Aloe vera is a thick, short-stemmed plant that stores water in its leaves. It is widely used in the cosmetic, pharmaceutical and food industries, The Aloe vera plant has been known and used for centuries for its health, beauty, medicinal and skin care properties. The gel contains most of the bioactive compounds in the plant, including vitamins, minerals, amino acids and antioxidants. The name Aloe vera derives from the Arabic word “Alloeh” meaning “shining bitter substance,” while “vera” in Latin means “true.” Aloe vera is generally cultivated for food, cosmetics and medicinal uses. The extracts are used to formulate aloe vera based products such as powders, gels, capsules, drinks and concentrates. Aloe vera is known to alleviate skin related
ailments, cardiovascular diseases, weight loss and many more.