Does Aloe Vera Help Acne?

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By rasta1

Those who have been afflicted by acne ask the question, does ale vera help acne problems? The answer is yes, my friend. Both of my parents had acne problems when they were my age. For me to have acne issues as a young adult is quite normal. The generational treatment for such a condition has always been the use of aloe vera.

Why does aloe vera help acne?

· Aloe vera soothes the skin naturally.

· The oily nature of the plant is similar to natural skin oils such as sebum.

· The plant alleviates itchiness and soreness associated with acne.

· It helps to tone the color of the skin and removes acne scars in the long run

· Helps to tighten pores, therefore decreasing the pores exposure to germs

· The aloe vera contains anti-bacterial properties

· One of the medicinal uses of the aloe vera gel is to tighten the skin and slow aging

· It also reinforces the collagen integrity of the skin, which helps the skin to heal faster

· Helps to regulate the correct PH balance of the skin

· Provides the necessary minerals and vitamins that is needed to help heal the skin

· Another medicinal use of aloe vera is to eliminate free radicals from the skin

· Rinsing the aloe vera gel off the face, helps to remove sticky particles traped by the aloe gel

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Elements of the Aloe Vera that Helps Acne

These are the nutrients immediately available once the aloe vera sap is applied directly to the skin:

· Contains Polysaccharides that kills bacteria and germs responsible for acne

· It also contains Mannans which is a mild antibiotic which also kills germs.

· Consists of a vital nutrient, Anthraquinones which facilitates the rejuvenation of vital nutrients in the skin

Contains lectin, which is responsible for proper cell growth and repair.

Topical Application of Aloe Vera

Go directly to the plant, cut a piece large enough to hold in your hand. Trim the jagged edges. Then slice it through the middle like you’re making a sandwich. Then rub the gel exposed part all over your body or the affected area.

This application can be done in the morning, right before taking a cold shower for maximum effect. It is not recommended to wear the gel continuously throughout the day, especially if it’s humid or hot. The aloe vera gel can be left on during the nights though. It is best to apply it after a hot shower. Wash the face with hot water before applying and wash with cold water to remove it. The hot water removes the stale natural oil (sebum) from the face and the aloe vera replenishes it. The cold water prevents the complete removal of the fresh layer of oil on the skin.

Internal Application of Aloe Vera

Yes, you do have to digest some of the raw aloe vera in order to help alleviate acne problems. The aloe vera makes vitamin C and E more bioavailable in the blood. One of the medicinal uses of aloe vera is to remove free radicals from the skin and other organs. Most free radicals in the body start from the skin, due to the radiation effect of the sun. Therefore the use of ale vera is important for overall skin and body rejuvenation.

The best way to have it is to cut a small piece of the plant and peel all the skin off, and then swallow it. Another option would be to blend that small piece when making a smoothie.

Overveiw

It is best to use aloe vera plants that are over four years old for optimum results for topical applications. Experimenting with different application methods is encouraged until an ideal method is found. The medicinal use of aloe vera does not cure acne. It only helps the skin to repair itself and removes the bacterium that is responsible for outbreaks. Other factors that cause acne have to be taken into consideration such as age, lifestyle, genetics, pharmaceuticals and environment.

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For More Information on the uses of Aloe Vera;

Spiritual Uses of Aloe Vera: The spiritual uses of the aloe vera plant are vast and wide. Basically I will touch on some of the spiritual applications of aloe vera throughout history and present.

Does Aloe Vera Help Acne?: Putting rest to the question as to whether aloe vera is the best treatment for acne. Based on my personal experience with acne, I will shed some light on how does aloe vera help acne. The medicinal use of aloe vera to clear acne will be explained.

Methods of Growing Aloe Vera: Aloe vera is one of the easiest plants to grow. Due the powerful medicinal uses of aloe vera, it is recommended to have the plant in your home or yard. Therefore, we will describe the correct methods of growing aloe vera.

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m0rd0r Level 4 Commenter 3 months ago

Useful. Thank you for this research. I am adding this article to my bookmarks.

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rasta1 Hub Author 3 months ago

Respect Mordor, thanks for the energy. Will do a couple more aloe hubs then switch niche again.

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Cardisa Level 8 Commenter 3 months ago

Rasta, I swore I left a comment because I remember thinking that Aloe Vera was also good for burns such as sunburn, hot oil burns, hot water burns and any other type of burn. Also good for insect bites, any kind of abssess (which acne is related to).

Your article is right on the money. For people with acne it's best to use natural cure like aloe vera because it reduces the risk of chemical reaction from manufactured stuff. It would be also good if the person with the acne can drink the aloe vera, as most of our skin problems come from within.

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rasta1 Hub Author 3 months ago

Thanks Cardisa, I was going through some of your hubs about healthy skin and saw the video about aloe vera. Respect

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Cardisa Level 8 Commenter 3 months ago

Bless!

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alocsin Level 8 Commenter 3 months ago

I don't have acne, but wish I knew about this natural solution during my teen years, when I suffered from acne. Voting this Up and Useful.

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rasta1 Hub Author 3 months ago

Respect Alocsin, Thanks for stopping by and giving me some energy.

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Sunshine625 Level 8 Commenter 5 weeks ago

I don't have acne BUT I do get an occasional, annoying zit. Good information. I'll have some aloe nearby!

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rasta1 Hub Author 5 weeks ago

Respect Sunshine, thanks for your input and the energy.

vinu 5 weeks ago

i have acne and might me this informaton helpful,thanks for valuable information

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rasta1 Hub Author 5 weeks ago

Respect Vinu, I hope that you can use this information for resolution.

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Pinkchic18 Level 4 Commenter 4 weeks ago

I have an aloe plant currently but we rarely utilize it. Thank you for this helpful and informational hub!

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rasta1 Hub Author 4 weeks ago

Respect Pinkchic, I am glad you could make use of this information. I use it all the time.

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hypnosis4u2 Level 1 Commenter 4 weeks ago

This is one of those "I never knew" hubs. Thanks for sharing.

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rasta1 Hub Author 3 weeks ago

Respect hypnosis4u2, I am very glad that you liked the hub, thanks.

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