Hygeia

A lot of people use aloe vera both internally and externally for different reasons. Externally, Aloe vera gel is good for any time of skin problems including acne and skin infections. Some products that sell in the store do have aloe ingredient included and come in the form of topical creams.

However, the fresh aloe vera plant can be used by cutting a portion of the leaf and getting the juice or gel from it by squeezing it and then putting it on the skin. That works just as well as the topical cream; maybe even more because it is fresh and natural.

However, there is a specific way to squeeze the gel because if you don’t it will waste the liquid and you won’t get the best effect from it. You have to “fillet,” instead of squeezing the leaves. This process of filleting gives your even more aloe vera gel or juice. Get the scoop at Aloe Vera Juice Benefit.

When you prepare this product the right way, you can put it in your refrigerator and it will last for years and you can use it when you need it. I suggest drinking aloe vera juice at least once per day for optimal health and the experts agree with me on this.

The outer part of the aloe leaf is called the rind; similar to an orange rind. The yellow part of the leaf is called the sap or latex. You don’t want to use that part of the aloe leaf. It will cause intense diarrhea if taken internally.

The most important part of the plant is the “mucilage,” and the “gel.” These are usually used for natural home remedy purposes.
Make sure you prepare your aloe within a few hours of cutting the leaf to prevent oxidation. Use the leaves that are closer to the ground because they are more mature and have enough ingredients to give you the best results.