Basic Nutrition : Aloe Vera Herbal Extract

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Aloe Vera leaf extract.

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July 23, 2009

Pros:

cheap, natural, feels clean when you put it on

Cons:

none really

I tried aloe straight form the plant and it worked wonders but when walking through a store, I saw FOTH 100%aloe gel and I thought it would be easier to manage than the fresh plant. Be careful! The bottled stuff I got said "100% pure aloe vera gel," meaning it was 100% gel, NOT 100% aloe vera. I was apparently allergic to whatever else was in it (which turned out to be a lot when I read the back of the bottle), and my face freaked! Aloe from the plant is amazing; the FOTH gel is not.
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June 26, 2009

Pros:

clears up skin slowly but surely. marks fade away, smoother skin complexion, oiliness is reduced, blackheads reduced to a very large extent. its all natural! REMEMBER: YOU ONLY NEED A THIN LAYER OF ALOE ON YOUR FACE.

Cons:

takes time to work for some people (as it did in my case). purging occurred but not as severe as retin a. marks take time to fade away (month n a half or so). u hav to use natural stuff from the plant to see results. I could not wear makeup.

It works. For those who say it does not work, you have not given it enough time to work. Its funny how we can wait for as long as 5-6 months for a thing like retin a but not even give 2-3 month time frame to an amazing plant like aloe. I'v been using the plant for about 3 months now and my acne has cleared significantly. Now i do not need to worry about what i eat n all that because skin is getting clear from within. Purging is to be expected because aloe brings the toxins of the skin to the surface. Pls. be patient. As with retin a, give your skin 3 six-week cycles to see results because our skin takes that long to rejuvenate and react to a new product. I had to stop using makeup because i felt that it helped to let me skin breathe. I apply the aloe from the plant 3-4 times everyday after washing my face with chickpea flour (no soap or facewashes seem to suit my skin) you can get this flour at an Indian store.My skin is very oily so it worked for me. A thin layer is all you need
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May 8, 2009

Pros:

its amazing! extremely healing. does fade discoloration giving you a more even toned complexion. Makes skin soft and its 100% NATURAL! which is to me the best part.

Cons:

kinda smells like BO. its goopy. but its really nothing to complain about. THIS IS MY FAVORITE NEW STUFF TO USE ON MY SKIN

I have moderately severe acne. Ive used this plant for 3 days now. Noticed a difference the first time i used it. This plant is honestly amazing. It heals whatever acne you have and stops the pain! Doesnt necessarily stop new acne from coming but it does fade red scars and discoloration and makes your skin soft. My skin is pretty much healed! Im really into health and doing things the natural way so i MOST DEFINITELY RECOMMEND TRYING THIS. but my acne just recently got really bad so i had to start doxycycline(antibiotic) I was pretty desperate and just started taking zinc(vitamin). soon will start taking many more vitamins that most of us with acne are lacking which could be one of the causes is to why our acne isnt healing and we cant get it under control. If you want to know more about vitamins and what foods to eat and not eat go to this website [link removed] and click on folk remedies. If you are desperate like me its worth a try!
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May 2, 2009

Pros:

Helps in preventing acne and reducing the scars. Plus, it's very refreshing!

Cons:

Gooey and sticky if use straight from the plant.

At home, I use aloe extract straight from the plant (have a large one in my garden). But I travel often, so I bought an aloe gel with pure aloe vera and anthemis nobilis flower extract. It works the same, only less messy. Wash my face, dry, dab with my self-made-toner (drops of tea tree oil mix with water), use the aloe vera gel as moisturizer. It works!
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April 4, 2009

Pros:

Works wonderfully - Aloelife skin gel
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Cons:

Makes skin feels little bit tight - that's good I guess.

Stopped my acne completely. Sothes the skin and controls oil production
March 15, 2009

Pros:

I totally feel in love with this plant I've tried so many products off the shelf that dried up my face,caused peeling and burned my skin. I used aloe straight from the plant and rubbed all over my face. Noticed a difference in just one nights use!

Cons:

Feels a little gooey but dries in a few minutes.

WILL NEVER TRY ANOTHER OVER THE COUNTER PRODUCT!! So glad I used this plant. It really works wonders on the skin. Research the plant. You'll be so glad you did!!!
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February 13, 2009

Pros:

It shrunk my cysts and made them less sensitive. It made my skin less red and shrunk my big nose blackheads, all in one night! I will definitely use this again, every night. I used pure aloe vera and put the juice on over night.

Cons:

Its sticky so you have to wash your face to get it off in the morning.

It works! Just buy a plant, you won't waste your money!
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November 26, 2008

Pros:

whoa. only 3 days. yeap. 3 days. a friend said that its a silent healer. he recommended it to me. now i call it my miracle plant.

Cons:

honestly, if u wana make it less messy, use a mask bowl!

i've done research online regarding aloe and acne. and they say its not a total acne treatment. but hey it does works wonders. my skin conditon looks clearer, less breakouts, less oily and definately made a happier me. also use a toner after and clay mask a few times a week.
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July 17, 2008

Pros:

Saw a reduction in redness and size of pimples within 1-2 days!

Cons:

NONE

I used to break out a little bit on my forehead and I decided to use Proactiv. It actually made a skin clear but once I stopped the regimen, my face was literally covered in pimples. It got real bad real fast! I tried chinese herbs, Differin gel, and antibiotics. But they didn't work, so I decided to give nature a shot. And the aloe works wonders! I have been putting aloe on my face every night and my face is actually clearing up! Its even healing stubborn acne! I recommend it to everyone!! IT WORKS, GIVE IT A TRY!
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July 1, 2008

Pros:

Helps heal exsisting acne, prevents scars from forming, lightens existing scars, improves overall health of the skin....love it love it love it!!!

Cons:

None, I guess waiting for the gel to dry, but I don't mind it.

After getting terrible breakouts after using harsh chemicals I started using aloe at night. I wash my face with a gentle cleanser, then I take the aloe out of the leaf apply it to my face and go to bed with it on, wash it off the next morning. It helped heal the acne I have, lighten scars, and gives my skin a healthy glow. It hasn't make made my skin 100% clear but it is great cause it doesnt cause any irritation and moisturizes as it improves my skin. I've been using it for about a month my acne has significantly decreased (almost all gone) the scarring on my face has gotten lighter, and my skin is no longer dry. I hope with continuous use it'll clear it up completely!
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