Amazing
Uses for Aloe Vera!
It doesn't hurt that aloe vera produces at
least six natural antiseptics, which are able to kill mold, bacteria, funguses,
and viruses.
In fact, the plant is so powerful that
researchers and scientists are looking into its potential as an AIDS and
cancer-fighter. From all-around health elixirs to simple beauty aids, learn
about the various ways to put your little plant to maximal use after splitting
the leaves lengthwise down the middle. If you decide to take aloe vera orally,
seek out commercial, certified organic juice.
1.
Slice aloe leaves lengthwise and use the inner sides as a biodegradable body
scrub in the shower. Pamper yourself to a soothing body rub.
2.
Treat grease splatters or hot utensils burns from minor mishaps in the kitchen
with aloe vera gel by mixing some of the aloe gel and vitamin E oil into a
little jar for a homemade burn healer.
4.
Aloe contains cooling properties similar to menthol and can help alleviate
mysterious rashes.
5.
You can make your feet baby soft with an exfoliating foot mask by mixing
together a half cup of oatmeal, a half cup of corn meal, four tbsp. of aloe
vera gel and a half cup of unscented body lotion.
6.
Help heal herpes outbreaks.
7. Swab over blisters for quick relief to help
fight Athlete's Foot.
8.
Use as an antidote to allergic skin reactions.
9.
Replace creams and lotions as a general
moisturizer for dry skin. Aloe is fast absorbing!
10.
Prevent pesky pimples and treat acne.
11.
Prevent scarring and stretch marks.
12.
Reverse signs of aging skin and wrinkles. Cleopatra did!
13.
Help eliminate Eczema.
14.
Brighten skin. Aloe can decrease pigmentation and dark spots.
15.
Make skin new again with an exfoliating, organic sugar scrub by mixing together
two tbsp. of aloe ver a, 2 tbsp. of organic brown sugar and 1 tsp. of organic
lemon juice.
By Belinda Yeboah
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