catalogs logo
catalogs.com logo

Uses for Aloe Vera Plant

By Editorial Staff

aloe vera plantby Catalogs.com Info Guru Angela K. Van Winkle

Aside from being an interesting looking house plant, aloe vera is also an incredibly useful succulent to have around.

It is so useful, in fact, that it is used commercially in everything from after sun gels to moisturizing hand soaps and then some. Here are just a few of this wonder-plant’s many uses.


Before you continue reading about the Uses for Aloe Vera Plant there is a special announcement we would like to share with you. Catalogs.com has negotiated special medicare rates for our vibrant community of seniors. If you are over the age of 60, you can head over to our Seniors Health Section which is full of information about medicare. All you need is your zip code and a few minutes of your time to potentially save 100s of dollars on your medicare bills.

Get Free Catalogs When You Sign Up

Don't wait, sign up and get Free Shipping Offers, Discount Codes and lots of Savings Now!

10. Sunburn Treatment

Sunburn Treatment

Sunburn may be the first thing you think of when you hear the words aloe vera. This is because the gel from this plant’s succulent leaves can help soothe your poor scorched skin after having too much fun in the sun, and can even lessen the chances of peeling if applied immediately and regularly while the burn still stings. Look for cooling spray mists, after sun therapy lotions and pure aloe gel – keep it in the fridge to ramp up the soothing power.

9. Burn Ointment and Gel

Burn Ointment

Like sunburns, aloe is great for easing the pain and severity of first and second degree burns. Just slather some onto the effected area. Look for ointments and gels that include aloe as a top ingredient. One great way to soothe burned skin is to freeze the aloe gel in an ice cube tray and use the frozen cubes, giving the burn a 1-2 punch of healing cold and medicine.

8. Indigestion and Stomach Aches

aloe for stomach

Did you know you can drink this stuff? It’s true. Aloe is great for aiding tummy upsets and issues. Just be sure to follow the directions and don’t drink too much at a time. A little too much, and your indigestion treatment becomes a laxative. Any more than that and you could find yourself in real trouble.

7. Eyebrows and Fly-Aways

Eyebrows and Fly-Aways

This handy little gel will have your errant brow hair behaving in no time. Slick a little on with an eyebrow brush or clean mascara brush, and everything will stay in place without being sticky or stiff. Also works great for fly-aways on your head, if you’re having one of those hair days.

6. Facial Scrub

Facial Scrub

Aloe gel makes the perfect base for a deep cleaning exfolient. The gel itself is super moisturizing and packed full of skin-rejuvenating vitamins. Just add scrubbies (ground apricot pits, baking soda, or sea salt, to name a few) and you’ve got a facial scrub that can’t be beat.

5. Cuts and Abrasions

Cuts and Abrasions

That fat-leafed plant your mom always had around might have looked a little worse for wear. That’s because she was forever cutting off bits of it to soothe your cuts and scraped knees. That miracle gel inside the leaves just sits there, waiting for us to need it at a moment’s notice.

4. Skin Toner

Skin Toner

The cosmetic and skin-care industry knows a good thing when it sees it. Aloe vera has been tucked away in every possible product, including skin toners. Aloe helps repair damaged skin (as you may have gathered by now), and works wonders on wrinkles, scars, blemishes, and even dark spots.

3. Makeup Remover

 Makeup Remover

It’s the end of the night, and time to take off your mask before hitting the sack. Why reach for a pricey and chemical-ridden makeup remover when some humble (but powerful!) aloe gel will do the trick just as well, if not better? Try it. You won’t be disappointed.

2. Vitamin Supplement

Vitamin Supplement

So packed with nutrients is our happy little succulent friend, that many people take aloe supplements as part of their vitamin regimen. It aids digestion, repairs damaged tissue, and may even aid in treating diabetes by lowering blood glucose levels.

1. Shave Gel

Shave Gel

Popular Savings Offers

Again with the endless chemicals! Many commercial shave gels help you get a closer shave and less razor burn, but there is a more natural choice. That’s right, the mighty and versatile aloe vera plant has come to the rescue again. Our hero will soften and strengthen your skin, even while you shave the hairs right off of it. Aloe vera, we love you.

cc

Top Deals

See All

Recent Posts

Get Free Catalogs When You Sign Up

Don't wait, sign up and get Free Shipping Offers, Discount Codes and lots of Savings Now!

Categories

Saving Tools

Follow Us

Logo

Since 1996, Catalogs.com has been considered the web's catalog shopping authority. Our trends experts have carefully reviewed thousands of catalogs and online stores and have featured only the most respected, distinctive, and trusted ones. From popular favorites to new discoveries, you'll shop and save with exclusive coupon codes!

Invitations for applications for insurance on Catalogs.com are made through QuoteLab, LLC and transparent.ly. Submission of your information constitutes permission for an agent to contact you with additional information about the cost and coverage details of health and auto insurance plans. Descriptions are for informational purposes only and subject to change. Insurance plans may not be available in all states. For a complete description, please call to determine eligibility and to request a copy of the applicable policy. Catalogs.com is not affiliated with or endorsed by the United States government or the federal Medicare program. By using this site, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.