Making aloe vera gel at home is a cheap and easy way to use this plant for skincare. A easy guide to making aloe vera gel at home:
1. Materials Needed
– Fresh aloe vera leaf– Clean knife– Blender or food processor– Clean container for storage
2. Selecting the Aloe Vera Leaf
Choose a healthy, mature aloe vera leaf from your plant or buy one from a trusted source.
3. Preparing the Leaf
To remove dirt, properly wash the aloe vera leaf under running water.
Dry the leaf with a clean towel.
4. Extracting the Gel
On a chopping board, carefully cut the leaf's serrated edges and thorns with a sharp knife.
Create a flat leaf base by trimming the bottom.
The inner gel is revealed by cutting the leaf lengthwise.
5. Scraping the Gel
Carefully remove the leaf gel using a spoon. Put the gel in a clean container.
6. Blending (Optional)
Blend the extracted gel in a blender or food processor to smooth it out.
7. Storing the Gel
Put freshly extracted or blended aloe vera gel in a clean, airtight container.
Refrigerate gel to extend its shelf life and freshness.