Why is Aloe Vera Used in Cosmetics and Personal Care Products?

First, the personal care and cosmetic industry is the second largest industry in the world ...the first being the food industry.  With so much competition in this industry, only the most versatile and efficacious products can survive.

In an industry where the competition is so sharp and the brands are so many, expensive treatments battle for their place in line to address human skin health.  And though the number of men interested in skin health is increasing ...still 90% of the personal care and cosmetic industry belong to women. And women know only too well that they are constantly being targeted by the product producers, mostly water based, that promote benefits and yet accomplish nothing.

Read the label.  The first ingredient listed is what makes the balk of the product.  And usually most of the personal care and cosmetic products list water as the first ingredient ...read the label!

In this industry, since Aloe Vera products use Aloe instead of water as the base, and since properly formulated organic Aloe Vera products are pharmaceutical grade ...these Aloe Vera products can provide what is termed and referred to as prescriptive skin care for it's users.

Aloe Vera personal care and cosmetic products usually have a long standing association with the American Society of Cosmetic Chemists and their uses for such treatments as dermabrasion and such conditions as acne and many skin disorders have shown that Aloe Vera has been praised for providing the ideal combination of therapeutic treatments that is renown for its beneficial effects.

When it comes down to push and shove ...the cosmetic potentials for Aloe Vera are in direct proportion to the ethics and the integrity of the companies that provide the stabilized organic Aloe Vera based products.

A reputable Aloe Vera product will clear up the chronic condition of Acne Valgaris.  This condition can be cleared with six weeks of routine use.

Psoriasis, an inflammatory skin disease of unknown origin that seems to affect people systemically in the form of unsightly skin blemishes  ...although to date no cure has been found ...a treatment with properly stabilized organic Aloe Vera Gel along with diet changes and vitamins have helped work to great success.

Using a stabilized organic Aloe Vera treatment, one will find its ability to improve the collagen formulation of helping the skin rebuild both the epidermal thickness and elasticity than any other treatment to the skin ...making the skin brighter and greater clarity ...improving the overall tone of the skin ...giving the skin color more uniformity ...a softening and imporvement to the smoothness of the skin ...the skin appears moister over a longer period ...significant improvement in elasticity of about 30% ...the oil on the surface is decreased.

So, as you can see, the Aloe Vera based personal care and cosmetic products have a remarkable advantage over the mass produced water based products.

Be sure to read the label!!

Organic Aloe Vera and the skin ...Part III

With the skin being the largest organ of the body, it stands to reason that the skin, will, without a doubt, have many conditions to which you will have to deal with on a consistent daily basis.

Many of these skin disorders can be linked to the all to common "nutritional based disorders," as well as industrial pollution and the environment.

As you already know, many of the skin disorders affect the face in particular. These include acne, rashes, allergies and infection.

Lets not forget, some skin problems reflect your over all health. For example, remember that last bout of cold sores on your face, caused by infection with the virus that causes herpes simplex? And let not leave out the case of eczema. Both of these conditions reflect your general health ...a weakened immune system caused by access stress.

Remarkably, in a series of test conducted, stabilized Organic Aloe Vera gel proved 100% virucidal against herpes simplex virus in a span of seventy-two hours.

Other kinds of mild dermatitis also commonly occur on the face. (literally, inflammation of the skin).

Pimples, whiteheads, and blackheads on the cheeks, chin, and forehead are characteristic of acne.

Early treatment is important, especially to prevent permanent scarring.

The skin disorder of acne is well known in the teenage years ...often because of diet and hormonal changes ...again, a nutritional based disorder.

Let me share a little secret with you. If you're being treated for acne, remember, the skin takes more than a month to regenerate, so you may not see the improvements for about four-eight weeks. Be patient ...give it time to work.

A painful rash, can be caused by shingles, an infection of the nerves supplying the skin. The shingles infection is brought on by the herpes virus (the same virus that causes chickenpox). The virus may lie dormant for years before emerging when your immune system is weakened and your resistance to disease is low.

Many skin changes occur as part of the aging process. Your lifestyle habits have a lot to do with these age-related effects.

Here's the thing, it's important to be able to identify any abnormal changes in your skin that could indicate a health problem.

Some skin changes that occur with age. In addition to the loss of skin elasticity with age, patchy darkening of the skin often develop (age spots). Purple-brownish spots or patches (known as senile purpura) are also common, especially among middle-aged older women. They are caused by fragile blood vessels bleeding under the skin.

Here's what you need to know, when dealing with skin problems ...jump on the Organic Aloe Vera. Get it, both in you...and on you.

With that said, the recommendation stands. Drink plenty of clean, fresh, filtered water with two-four ounces of the "best tasting aloe vera" every day.

As always...know you supplier!!

Organic Aloe Vera and the skin ...Part II

In the first article about "Aloe Vera and the Skin", I mentioned the skins function, conditions with the environment and some of the many reactions effecting the skin, including allergies.

Your skin has many tell tale signs of a disorder and can be easily revealed simply by looking in the mirror.

The reflection of your face can often times reveal facts about your skin, your over all health and the presence of different diseases than any other part of your body.

In most cases, it can reflect a general problem, such as, deficiencies in your nutritional state and the effects of stress, aging, certain skin disorders, allergic reactions and the damaging habits of tobacco and of excessive alcohol consumption.

Be aware and watch for changes that affect the color of your face, including the lips and the whites of the eyes. Look for any redness, yellowing, bluish shade, paleness or darkening should also be noted.

Believe it or not, even the shape or size of your face may also indicate a skin health problem.

For example, a reddish characteristic butter-fly shaped rash could be the serious inflammatory condition that affects the body's connective tissue commonly known as Lupus erythematosus ...this condition may be helped with properly stabilized Organic Aloe Vera.

Paleness is one of the most common changes in skin color. It may be the sign of anemia caused by iron deficiency, the loss of blood or many other conditions ...even shock.

A bluish hue to the lips can indicate a serious lung or heart condition known as, cyanosis.

And let's not forget the sun. Although the sun is needed for personal health, to much sun over a prolong period of time causes the collagen and the elastic fibers to break down your skin, especially sun exposed areas like you face ...properly stabilized Organic Aloe Vera can help again.

And while we're at it, let's not forget ...aging of the skin.

Your diet, your lifestyle, your habits such as smoking, drinking alcohol and your exposure to the sun, can all accelerate these age related effects...and don't forget about your sleep habit. You need adequate rest for the body to regenerate.

When it comes to Organic Aloe Vera... I always say..."get it in you or get it on you"... especially with the children, because they love to drink the "best tasting aloe vera".

Therefore, I recommend drinking plenty of clean, fresh, filtered water with two-four ounces of Organic Aloe Vera every day.

If you have a skin condition...use the creme, gel or the lotion...get it on you.

Of course, know your supplier!!