40 Ways To Use Aloe Vera Topical Aloe Uses 1. Pamper yourself to a soothing body rub.

Slice aloe leaves lengthwise and use the inner sides as a biodegradable body scrub in the shower. 2. Treat burns from minor mishaps in the kitchenfrom grease splatters or hot utensils. 3. For more major kitchen mishaps like a scald, mix some aloe gel and vitamin E oil into a little jar for a homemade burn healer. 4. Banish black and blue bruises by swapping on the good goo. 5. Soothe and heal sunburns the feel-good way. Aloe contains cooling properties similar to menthol. 6. Take the sting or itch out of insect bites. 7. Reduce

tissue damage from frostbite.

8. Alleviate mysterious rashes. 9. Make feet baby soft with an exfoliating foot mask by mixing together a half cup of oatmeal, a half cup of corn meal, four tbsp. of aloe vera gel and a half cup of unscented body lotion. 10. Help heal herpes outbreaks. 11. Fight Athlete's Foot. 12. Swab 13. Use

over blisters for quick relief.

as an antidote to allergic skin reactions.

14. Replace

creams and lotions as a general moisturizer for dry skin. Aloe is fast absorbing!
15. Prevent pesky pimples and treat acne. 16. Soothe Psoriasis. 17. Prevent

scarring and stretch marks.

18. Help rid of Rosacea. 19. Shrink warts. 20. Reverse signs of aging skin and wrinkles. Cleopatra did!

21. Help eliminate Eczema. 22. Brighten skin. Aloe can decrease pigmentation and dark spots. 23. Make skin new again with an exfoliating, organic sugar scrub by mixing together two tbsp. of aloe vera, 2 tbsp. of organic brown sugar and 1 tsp. of organic lemon juice. 24. For rougher patches mix together an organic salt skin scrub using two cups of sea salt, one cup of aloe vera, one cup of organic coconut oil and two tbsp. of local, organic honey. 25. Speed

up hair growth by massaging aloe into the scalp, letting it sit for 30 minutes, and rinsing.
It is best to leave the aloe gel or juice on for at least two hours before rinsing or washing your hair.
26. Reduce

hair dandruff by mixing aloe vera juice with coconut milk and wheat germ oil. Massage into scalp and rinse.
27. Replace

aloe with conditioner for silkier, smoother hair.

28. Remove eye makeup. 29. Treat minor vaginal irritations. 30. Drink aloe vera juice to relieve gastrointestinal disorders like indigestion. 31. Sip it to aid in elimination. Many times, it's recommended for its laxative effects. 32. Take a swig to reduce symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome including bloating and discomfort. 33. Take aloe orally to relieve heartburn, arthritis and rheumatism pain. 34. Boil leaves in a pan of water and breathe in the vapor to alleviate asthma. 35. Drink to lower blood sugar levelsespecially for diabetics. 36. Strengthen

gums and promote strong, healthy teeth by taking orally or use toothpaste with aloe vera ingredients.
37. Drink to help ease congestion, stomach ulcers, colitis, hemorrhoids, urinary tract infections and prostate problems. 38. Take orally to reduce cholesterol and triglycerides for a healthy heart. 39. Sip to minimize inflammation and infection of the eye and ear.

40. Toast to its general detoxifier and health boosting qualities!

Step 1
Make aloe vera shampoo. The easiest way to do this is to take 1 tablespoon of commercially available aloe vera gel and add it to 8 ounces of shampoo (of your choosing). Mix well with a spoon and then shampoo your hair as you would normally.

Step 2
Make a light aloe vera conditioner. To do this, take one-quarter cup of aloe vera gel, mix with the juice from half of a lemon as well as a few (three to five) drops of an essential oil of your choosing. Apply this mixture to freshly shampooed hair; leave it in for three to five minutes, and then rinse it out.

Step 3
Make a deep-clean conditioner. Combine equal parts of olive oil and aloe vera gel and then comb it through your hair. Leave it in for 30 minutes and then rinse it out.

Step 4
Use as a "leave-in" conditioner. To do this, apply aloe vera gel to your hair (this is most effective after shampooing it first) and massage it in. Because sweat can cause the gel to run and get into your eyes, it is best to avoid athletic activity for a few hours after application. Many people put the gel in just before they go to bed.

Step 5 Use as a styling product. By adding a small amount of aloe vera gel to your hair after styling it, you can add natural shine to your hair and help lock in moisture. Rub a small amount (penny-sized dollop) between your hands and then distribute evenly over your hair.