1. Beauty and health care: Aloe vera has the efficacy of moisturizing, nourishing and whitening the skin, and also promotes the renewal of skin cells and repair of skin damage.
2. Anti-inflammatory and antipruritic: Aloe vera is rich in aloe vera rhodopsin, aloe vera glycosides, polysaccharides and other components, which are antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, analgesic and so on, and can be used for the treatment of skin inflammation, sunburn dermatitis, eczema and other skin diseases.
3. Improve gastrointestinal digestion: Aloe vera has the effect of promoting gastrointestinal detoxification, increasing intestinal peristalsis and secretion of digestive enzymes, relieving gastrointestinal inflammation, etc. It is often used to relieve constipation, gastrointestinal discomforts and other problems.
4. Other effects: Aloe vera also has the effect of lowering blood sugar, antioxidant, lower cholesterol and so on.
The side effects of aloe vera mainly include:
1. Allergic reaction: a few people may be allergic to aloe vera, and experience rashes, redness, swelling, and other discomforts after use.
2. Indigestion: Aloe vera contains components such as aloe vera alcohol, which may cause gastrointestinal discomfort, diarrhea, nausea and other symptoms, especially when used in high doses are more likely to produce the above symptoms.
3. Paradoxical reactions: Prolonged or excessive use of aloe vera may cause headaches, dizziness, abnormal liver function and other problems.
4. Adverse reactions: Aloe vera should be used with caution in pregnant and lactating women and those with abnormal liver or kidney function.
In short, if you want to use aloe vera, you must carefully choose the brand, pay attention to the dosage and method, and if there is an adverse reaction, you should stop using it immediately.