, it is reputed to help with bites, stings, eczema, cold sores, acne, sore muscles, sprains and even arthritis.

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