It’s a miracle, no it’s Aloe vera

Aloe Vera's mysterious origin persisted until recently. This was due in large part to its widespread trade early on. Everywhere Aloe Vera appeared healers and ancient physicians considered it a ‘miracle plant’ esteemed for its many health benefits. The oldest mention of the plant’s medical properties in Mesopotamia. It was likely transplanted there as it was along the trade routes throughout the Middle East, Coastal Africa, and Mediterranean regions. From there, it spread along the Silk Road to Asia, India, and the Far East. It was only in 2015 that a study on the plant finally determined Aloe Vera originated in the Arabian Peninsula.

Aloe vera's benefits are immense and extensive. One could write a short novel on Aloe Vera’s miraculous health benefits. In this post, we will be specifically talking about its properties directly related to the skin.

  • Reduces the signs of aging- As your skin ages, it tends to get drier and loses its elasticity. This makes it more susceptible to wrinkles and fine lines. Aloe moisturizes the skin and helps to remove dead cells. It improves the elasticity of the skin and makes it smooth and supple. It's also loaded with nutrients like glycerin, sodium palmate, sodium carbonate, sodium palm kernelate, sorbitol, etc. These are amazing for the skin, nourishing and giving it a healthy glow and radiance.

  • Deeply moisturizes- Aloe vera increases the water content in your skin, and leaves it hydrated without making it greasy. It also acts on the epithelial skin layer and provides a protective layer to the skin for retaining moisture. Since aloe vera contains a lot of antioxidants and nutritional properties, the skin is able to prevent moisture from escaping.

  • Reduces Acne And Helps Lighten Blemishes- Aloe vera is an antibacterial and anti-inflammatory agent because of the presence of gibberellins and auxins. This helps reduce acne. It also contains polysaccharides that stimulate the growth of new skin cells. This speeds up the healing process, preventing scarring and decreasing blemishes.

  • Reduces inflammation.

  • Helps With Sunburns and UV damaged skin.

  • Heals External Wounds And Insect Bites.

  • Reduces Stretch Marks

With the passing of age, our skin expands and contracts just like elastic. When the skin stretches its elasticity gets damaged, which results in stretch marks. These marks are nothing but small tears on the skin layers. Aloe vera treats stretch makes my repairing old damaged skin cells and locking in moisture.

  • Maintains and balances skin's pH.

  • Builds immunity

Aloe vera propels cells to produce nitric oxide and cytokines, which boosts the immune system in turn creating healthy skin that glows from the inside out.


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