How To Treat Burns Using Aloe Vera

This article explains about how to use aloe vera for treating burns. Check it out.

By Shabana

Saturday, June 24, 2017, 12:48

Accidents are a part of everyday life. But what do you usually do when you suffer from an accidental burn on the skin?

Reach out to a doctor-prescribed medication? Although it may give you relief for some time, it may not have the ability to stop the burning sensation completely.

If you want relief from the burn instantly, the extract of aloe vera can be used.

Aloe Vera is a magical plant, which has been used for thousands of years to treat all types of skin problems, including treatment of burns. Its moisturizing and healing powers can accelerate the healing process of a wounded skin area.

Aloe gel, which is the central part of the plant, is used in many commercially available lotions and creams because it contains active compounds that reduce pain and inflammation and stimulate skin growth and repair.

Aloe gel also contains substances known as glycoproteins and polysaccharides. Glycoproteins speed the healing process by stopping pain and inflammation, while polysaccharides stimulate skin growth and repair. However, aloe vera should never be used on an open wound.

In this article, you will know about different ways of using aloe vera safely, so that you derive the maximum benefit out of it.

1) Application Of Aloe Pulp:

Aloe vera can be used for minor burns to relieve the pain and moisturize the area.

Ingredients:
- 1 freshly cut leaf of aloe vera

Method:
1) Cut the aloe leaf horizontally using a clean knife and extract the pulp.
2) Apply this pulp to the affected area for instant relief.
3) Massage the gel and let it sit for 5-6 minutes.
4) Wipe off with a damp cloth.

2) Aloe Vera Lotion:

This aloe vera lotion also contains avocado and is super effective on burns.

Ingredients:
- 1 avocado
- 1 aloe vera leaf
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil

Method:
1) Cut the avocado and scoop out the pulp.
2) Extract the pulp from the aloe vera plant.
3) Mix both the ingredients in a bowl and add the olive oil.
4) Use the required quantity on the affected area and store the rest in the refrigerator in an air-tight container for later use.

3) Home-made Aloe Vera Gel:

This easy-to-make aloe vera gel is very versatile and can be used for beauty benefits too. Keep a jar of this at home and you will be sorted through most of your skin problems.

Ingredients:
- 1 leaf of aloe vera plant
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon of wheat-germ oil

Method:
1) Cut the aloe vera leaf and extract the pulp.
2) Collect this pulp in a bowl and add the lemon juice and wheat-germ oil.
3) Whisk the mixture in a mixer till it attains a medium consistency.
4) Apply it to the affected area.
5) Pour the remaining gel in a sterilized air-tight glass jar and store in the refrigerator.

4) Aloe Vera Ice Cubes:

The combination of aloe vera and ice will give you an instant relief from the burns.

Ingredients:
- 1 aloe vera leaf
- Some water
- Ice tray

Method:
1) Cut the aloe leaf and extract the pulp.
2) Blend the pulp and water in a blender.
3) Freeze the mixture in an ice cube tray and use on the wound.

Remember to wrap the ice cube with a cloth before applying to the skin, so as to reduce direct contact.

Using these remedies will give you relief from your burns. Also, aloe vera will help reduce the burn marks too. Although, it is effective in treating minor or first-degree burns, it is advisable to take help from a registered medical practitioner in case of second-degree burns or serious skin injury.