Is Aloe Vera Plant Good for Your Face?

Aloe vera is a plant product.

Recognized Benefits

Using the aloe vera plant on the face is beneficial. It moisturizes skin and soothes irritation from rashes or burns. It is a good alternative for people with sensitive skin, or for those who do not want to use commercial skin products because of the chemical additives.

Dosage and Use

For the effects of aloe to be evident on the face, it must be left on the skin, according to The Beauty Brains. Simply breaking open a leaf, wiping it on the face and rinsing it off will not allow the skin to reap the beneficial effects of the plant. For best results, an aloe cream that stays on the skin and has a high concentration of aloe should be used.

Bottom Line

The aloe vera plant is good for the face. An aloe product that stays on the skin, such as a lotion, should be used instead of a soap that is rinsed off. If aloe vera is used straight from the plant, it should be left on the skin overnight.

References

• The Beauty Brains: Is Aloe Vera a Good Moisturizer?
• Nahanni River Herbs: Aloe Vera