Aloe vera plant can be easily grown in the garden or can be obtained from a near by nursery. It is quite easily grown without much effort. It is almost present in every house due to its versatile uses. The leaves, stem and young shoot is juicy and is used for extracting fresh juice and sap for preparing gel. The amount of gel is abundant in matured leaves as compared to tender ones. The aloe vera gel can be directly applied on the skin that has been sun burnt or cracked. It acts as a natural healer and gives a soothing effect in the inflammation and pain caused due to insect bite, allergy and burn injuries..

Research and clinical studies suggests aloe vera plant uses for skin care and for curing related ailments such as wound, minor burns, cysts and skin allergic infection. Aloe vera is used by most of the women as various cremes and lotions. It acts as a natural moisturizer and prevents dryness of the skin. Even men have found it effective in using aloe vera as after shave lotion. It works as antiseptic and heals minor cuts and damage caused during shaving.

Another use of aloe vera is for the treatment of stretch marks during and after pregnancy in women. There are several stretch mark creams that contain aloe vera as base and is effective for minimizing stretch marks. It provides moisture to the skin and prevents the stretching and tearing of the skin. Moreover aloe has a rich source of vitamin C and E, which is considered good for healthy looking skin. Regular use of aloe vera or its supplements can delay signs of aging and gives youthful looking skin.