Aloe vera (/ˈæloʊiː/ or /ˈæloʊ/) is a succulent plant species of the genus Aloe.[3] An evergreen perennial, it originates from the Arabian Peninsula, but grows wild in tropical, semi-tropical, and arid climates around the world.[3] It is cultivated for agricultural and medicinal uses.[3] The species is also used for decorative purposes and grows successfully indoors as a potted plant.[4]
It is found in many consumer products including beverages, skin lotion, cosmetics, or ointments for minor burns and sunburns. There is little clinical evidence for the effectiveness or safety of Aloe vera extract as a cosmetic or medicine.[5][6] (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aloe_vera)
A clear description of the benefits
of aloe vera on the face appears in the following summary:
1.
Moisturize the skin
Whatever your skin type, moisturizer is still needed to protect and
maintain healthy skin. Aloe vera contains polysaccharides and sterols which can
help maintain skin moisture.
2.
Brighten the Face
Bright facial skin you can get by making aloe vera meat as a daily mask.
The enzymes contained in aloe vera can brighten the skin, make it not dull, and
soften rough skin.
3.
Accelerate wound healing
Aloe vera can accelerate wound healing in the skin. The content of
calcium and antioxidants in aloe vera can accelerate the division of
keratinocyte cells (cells producing keratin in the skin) and strengthen skin
tissue.
4.
Contains antioxidants and nutrients for the skin
Various vitamins contained in aloe, such as vitamins A, C, and E, are antioxidants
that can counteract free radical attack due to exposure to smoke and air
pollution on the face.
5.
Reducing Acne Inflammation
Applying
aloe vera can help prevent acne on the face. The content of antimicrobial and
antibacterial substances found in aloe vera plants play a role in preventing,
even treating acne on the face.
