How beneficial is the aloe gel supplied directly from the plant?
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The gel directly from the plant is fantastic! I worked in a restaurant where we kept an aloe plant on hand for burns and used the plant instead of what we kept in the first aid kit.
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It depends. If it comes from a very mature and big plant, then it will definitely help. If it comes from a tiny plant with tiny leaves, then it might not be as good. The gel from this plant is great for many things, not only burns, but also great for the hair! If mixed with your shampoo it will leave your hair super soft.
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The gel is also excellent as a facial moisturizer. My skin get's really oily in the summer so I can't put on much facial lotion but Aloe Vera is perfect. I just cut open a leaf and rub the gel all over my face and I'm good to go! It makes my skin very soft too. Not only that but it's excellent for treating burns and even rashes sometimes. It can also be added directly to drinks. Try making an Aloe smoothie in the summer and you'll end up feeling way more hydrated.
I know inner gel sap should be used after separating from its green outer covering.
I heard that outer layer may be toxic, not sure though.
Better safe than sorry!
Please correct me, if I am wrong!
Thank you!
I heard that outer layer may be toxic, not sure though.
Better safe than sorry!
Please correct me, if I am wrong!
Thank you!
Aloes have a resin under the leaf before the gel, it is yellow in appearance, I think thats what you're talking about. It is not toxic, but it is a resin and should be avoided if you have a resin allergy. It also can cause minor skin irritation in people without a resin allergy. I have handled it with bare hands to no ill effect