Instead of using water for my lye solution in my soaps, I use Distilled Aloe Vera Juice!

Aloe Vera has been used for countless centuries by many civilizations, and a score of historic figures you may recognize such as Alexander the Great, Cleopatra, King Solomon and others.

Alexander the Great conquered an island full of aloe plants for the use of his armies to treat wounds inflicted in battle.

Cleopatra used aloe vera to keep her skin smooth and supple along with Goat’s Milk.

Texts referencing the use of aloe plants go back 3,500 years. Indeed, in 1852 an Egyptian papyrus mentioning the use of aloe vera was discovered. The papyrus was dated to 1550 B.C. / BCE.

Native American healers used aloe vera for medicinal purposes, as have Japanese, Chinese, Romans and ancient Greek physicians.

Often referred to as the “First Aid Plant,” aloe vera continues to be studied in the United States, Great Britain and other countries by renowned researchers.

Physicians have long considered aloe vera to be a natural emollient and antiseptic. The anti-inflammation properties of aloe vera are well-documented.

No doubt you have already used aloe vera to treat minor skin burns, cuts, and rashes.

Some of the minerals found in aloe vera include calcium, sodium, iron, potassium, chromium, magnesium, manganese, copper, and zinc. Aloe Vera Gel includes Vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, B12, C and E, Folic Acid and Niacin.


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