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Aloe vera is one of the most widely used herbal and natural remedies for minor skin conditions because of its many benefits.

5 beauty benefits of aloe vera | Pulse Nigeria

Olopade Adunola

Pulse Contributor

The gel-like components of the aloe vera plant is known to heal the skin from minor ailments.

When used correctly, aloe vera can help with ailments that affect your skin.

We can use both over-the-counter or directly derived from the plant aloe vera.

But because there's more than one kind of aloe with an estimated four hundred and twenty different species, it's advised to buy over-the-counter aloe for easy, safe, and effective use.

It is important to note that the benefits mentioned below are only for minor issues. If you have severe skin conditions, check with your doctor before applying aloe vera.

For minor burns, apply aloe gel to the affected area up to three times daily, also add a little gauze to the area.

Aloe gel can act like a soothing balm for sunburn, but this should not be seen as a permanent fix so please wear sunscreen every day!

If you've scratched up your skin surface or scraped your knee, chin, apply aloe gel to the area for quick relief from pain and burning sensation.

You can apply up to three times daily.

For minor surface cuts, add a swab of aloe vera gel as its molecular structure helps heal wounds quickly and also reduces scarring by boosting collagen and fighting bacteria.

May reduce or fight quick skin aging

Aloe gel contains vitamin E and C, and beta-carotene in surplus numbers which makes it help the skin keep its young and fresh look.

It also contains anti microbial properties which helps production of collagen in the body and helps skin elasticity.

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