what is aloevera?

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Aloe Vera is a plant that has wonderful healing and softening properties. Many people have an Aloe Vera houseplant, because you can break off a piece and use the extract from inside to soothe and heal cuts, burns and abrasions. It’sa very common ingredient in cosmetics because of it’s softening properties.

Known as the "first aid" plan, aloe vera is taken from the inner leaves of the plant. It is a water/gel-like substance that is known for its ability to soothe irritated skin, especially sunburned skin.

It is also a soothing anti-inflammatory that can be used in lotions, creams, cleansers and other products.

Rich in vitamins A, B, folic acid, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, iron, sodium, choline, magnesium, copper, chromium and zinc. Ninety-six per cent of the gel is water, but the remaining four per cent includes polysaccharides like glucose and mannose. These are carbohydrates and in conjunction with the water, moisturise the skin. Aloe vera also helps to combat inflammation and to decrease the severity of acne as long as good personal hygiene is observed along with a well balanced diet. .

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a green gel you apply to sunburned skin to ease the pain

It's a gel obtained from the leaves of aloevera plant and used in cosmetic creams for its soothing and healing properties.
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A green gel derived from aloevera plants that is very useful to ease the pain of cuts and sunburns.
There are many aloe vera products on the market that you can use. They even have aloe vera drinks that help you to have a healthier diet.

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