Yes! Plus sooo much more than just calming a sunburn!
By the way, Aloe nutrient dense gel/water, is the first ingredient on the Ultra Moisturizer ingredient deck! Hence the word Ultra!
Aloe vera, is a skin changing elixir!
The Aloe vera plant has been known and used for centuries for its health, beauty, medicinal and skin care properties.
Speak to me in a bit of Arabic and Latin please;)...
The name Aloe vera derives from the Arabic word “Alloeh” meaning “shining bitter substance,” while “vera” in Latin means “true.” 2000 years ago, the Greek scientists regarded Aloe vera as the universal panacea.
"The Egyptians called Aloe “the plant of immortality.” Today, the Aloe vera plant has been used for various purposes in dermatology". -National Library of Medicine, v.53(4); 2008
9 Benefits for using Aloe based skin care products!...
1. "Aloe vera has antioxidant, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that boost healing, moisturize the skin and prevent aging." - says, New York-based cosmetic dermatologist Michele Green, M.D.
2. Intensive skin moisturization!: - Aloe is made up of over 98% water, and not just any ole water, but SUPER mineral, vitamin, amino acid and antioxidant water! The vitamins, minerals and nutrients team up and work together to plunge deep into the skin layers for ultimate hydration.
3. Anti-aging effects: Aloe vera contains humectants that bind moisture to the skin and stimulate collagen production, boosting the elasticity of the skin resulting in fewer fine lines.
4. Treats dryness: Aloe vera gel absorbs easily into the skin to help combat dryness.
5. Relieves eczema: The moisturizing effects of aloe can help alleviate the dry, itchy skin associated with eczema.
6. Reduces inflammatory acne: Aloe gel may help treat inflammatory forms of acne, such as pustules and nodules.
7. Lightens dark spots and acne scars: Aloe vera gel helps stimulate collagen production in the skin, which reduces the appearance of scarring.
8. Reduces puffiness and dark circles: Aloe vera reduces overall facial inflammation and helps with the production of new skin cells.
9. Acts as a natural exfoliant: The salicylic acid in the Aloe plant helps to remove bad bacteria and dead skin cells from the facial skin.
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With Love and Blessings!
Rebecca