Different Kinds of Aloe Gel

Aloe is a medicinal plant. A clear gel from the succulent leaves of the aloe vera plant has been used topically to treat skin problems for thousands of years, according to the Mayo Clinic. Aloe gel can be used as a stand-alone product or blended into a gel or cream that will alleviate physical pain. Aloe gel is typically safe to digest, and may often be found in other foods or products that are common household items.

Skin

• The main use for aloe is instant relief from skin burns and irritations. When applied to skin, aloe gel will cool a damaged area within seconds.

Ingestible Aloe Gel

• There are many benefits to ingesting specific types of aloe gel, which should be labeled as such. Heartburn, sinuses, kidney ailments and laxative benefits may all be helped by mixing aloe gel with juice or water. However, do not ingest aloe gel if the warning label on the bottle advises against it.

Hair

• Aloe gels have the same consistency as most hair gels, and can be used for the same purpose. Though aloe gels may not freeze hair as hard as hair gels, it is a safe and healthy gel for styling.

Kids' Aloe

• Aloe gels for kids is similar to other aloe vera products, but is intended for minor burns and irritations. A popular gel for kids is Boo-Boo Burn Relief gel.

Sunscreen

• Aloe vera may also be mixed into a sunscreen. While this is technically a cream, the same properties of aloe are found in it.