Aloe Vera

"Wonder plant"

💎 Aloe vera is a succulent plant species of the genus Aloe. The name comes from two root words: "aloeh" is an Arabic word meaning bitter, and "vera" is Latin for "truth."

🍃 It is known for its thick, pointed, and fleshy green leaves, which may grow to about 12–19 inches (30–50 centimeters) in length. Each leaf contains a slimy tissue that stores water, and this makes the leaves thick. This water filled tissue is the “gel” that people associate with aloe vera products.

🍶 The gel contains most of the beneficial bioactive compounds in the plant, including vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and antioxidants. Studies have shown that it is effective in treating skin conditions like psoriasis, seborrhea, dandruff, minor burns, skin abrasions, skin injured by radiation, herpes sores, and acne.