Evidence supporting the use of: Aloe
For the health condition: Age Spots

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Aloe vera has been traditionally used for a wide range of skin ailments, including age spots (also known as liver spots or solar lentigines). In folk medicine, Aloe vera gel is applied topically with the belief that its soothing, moisturizing, and regenerative properties help reduce the appearance of pigmented spots on the skin. The traditional rationale is based on Aloe's purported ability to promote skin healing and regeneration, as well as anecdotal reports of skin lightening after regular use.

However, scientific evidence directly supporting the use of Aloe vera for treating or fading age spots is limited. Some laboratory studies have explored Aloe's potential to inhibit tyrosinase, an enzyme involved in melanin production, and a few small human studies suggest modest benefits in skin hyperpigmentation when used in combination with other agents. The main active compound, aloesin, has demonstrated some capacity to inhibit melanin formation in vitro, but robust clinical trials in humans are lacking.

Overall, the use of Aloe vera for age spots is primarily justified by its longstanding traditional use and its general benefits for skin health, rather than strong scientific validation. The evidence rating for its efficacy in this specific condition is low.

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