How To Harvest Aloe Vera Gel

I have lived in Florida since the late 80’s.  While living in the south I have also had Aloe Vera plants growing in my yard.  I currently have over a dozen plants growing outside around my home.  In this hot and steamy climate these amazing succulents grow like a weed and spread very quickly.  I love this plant because it has so many wonderful uses, and it is the perfect treatment for burns, minor boo boos, or dry skin.

How To Harvest Aloe Vera Gel:

1. Cut off a healthy Aloe Vera leaf close to the plants center.
2. Slice it carefully along the center of the leaf, along its entire length.
3. Gently peel back the two cut edges.
4. Use a spoon to scrape the clear gel from the center of the leaf, then place it in a bowl.
   
   

   

   

   
   
   Aloe Vera Gel Tips and Uses:
   • At the center of the plant, the aloe vera leaves contain a thickest gel.
   • Do not use any gel with a green tinge.
   • Aloe Vera gel makes a wonderful shaving gel for gently shaving your legs.
   • It is a fantastic addictive for homemade facial masks.
   • Applied on your hair it can tame any fizze, and repair dry hair.
   • Aloe Vera gel makes a great oil free moisturizer, it’s a effective humectant increasing water retention in the skin.
   • It can be used to treat sunburn, it hydrates the skin for a quick recovery.
   • It is a magical skin brightener, and can decrease age spots.
   • I like to massage Aloe Vera gel into my feet and cover with socks for a moistening foot treatment.

   
   
   

   I truly enjoy cultivating my own aloe vera plants, and using this miracle gel.

   Do you grow Aloe Vera at home?  Do you have other uses for Aloe Vera gel?

   
   

   Smiles, Paula
   
   
   

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