DIY Remedy: 8 Natural Aloe Remedies You Must Try

We believe everyone must have heard how aloe vera is often used to soothe sunburn and aid in wound healing. But its healing property can actually do so much more than that. Here we reveal 8 aloe remedies you can try at home today.

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#1 Skin moisturizing

When you crack an aloe vera blade, you will find a gel-like substance that is rich in beneficial nutrients for dry skin. These include vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that can reinforce the skin barrier and protect it. By combining an equal amount of aloe vera with any nourishing oil such as jojoba, you can get a softer, smoother, and healthier skin complexion. Put the mixture in a bottle, shake well and apply directly to your skin. Check out this simple 2-ingredient for aloe skin moisturizing here.

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#2 Sunburn soothing

A combo of soothing, moisturizing, and healing is the utmost remedy aloe vera has to offer on burnt skin. No wonder most people call this plant a ‘medicine plant’ because it’s like a miracle for burns. This video from Yin & Yang Living shows you how  to heal skin burn with aloe vera.

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#3 Acne fighting

As much as we use modern medicine, you could also treat your acne with only two tablespoons of pure honey and mix it with one tablespoon of aloe vera. An exfoliating ingredient along with its antibacterial compound in aloe vera helps block the pores on our face. You can see more DIY recipes of aloe vera for acne problems from Healthline.

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#4 Makeup removing

Yes, aloe vera can also be used to remove your makeup if you're looking for a more natural option. Simply squeeze a dollop of aloe vera gel onto a cotton pad and wipe away the day for a quick and effective alternative to cleansing oils.

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#5 Natural shaving cream

Aloe vera is hydrating and slippery, making it a great natural shaving gel alternative. It can be used alone or with other nourishing ingredients for a close shave.
Author Erika Katz suggests this aloe-based shaving gel recipe: Mix aloe vera gel, castile soap or hand soap, almond oil, distilled warm water, vitamin E oil, and eucalyptus oil. Shake well before use and refrigerate for six months.

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#6 Oral cleansing

Mouthwash and aloe vera toothpaste are natural options for better oral hygiene and plaque reduction. This refreshing mix takes only five minutes to make and has only four ingredients; aloe vera gel, baking soda, vegetable glycerin and freshly chopped mint. Look for further instructions at In Habitat. Give this DIY oral cleansing a whirl and you might just fall in love with it.

Photo credit: In Habitat

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#7 Digestions aiding

Consuming aloe vera may benefit your digestive tract by soothing and curing stomach ailments such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). A simple homemade aloe vera juice recipe that isn’t slimy, tastes good and lasts one week in a fridge. All you need is aloe vera leaf, lemon and water. Drink 1-2 oz after meals for better digestion.

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#8 Muscle pain-relieving

The aloe gel is sometimes used topically in sports medicine to soothe achy muscles while the anti-inflammatory ingredients may also help with pain when taken orally. As simple as blending the aloe and oil in a small bowl and massaging the mixture into the sore muscles may help to relieve the pain because of its strong anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

 

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Cross reference: 
https://www.prevention.com/beauty/skin-care/a20493891/10-things-you-can-do-with-aloe-vera/
https://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-use-aloe-vera-plant#risks