Aloe Vera: Great for Lips, Cheeks And All Over
Aloe Vera has a reputation as being nothing more than a folk remedy, but its rise in popularity in recent times has been accompanied by a number ofreputable scientific tests validating its success in treating a wide range of conditions. In fact, its many healing uses have seen it hailed as “nature’s pharmacy”. It’s also a brilliant beauty product, and the ease with which it is absorbed by the skin makes it perfect for use in aromatherapy and massage.
Of course, Aloe Vera remains best known for how kind it is to one’s skin. Its astringent pH properties help balance the skin, while its combination of anti-inflammatory, anti-pruritic and anti-bacterial qualities mean it is easily absorbed with minimal irritation. Not being an irritant, Aloe Vera can also be found in intimate massage oils and gels. It can treat all sorts of skin conditions and fungal infections. At the same time, its cooling effect is a wonderful treatment for problem areas such as under eye shadows.
The keratolytic qualities of Aloe Vera mean it can make softer tough skin. As such, it’s a brilliant answer to the irritation and soreness that may arise in areas of the body such as elbows and feet, as well as giving your skin a softer, healthier look and feel. By tightening your skin and moisturising it, products containing Aloe Vera give you a fresher appearance.
Whereas many cosmetics actually clog up pores and dry your skin, Aloe Vera is actively hygienic. Many beauty salons now use Aloe Vera as a cleanser before and after facials, as well as to sooth irritation after waxing.
Aloe Vera tingles when mixed with a little spearmint and applied to the lips. Worn under lipstick, it’s a wonderful lip plumper.
Anecdotal evidence points to Aloe Vera as being an anti-inflammatory. It is a favourite among those afflicted by arthritic pain as it cuts down the swelling around afflicted joints. It may also overcome a few symptoms of the common cold. The bunged up feeling one gets during a common cold isn’t really due to over-production of mucus, as is very often assumed, but because the sinuses have become infected and swollen. Aromatherapists use Aloe Vera as a base for mixing essential oils, as the anti-inflammatory nature of the plant eases the inflamed sinuses. For that reason, the product may be used to lessen the swelling and inflammation of recent injuries and burns. It can also help to reduce recent scars (i.e. those less than five years old).
Aloe Vera is also a common ingredient in after sun products, as its anti-pruritic properties reduce itching and burning. Of course, persistent itching can be a symptom of more serious problems and no cosmetic product should be considered a substitute for visiting the doctor. It can, though, relieve many kinds of short term irritation, e.g. itching resulting from hot flushes, pregnancy and psoriasis.
You don’t only have to purchase it out of the box; Aloe Vera is a simple to use item, suitable for those home brewers who like to experiment and mix up their own washes and cosmetics. Though they may not deliberately seek it out in products, many people have a tube of Aloe Vera about the place because of it is useful for so many things. You can use it when making your own salts, shampoos and gels.
It’s not just about cosmetics – although that would certainly be enough – Aloe Vera is about making you feel great inside and outside.
Base Formula offers a variety of Aloe Vera products which they have sourced and mixed themselves. Check out their website for more.
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