A succulent that grows in tropical, subtropical and arid environments, the aloe vera plant has been used for thousands of years to soothe sunburns and bug bites, to moisturize dry skin and treat cuts.

Choose a healthy, mature aloe vera plant. The leaves should be thick and green. Using a sharp knife, cut off a few leaves close to the base of the plant. For a small batch of gel, 2-3 leaves should be ...

The goodness of aloe vera needs no separate introduction. It is widely grown in our gardens and has been a part of our traditional medical practice for ages. Also called Ghritakumari (in Hindi), it ...