Using Aloe Vera for Acne Treatment



Acne is a common skin disease characterized by area of skin with blackheads or whiteheads also known as comedones, tender red bumps or zits, pustules and cysts. Acne mostly affects the skin with dense sebaceous follicles like areas of face, upper part of the chest and back. It occurs most commonly during adolescent period. Several factors like hormonal changes, stress, diet, heredity, poor hygiene responsible for causing acne. Aloe vera is one most effective and natural home remedy for acne cure. There are many benefits of using aloe vera for acne treatment:

Aloe vera is a succulent plant that is well known for its healing and soothing properties. It has been used for the treatment of variety of skin infections, wounds, burns, scars, sebaceous cysts, and many others. The use of aloe vera for acne has been well documented and proven. The anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal properties of aloe vera helps to reduce the infection and inflammation caused due to acne. The polysaccharides and healthy nutrients available in the aloe vera plant promotes skin repair and heals damaged tissue.

Aloe vera for acne can be applied topically or internally. It is available in the gel form, juice, cream, lotion, ointment and many more. Nowadays, aloe vera is being used as one of the main ingredient in variety of cosmetic products.

The sap of aloe vera contains number of healing qualities that treat the condition effectively. Wash your face and apply aloe vera gel on affected area and leave it for some time to settle down. It helps to reduce swelling and redness on acne prone areas and also reduce scars and acne spots. Drinking aloe vera juice is beneficial for acne treatment. It cleanses your digestive system and helps to get rid of nasty toxins and impurities that lead to break-outs and acne flare-ups.


Aloe vera based soap is easily available in market. Take aloe vera soap and gently message on affected area and then pat dry. Then, apply aloe vera lotion or cream on your face. It will moisturize your skin and make it soft and smooth.


Review: Yulia Berry's book "Aloe- Your Miracle Doctor," is a book which gives you abundance of home remedies regarding Aloe vera. Various treatment method and all the steps to remain healthy. I prefer them to many other commercial expensive products. Maria Miller, M.D.

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