Evidence supporting the use of: Aloe vera
For the health condition: Sunburn

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 4

Aloe vera is widely recognized for its use in treating sunburn, and this practice is supported by both traditional use and scientific evidence. Historically, aloe vera gel has been used for centuries in various cultures to soothe skin irritations and burns, including sunburn. Modern research validates these traditional uses: multiple studies have demonstrated that aloe vera gel can accelerate healing of first- and second-degree burns, reduce inflammation, and improve skin hydration.

The effectiveness of aloe vera for sunburn relief is attributed to several bioactive compounds, such as polysaccharides, glycoproteins, vitamins, and minerals, which possess anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and wound-healing properties. A 2007 systematic review published in the journal Burns concluded that aloe vera may reduce healing time for minor burns compared to conventional treatments. Additionally, studies have shown that aloe vera can decrease redness and prevent peeling in sunburned skin.

However, while the evidence is generally positive, the quality and size of clinical trials vary, and some studies show only modest benefits. Overall, the consensus is that aloe vera is a safe and effective supportive treatment for mild sunburn, offering soothing and moisturizing effects and potentially speeding recovery.

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Abdominal Pain
Abrasions
Abscesses
Acid Indigestion
Acne
Age Spots
Anal Fistula or Fissure
Arthritis
Athlete's Foot
Bites and Stings
Bleeding (external)
Blisters
Boils
Burns and Scalds
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects)
Canker Sores
Carbuncles
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Chicken Pox
Cold Sores
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Colic (adults)
Colitis
Colon (atonic)
Colon (spastic)
Congestion (bronchial)
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Conjunctivitis
Constipation (adults)
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Convalescence
Corns
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Cradle Cap
Crohn's Disease
Cuts
Cysts
Dandruff
Denture Sores
Dermatitis
Diabetes
Diaper Rash
Digestion (poor)
Duodenal Ulcers
Dysentery
Dyspepsia
Eczema
Enteritis
Fever
Foot Odor
Fungal Infections
Gastritis
Gingivitis
Halitosis
Hemorrhoids
Herpes
Hiatal Hernia
Indigestion
Inflammation
Inflammatory Bowel Disorders
Injuries
Interstitial Cystitis
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itching
Itching (rectal)
Itching Ears
Jaundice (adults)
Jock Itch
Laryngitis
Leaky Gut Syndrome
Leprosy
Lesions
Liver Detoxification
Menopause
Oral Surgery
Overacidity
Poison Ivy or Oak
Psoriasis
Rashes and Hives
Rosacea
Scabies
Scars / Scar Tissue
Scratches and Abrasions
Seborrhea
Shingles
Skin (dry and/or flaky)
Skin (infections)
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Skin Care (general)
Slivers
Sore or Geographic Tongue
Sore Throat
Staph Infections
Stretch Marks
Stye
Sunburn
Surgery (healing from)
Thrush
Tickle in Throat
Tonsillitis
Tooth Extraction
Toothache
Ulcerations (external)
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Urinary Tract Infections
Urination (burning or painful)
Urine (scant)
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