What is aloe vera extract good for?

      Aloe vera is a member of the lily family and having the characteristics of cactus. There are more than 200 species of aloe vera but only four of them are well known and effective. It contains minerals, vitamins, amino acids, enzymes, sugars, hormones, salicylic acid and many more. Aloe vera is good for skin disorders and for treating other ailments.
      Aloe vera is widely used in various fields. It is helpful in treating skin diseases and also used by the cosmetic industry. Aloe vera provides various benefits to the person and also helps in healing the wounds. Aloe vera can be applied on the skin and wounds in the form of gel, sprays, lotion, liquid or juice. It can be available in the form of drink which can be taken by some people. 
The gel of aloe vera leaf is good for treating skin rashes, insect bites, herpes simplex, burns, acne, bedsores, ringworm and painful shingles. Aloe vera can be used by both men and women and even children. It is also good for keeping the functioning of bowels smooth. 
     Aloe vera is good for healing wounds and prevents from infection. It increases the strength of collagen which is required in building of damaged tissues. It is also good for the treatment of psoriasis, eczema and other skin problems. It is also helpful in the treatment of acid burns, radiation burns and frostbite. If one is affected by frostbite or sunburn, then one or two cups of fresh aloe juice can be added to the lukewarm water. After taking bath, apply aloe gel to the affected areas. 
     Aloe vera in the form of drink strengthens the natural resistance of the body and also good for helping immune system. Aloe vera is good for humans as well as animals also. One can find aloe vera in thousands of products for skin, hair and overall beauty of people.     
     It is used both internally and externally and is also good for number of treatments like eye inflammations, ulcers, skin cancer, gall bladder problems, abscesses and hemorrhoids. There are some other uses of aloe vera such as if aloe vera plant is grown in the kitchen then it helps in preventing mishaps and burns during cooking.
     It is also good for preventing accidents in the home and also considered as a good luck for the home. It is helpful in healing services, rituals and spells all over the world. 
     So, aloe vera is good for number of reasons such as shine, softness, healing, treatments and beauty.