5 Aloe Vera Hacks to brighten up your Summer

Summer is in full swing, and the days are long. This means days full of sun, and days full of sun often mean sun burns. When you’re reaching for the aloe to soothe your skin, keep in mind these genius aloe vera hacks that will improve your life! From luscious locks to super soft skin, aloe is sure to become a staple in your grocery list and in your day to day routine.

Smooth Stubborn Skin

Acne? Dryness? Skin begging for nutrients? Aloe vera is the answer to all those questions! Providing an array of nutrients and instant moisturizing properties, apply aloe generously to any problem areas and see nearly immediate results. Use over time will compound improvements, and provide a healthy, subtle glow.

For extra stubborn dry areas, such as the heels of your feet, try making a scrub using aloe and sugar to remove dead skin, and applying the gel after rinsing.

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Show That Burn Who’s Boss

Everyone knows aloe vera can soothe burnt skin, but have you considered how to make it go the extra mile? Simply place fresh aloe or store bought aloe vera gel into an ice cube tray, and freeze over night. When an inevitable burn takes place, simply pop out a cube, and allow to melt onto the affected area. The coolness will add to the soothing sensation. This also works fantastic with bug bites!

For Soft Sensual Hair

Aloe can provide multiple benefits to hair, from conditioning to preventing frizz. To use as a hair mask, simply remove the gel and juice from an aloe leaf and apply from root to ends of hair. Leave from half an hour up to over night. Rinse to reveal hydrated tresses. Aloe has also been said to have dandruff fighting properties, so if you find yourself with frustrating flakes, a little aloe vera gel can be the solution to your problems.

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Curls and Coils

For curly girls, aloe can be used to define and provide bounce to tired hair. Whip together aloe with equal parts of a moisturizing base, like shea or mango butter, and apply to hair as you would any curl cream. For added nutrients and hold, add a bit of your favorite oils, such as olive, coconut, or even a few drops of essential oils like lavender and ylang ylang. Say hello to defined, shiny curls!

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Take Your Make Up to the Next Level

Looking for a natural way to set those brows into place? Look no further than aloe vera! Simply brush through brows with a small amount of aloe vera gel and allow to dry. The result is pruned brows that won’t budge! Similarly, you can use aloe as a primer, moisturizing your skin prior to make up and also enriching it with nutrients while simultaneously preventing acne and promoting even skin.