Aloe Vera Gel for Hair Growth
Aloe vera has a lot of medicinal uses, including moisturizing the scalp and promoting hair growth. It can also alleviate skin conditions such as dandruff, and relieve scalp redness and itchiness. The plant is commonly used in Eastern cultures and is gaining popularity in Western alternative medicine. It has anti-aging properties which helps with hair cell renewal as well as properties that stimulate collagen production, which helps prevent in skin elasticity. Does this Spark an idea?
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Identification
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Commonly used as a houseplant, aloe is a succulent plant that is green in color. It has a series of spiky stalks that contain a clumpy, transparent gel. This gel can be used directly from the plant.
Usage
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To use the aloe vera gel, take one of the plant's plump, spiky leaves and cut it cross-wise. Using your thumb and index finger, gently squeeze out the clear gel and apply it to your scalp in a circular motion until the gel sinks in. Do this weekly for best results. Adults can use the gel liberally, while for children, a doctor's advice may be needed.
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Side Effects
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Topical usage of aloe vera gel does not have significant side effects. However, it is important to consider that taking the aloe vera stalks orally may result in diarrhea because of the plant's laxative properties. It can also lower blood sugar levels, so it is important to seek medical advice if you have any health condition which the aloe plant may affect.
Hair benefits
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The aloe gel is a great ointment for promoting hair growth because it maintains the pH balance of your hair cells. This allows hair to grow healthier and more robust. Applying it to your hair can also moisturize the ends, preventing split ends.
Other forms
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Aside from directly harvesting the gel from the aloe plant, you can buy processed aloe products. Manufacturers use the aloe gel as an ingredient in a wide variety of products such as shampoos, conditioners and hair creams. Examples of manufacturers that sell aloe gel products in processed form include Herbalife and Nature's Gate.
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