Research Summary:
Aloe vera, a cactus-like plant belonging to the Asphodelaceae (Liliaceae) family, has been used for traditional medical purposes for thousands of years. The name *Aloe vera* is derived from the Arabic word "Alloeh," meaning "shining bitter substance," due to the bitter liquid found in its leaves, and "Vera," which means "true" in Latin. There are over 300 species of aloe, most of which are native to South Africa, Madagascar, and Arabia.
Aloe leaves can be separated into two basic products: the latex, a bitter yellow liquid beneath the epidermis of the leaf, and the gel, a colorless and tasteless substance found in the inner part of the leaf. Both of these components contain many biologically active compounds, primarily anthraquinones and polysaccharides (with acemannan being the most active), which may act independently or synergistically.
The application of Aloe vera gel spans various domains, including cosmetics, where it is used in moisturizers, toothpastes, and as a preservative for fresh products. In medicine, it is utilized for both human and animal treatments. Aloe vera gel is a key ingredient in hundreds of skin lotions, sunblocks, and cosmetic products. It is known to treat wounds, burns, insect stings, skin inflammation, and exhibits anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antimicrobial, anti-tumor, and anti-viral properties, which are essential for wound healing.
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Additionally, Aloe vera gel promotes new hair growth by increasing blood circulation to the scalp and providing essential minerals and vitamins.
Keywords: Aloe vera gel, Skin diseases, Medicinal Plant, Wound healing, Anti-inflammatory, Pharmacological properties.