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Use Aloe Vera as an Aftershave

By Chris Marshall
May 7, 2009
There are many wonderful uses for the aloe vera plant, and it can be used for everything from headaches, scratches and sores, to fatigue, constipation and weight loss. You can even use aloe vera as an aftershave, which is ideal for a number of different reasons. Using aloe vera as an aftershave is a great idea because it is so gentle and soothing on the skin.

Unlike the more commercial products that are available on the market today, aloe vera as an aftershave is very calming and easy on the skin, and is not overly harsh and will not irritate even the most sensitive of skin.

If you are interested in using aloe vera as an aftershave, there are a few options in particular that you should be considering. One is the Mineral Line After Shave Gel with Aloe Vera. This is an after shave gel with is rich in minerals from the Dead Sea with added aloe vera extracts. It is all natural and can be used daily after shaving, and is suitable for all skin types.

The Thayers Witch Hazel After Shave with Aloe Vera is another ideal option here, and it helps to soothe and soften the skin after shaving. Witch hazel is known for being the best astringent in the world, and when combined with aloe vera it works to create an amazing, non-irritating after shave product. It heals the skin after shaving and then leaves it feeling soft and smooth.

Another great aloe vera after shave product is the Anthony Logistics for Men astringent after shave. It is a very mild astringent that cleans and soothes the skin, and contains soothing witch hazel, healing aloe vera, antiseptic camphor, and moisturizing vitamin B5.

You can also make your own aloe vera as after shave if you would like, and this method is very simple. You will just need to buy your own aloe vera plant, but you want to make sure that the plant is at least two to five years old before you attempt taking juice from it. This way the plant will be fully grown and healthy and will offer the most juice.

You can usually find aloe vera plants at nurseries and garden centres but there are also many speciality stores and companies located around the world that focus on alternative medicine and who should have a decent selection of aloe vera plants as well for you to choose from.
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