Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera Is a fleshy succulent plant and both the translucent inner pulp  and the yellow resinous exudate gathered by wounding the plant are used externally to treat a number of skin irritations.  It has antiseptic and antibiotic properties which make it highly valuable in treating cuts and abrasions.  It has also been commonly used to treat first and second degree burns, as well as sunburns and eczema.

Aloe Vera juice is often taken internally for a variety of ailments and as a laxative.