Using aloe
The Aloe vera plant has been used for thousands of years to heal a variety of conditions, most notably burns, wounds, skin irritations, and constipation. It is grown in most subtropical and tropical locations, including South Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Aloe was one of the most frequently prescribed medicines throughout most of the 18th and 19th centuries and it remains one of the most commonly used herbs in the United States today. However, oral use of aloe for constipation is no longer recommended, as it can have severe side effects.
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A 31-year old asked:
What can you do for sunburn that doesn't involve using aloe?
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A 19-year old female asked:
Hi I was planning on using aloe to help loose weight because I've been gaining weight really fast.will it help me to loose fat fast with some exercis?
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A 46-year old asked:
Can using aloe vera dry out your skin?
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A 48-year old asked:
What are the benefits of using aloe vera on your face?
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A 16-year old male asked:
Can i know if the redness and uneven skin texture caused by BP permenant ? I've been using aloe as a mositurizer on the affected area for mths but have not seen any improvement. I stopped using BP for the time too. Im really concern if it will fade.
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A male asked:
I've been using aloe gel and the black spots still showed up on my shoulder?
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A 32-year old female asked:
What are the dangers or concerns of using aloe vera on a cut or wound when you are pregnant?
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A 22-year old male asked:
I get acne in areas where I shave despite cleansing and using aloe. Would epilating or at-home lasers be better?
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A 20-year old male asked:
I m using aloe vera gel of u.S based company forever living.I live in india.Is this recognised in u.S?Nd tell benefits of using this nd procedure..Tks
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A 16-year old female asked:
I am experiencing redness due to toothpaste left overnight. Happened 3 days ago, wont go away. Using Aloe Vera, wont work. Have grad next week and need it to go away asap?
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A 21-year old female asked:
Will using Aloe Vera help with my hair growth on my natural hair?
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A 32-year old male asked:
I read online that using aloe Vera on the face can cause facial hair to grow. Is this true or a myth? Thanks
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A 23-year old female asked:
I got a bikini wax yesterday and I'm pretty itchy today. I've been using aloe for the burn. Is there anything else i can use or stick to that?
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A 22-year old female asked:
I am using aloe vera gel instead of shampoo.Direct apply of aloe vera gel will make hair lose?
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A 31-year old female asked:
I am experiencing rash in both armpits. It might be a heat rash. Have been using Aloe gel which which has helped soothe and reduce redness but still I still have the rash
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A member asked:
Can scare on my legs over 20 years be remove completely using aloe vera and honey mixtures?
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A female asked:
Had mild pimples on my face, been using aloe gel but still have red scars and you can see then more as I am fair any suggestions to clear them up?
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A 19-year old female asked:
Showered 1 day & my chest started burning, it left scabs that fell off, now I have dark marks on chest. Using aloe Vera & cocoa butter. Will it work?
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A 32-year old male asked:
Can using aloe Vera as an after shave or to moisturize skin be ok to use without clogging pores or causing irritation? Thanks
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A 31-year old female asked:
I have 2 small cuts on my hand I'm using antiseptic cream on them I'm also using aloe Vera aswell how long will they take 2 heal thanks ?
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A 32-year old female asked:
Do you think using Aloe Vera & Vitamin E cream would be a help? for white spots on my chest and neck?
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A 32-year old male asked:
I have a dark skin complexion . Will using aloe Vera on my face as a moisturizer bleach my skin making it Lighter permanently?
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A 22-year old female asked:
Hi I need some help with my pimples problems please its getting worse each day. Been using aloe, tea tree oil,apple cider vinegar it won't work? Help
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A 19-year old male asked:
I am using aloe Vera gel mixed with Evion 400mg on my vaginal area to remove darkness? Will it help to remove darkness of vaginal area, labia majora and inner thighs?
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A 24-year old female asked:
I got a terrible sunburn yesterday and my upper back and shoulders are literally covered in blisters. What can I do to help the pain and get this healing faster? Using aloe and ibuprofen now.
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A 45-year old male asked:
I started with breaking the skin on my penis through masterbation. It continued to inflame as I didnt stop masterbating. It has got worse and I now have 2 red spots below my head and it is quite sore just underneath the head. I tried using Aloe ?
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A 38-year old female asked:
I got a really bad sunburn 4 days ago & my feet & ankles are still swollen. I'm using aloe gel & taking ibuprofen, anything more I should be doing?
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A 34-year old male asked:
Hello, 2 weeks ago I got a dog bite in face. I got stitches, which were taken out last week. Doctor prescribed Contractubex, but I read that silicone gels are better. Could you please advise what to use? Ps. Im also using aloe vera to cool it.
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A 33-year old female asked:
I have red ichy bumps on my left upper breast was told its flea bites but I have no animals using aloe vera and benedyrl cream but doesn't help any?
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A 43-year old male asked:
Shortly after masterbation my urethra began to feel itchy. I started using aloe Vera recently. Last week the opening was red it went away.Have some red spots on the tip of the penis. Looks like a rash formed below the tip. Is this from the aloe Vera?
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