Benefits of aloe vera for children

Benefits of aloe vera for children

Aloe vera is one of the most widely used medicinal plants in the world due to its excellent properties and health benefits. In this article, we focus on the benefits and applications of aloe vera for children; providing useful tips to ensure its effectiveness and safety.

However, it should be noted that the use of aloe vera in children requires additional precautions due to their delicate skin and developing immune system. You should remember that special care should be taken when applying any product to children’s skin.

Properties of aloe vera

The most important part of aloe vera is its leaves, which contain water, nutrients and a fatty liquid or gel, and is considered an authentic treasure because of its many properties.

Some of the active components of this gel are of particular interest, such as vitamins, amino acids, minerals (calcium, copper, selenium and zinc, among others), fatty acids, enzymes and polysaccharides. All these active ingredients together provide the properties detailed below:

  • Antiseptic and antibacterial: Ideal for treating skin conditions and burns.
  • Moisturising: Suitable for all skin types, especially dry and sensitive skin.
  • Anti-inflammatory: A soothing action and analgesic effect that helps relieve pain and inflammation of the skin.
  • Healing and regenerating: Restores the skin to its natural state after an injury. This is due to the production of collagen and formation of new blood vessels.

Benefits of aloe vera for children

As we all know, children tend to have highly sensitive and irritable skin; however, aloe vera has many benefits for them. The plant acts as a cell regenerator, so it soothes and calms any skin irregularities that may arise. Below, we explain its many advantages so you can get to know them in detail.

Moisturises the skin

Using aloe vera on children helps to keep their skin moisturised and clean, as this plant contains a large amount of water and moisturising components. Thanks to its emollient effect, it helps prevent dryness and retains moisture on the skin surface. Its high moisturising power ensures your child's skin is in perfect condition.

Prevents skin lesions

According to a study carried out in 2011 by the Head of the Dermatology Section at Sant Joan de Déu Hospital, aloe vera plays a fundamental role in the prevention and treatment of nappy rash. This study has yielded promising results in evaluating the beneficial effects of this plant, so we recommend the use of aloe vera for nappy rash. We also note that this natural remedy is also useful in treating other skin lesions or disorders, such as neonatal pustular melanosis and pruritus.

We would therefore also like to point out the benefits of aloe vera for atopic skin, which is, unfortunately, very common in children. In addition to causing various skin lesions, it causes itching or burning, which is very uncomfortable for children.

Accelerates wound healing

Another benefit of aloe vera is in wound healing and helping to treat various skin conditions, such as abrasions. In fact, due to its high healing capacity, the plant stimulates cell regeneration faster than other products, which is why the use of aloe vera for rashes is a very effective solution.

Tips for using aloe vera in children

After discussing all its benefits, it is time to turn our attention to the method of using aloe vera on children. First of all, it must be stressed that every child is different and while some may have adverse reactions to its application, others may not.

So, before using aloe vera on your child, we recommend you consult your paediatrician to ensure that the product you are using is safe and appropriate for your child.

Additionally, you should be aware that this plant is available for topical use only and excessive use should be avoided as it can cause skin irritation.

You should always test it first, very carefully and under supervision, to make sure it does not cause an allergic reaction. So, you should not apply this plant to large areas of your child's skin. We suggest you test it first on a small area of skin to see if any type of reaction occurs. If it does, you should stop using it immediately and consult your paediatrician.

Another important tip is to opt for quality products for sensitive skin only. This way, you can rest assured that the product is especially formulated for the delicate skin of children. It is also important not to use products that contain alcohol, fragrances or any compound that may be irritating or harmful to your child.

So you don't have to waste time choosing the right product; to make it easier for you, we would like to recommend our Aloe Vera and Honey Body Milk. This is a moisturising body lotion that is specially developed for the most sensitive skin and provides an immediate sensation of freshness. You can apply it to your little ones every day and all over their body.

It is ideal for treating redness and skin irritation due to its blend of different active ingredients. These include olive oil, aloe vera, lavender, honey, shea butter, apricot kernel and even sweet almond oil, all of which moisturise and soothe the skin.

Having read this article, we hope the information provided has been useful in reassuring you of the benefits of aloe vera for children, as long as it is used correctly and cautiously. If you want your little one's skin to be in perfect condition, remember that aloe vera is a natural, gentle option with great soothing, moisturising and healing powers.

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