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Use ‘Aloe’ to say ‘Goodbye’ to dry winter skin!

Use ‘Aloe’ to say ‘Goodbye’ to dry winter skin!

11 Feb 2021 by Ted Escobedo   2 min read

While often thought of as a remedy for sunburn relief, aloe vera gel can be helpful during the dry winter months, too. It works by alleviating redness and irritation related to excess dryness, and it can even decrease signs of aging, as well as acne breakouts, according to research.

How to harvest and use Aloe Vera

To harvest your aloe plant for gel and juice:

If you have aloe vera growing in your home, here is how you can use it:

  • Remove 3-4 leaves at a time, choosing thick leaves from the outer sections of the plant. Ensure the leaves are healthy and free of any mold or damage. Cut them close to the stem. Most of the beneficial nutrients are found at the base of the leaves. Avoid the roots.
  • Wash and dry the leaves.
  • Trim the prickly edges with a knife.
  • Using a knife or your fingers, separate the interior gel from the outside of the leaf. The interior gel is the part of the aloe that you’ll use.
  • Allow the yellow sap to drain from the leaf. This is the aloe vera latex. If you plan to use the latex, you can catch this in a container. If you’re not planning to use the latex, you can dispose of it.
  • Cut the aloe gel into slices or cubes.
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