Aloe Vera
Discover its medicinal and cosmetic uses
Aloe Vera even though we live in an age where chemicals are the order of the day, nature remains an indispensable basis for our survival. Within this, the plant world supposes us universes of possibilities that make us live better.
And thanks to the popularity of naturopathy has gained in recent years, today we see how large cosmetics firms are committed to organic ingredients to their formulas, and how, if they cannot supplant the drugs, natural therapies become a perfect solution many health problems.
Long, aloe vera has been one of the plants with more possibilities in the field of medicine and of beauty, which has caused a revolution in recent decades. Ana Moreno, naturopathy specialist explains that this “woody plant that blooms in spring and summer, and grows in rocky or stony, use the sap contained in its leaves.”
As for its uses, naturopathic distinguishes two: internal, “which is usually present in teas, syrups, juices or fizzy format” and the topic, we find in all sorts of ointments, creams, ointments and gels.
Among its many medicinal uses, the expert said that “we can highlight its power antiseptic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and anesthetic.” These properties make the aloe vera an ideal plant to disinfect wounds and even to relieve muscle and joint pain when used topically.
In addition, Moreno noted that this plant “helps accelerate the decomposition of dead cells, encouraging the growth of healthy tissue well hydrated.” This quality is evident whether it is used internally and if applied directly on our skin surface.
The aloe vera makes a perfect partner for the health of our skin as it is able to heal some injuries more quickly we can produce, for example, wounds, burns, rashes and is highly recommended for “all kinds of pathologies of the skin, “says Ana Moreno. However, be careful with your application, since, as indicated by the specialist, “is contraindicated in pregnant women because it may be abortifacient.”
Besides being proven to be a good help to address some complaints related to our health, the world of beauty has also managed to take advantage of this plant, being found increasingly common as a star ingredient in creams that promise to pamper our skin.
The expert refers to its moisturizing, aloe which has made a claim that draws the eye of those with problems of dryness in the dermis. It also contributes to “cure dermatitis, eliminate some skin blemishes, avoid the rough on the hands and smoothing the skin after waxing or shaving,” says Moreno.
But perhaps what more we can draw attention, is that it has become a real help to treat stretch marks and many wrinkle creams incorporate it into their formula that promises to end the first signs of aging. Certainly, multiple uses make this plant a true miracle of nature.