A 36-year-old member asked:

Can i go out in the sun after applying aloe on my face?

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Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered

Psychiatry 27 years experience

No !: Although side effects are not common with aloe ; it is used to treat some skin conditions, it has the potential to cause skin irritation. Rash can occur when applied prior to sun exposure.

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