Aloe vera: benefits and properties

Aloe vera is a fantastic plant that has traditionally been used in the manufacture of natural cosmetic products. It is also widely used by the pharmacological industry for the production of many different products. However, in recent years other industries have also been taking advantage of it, such as the food industry in the production of beverages. There are also numerous recipes for very common problems using pure aloe vera leaf. Aloe vera is considered a medicinal plant.

Summary: Aloe vera is a fantastic product that is widely used in the natural cosmetics industry and also has magnificent properties in food. Also, in our shop in Las Rozas de Madrid you have a fantastic selection of soaps and creams with aloe.

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1. The aloe vera plant and flower

Aloe vera is a plant that grows in the form of a basal rosette with fleshy leaves. This plant originates from the tropical climate and is adapted to arid climates. Inside its leaves is the much-appreciated juice.

After 4 years, the aloe vera can flower. When flowering, it develops an inflorescence that can reach up to one metre in height. Its flowers are yellow and are highly appreciated from an ornamental point of view.

2. Propiedades del aloe vera en la alimentación

En primer lugar, las propiedades del aloe vera consumido en dosis adecuadas son las siguientes:

a) Ayuda a mejora del sistema inmune

El aloe vera es rico en polisacáridos, por esa razón funciona como adaptógeno y fortalece el sistema inmune. Por esta razón, una bebida con aloe vera nos ayuda a fortalecer nuestro sistema inmune y que si cogemos un virus, como el Covid o la gripe podamos pasar la enfermedad con menores síntomas.

b) Ayuda a estimular el metabolismo

Según numerosos estudios científicos, componentes de la aloe vera ayuda a quemar calorías, de esta manera nos ayuda a perder peso y adelgazar de una forma más fácil.

c) Favorece la salud del sistema inmune

Según muchos médicos, el jugo de aloe vera ayuda a regular el sistema digestivo, y por lo tanto, es muy beneficioso para las personas que sufren de estreñimiento.

3. ¿Cómo hay que tomar el jugo de aloe vera?

Doctors do not recommend taking aloe vera juice directly without following a doctor’s instructions. This is because different people need to take different amounts depending on their size and state of health. As a general rule, however, it is recommended to take it once or twice a day.

It can also be taken mixed with other drinks, such as water and fruit juices, as it has a slightly bitter taste, and when mixed with other fruits it is much more pleasant. There are also many companies on the market that sell aloe vera ready for consumption.

4. How long should I drink the juice?

The minimum recommended amount is 50 ml, which can be taken in one or two doses. In addition, the consumption of aloe vera juice should not exceed one week and at most 10 days. However, it is best to ask your doctor and with your personal data, make a decision as to which quantity and amount is the most suitable for you.

Bottles of different quantities are available on the market. If you have bought aloe juice in a large bottle, you can keep it in the refrigerator.

5. Aloe in cosmetics

Aloe vera is a magnificent plant that contains a large amount of minerals, vitamins, amino acids and fatty acids. The juice of this plant is widely used in cosmetics as it offers anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, moisturising and soothing properties.

Among the most notable properties are the following:

a) Soothes sunburn

Aloe vera has anti-inflammatory and cooling properties, which is why it is so beneficial for sunburned skin. It also helps to retain moisture in the skin and provides it with antioxidants and minerals.

In our shop you can find face creams and soaps with aloe vera to take advantage of these benefits.

b) Heals wounds

Aloe vera also has soothing properties. It is therefore very useful for healing wounds and cuts.

c) Moisturises the skin after shaving

Due to its moisturising and soothing properties aloe can be used after shaving.

c) Helps to delay skin ageing

By deeply nourishing the skin, giving it nourishment and by its antioxidants, aloe vera helps to fight against skin ageing.

6. My experience

As an amateur consumer and following advice from some blogs and popular wisdom, I am using aloe vera for two purposes; to remove some warts and to give strength to the hair. In both cases, I use pure aloe vera juice. In the case of warts, I rub it with the juice. In the case of the scalp, I pour the juice on the scalp and leave the lotion on my hair for at least an hour. In my case, I am happy with the results.

However, this is my experience and it is your doctor who can give you a solution to your problems.

6. Our cosmetics with aloe vera

We currently work with two cosmetic companies that produce natural cosmetic products with aloe vera. These companies are the following:

a) Castillo de Peñalver

Castillo de Peñalver has a variety of cosmetic products with aloe vera. Among them, its moisturising soaps and gels with aloe vera stand out.

b) Olive tree cosmetics

Cosmética Olivo offers fantastic soaps with extra virgin olive oil and aloe vera.

We have selected these companies because they are two companies that, in our opinion, try to use ingredients that are as natural as possible. Also, those companies have olive oil and honey as their main source.

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