Q: I have recently started using Aloe Vera gel for mosquito bites. It stops the itch immediately. I was desperate because I had multiple bits on my legs. There is no odor or color. If I understand correctly, Aloe Vera is actually good for your skin.
A: Aloe Vera has long history of medicinal use, going back as far as ancient Egypt. The clear gel from the center of the leaf has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and may protect the skin (Phytomedicine, June 20, 2019). Scientists have studied it as a complementary treatment to help heal wounds and prevent skin ulcers (Iranian Journal of Medical Sciences, January 2019). We haven’t seen any research on its benefits against mosquito bites, though. Perhaps if others try it, they will report on how well it works for them.
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