What could be the effects of Aloe Vera gel when put to the face?
ALOE VERA GEL – Here are the benefits, effects, and different ways and application of using the Aloe Vera Gel for the face.
The Aloe Vera gel is among the widely used remedies to treat some skin problems. It has healing properties which are actually effective for sunburn, minor cuts, or small abrasions. But some also uses this substance for their face.
Read on below to discover the wonders of Aloe Vera:
BENEFITS:
- It has inflammatory properties which relieves the skin from irritation.
- It has polysaccharides for skin repair and carboxypeptidase a pain relieving substance for soothing.
- The fact that the gel is mostly composed of water, it has an effective moisturizing effect.
- Its salicylic acid content is for exfoliation purposes that unclog the pores to fight off acne and pimples and in dealing with black heads.
- It helps to lessen the development of wrinkles for it invigorates fibroblast activity.
- It has zinc to tighten the pores and antioxidants such Vitamins C and E to combat free radicals.
- It has tyrosinase which is for skin discoloration thus, this might be a help to prevent and fade out dark spots.
WAYS FOR APPLICATION:
- Pure Aloe – As stated, it has properties such as antibacterial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory to fight acne.
- Aloe Vera + Lemon Juice – Due to the citric acid present in Lemon, Aloe may lessen the irritation if mixed with the gel. In the ratio of 8:1, the mask produce must be put evenly on skin and leave it there avoiding the eye area. After 10 minutes, wash off thoroughly.
- Aloe Vera + Honey + Cinnamon – This mixture will help soothe the acne. Make a mask out of 2 tablespoons (tbsp) of honey, 1 tbsp of aloe vera, and ¼ teaspoon (tsp) of cinnamon. Leave on face and wash with warm water after 10 minutes.
- Aloe Vera + Tea Tree Oil – The mixture can be applied as a cleansing solution. Put two to three drops of the essential oil with Aloe then apply to face. Wash off right after.
- Aloe Vera + Water – Mix one part of Aloe to two parts of water and spray to the affected area. Importantly, avoid the eye.
- Aloe Vera + Coconut Oil + Sugar – This will result to a scrub solution. The sugar removes the dead skin and the lauric acid in coconut oil may go against acne.
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Source: Medical News Today, Prevention