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SKIN-BARRIER

Aloe vera

Aloe barbadensis

also known as Aloe, Burn plant, Lily of the desert

A succulent whose inner leaf gel is widely used topically for burns, sunburn, and skin healing; the outer latex is a powerful but harsh laxative.

  • Topical gel supports minor burn healing
  • Soothes sunburn
  • Topical use for psoriasis support
  • Internal latex (rare use) is a strong laxative
  • Used since ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia
  • Provides polysaccharide acemannan

Active in Acemannan (polysaccharide), Anthraquinones (in latex only), Sterols, Lignins.

Internal use of aloe latex is harsh and not recommended — possible cancer risk with long use
Avoid internal use in pregnancy and nursing
May lower blood sugar — caution with diabetes medication
Use caution with diuretics — potassium loss
The curious few.
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Know what you're putting in your body.

158 herbs, nutrients, and compounds. What the science says, what tradition knew, and what to watch for. Founding members keep this running.

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  • Full access to all 158+ entries
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