Having any skin condition can be frustrating. Trying to find something that actually helps treat it without further damaging skin can be irritating. Some products claim to be gentle, but as soon as they come into contact with our skin, they leave it feeling dry and irritated. Others even seem to further worsen skin conditions, and some may seem to…

Aloe vera is also known as aloe barbadensis. The aloe we now use on skincare comes from the aloe vera plant, one of the members belonging to the cactus family. Aloe vera thrives in dry climate, like many other cacti and succulents. When broken open, the spiny, pointed leaves secrete a clear gel, which can be applied directly onto the…