Extra Credit- Herbs, Botanicles (Aloe Vera)

Aloe Vera was originally discovered in Northern Africa and has always been considered as a healer plant in many countries.  Even in todays society, it is used in various skin products and herbal medicines.  Aloe Vera are widely used in the cosmetics and alternative medicine industries, being marketed as variously having rejuvenating, healing or soothing properties. This plant is very easy to grow and maintain because it can live under harsh and dry conditions.  Aloe Vera is said to soothe and relax the skin, it is used for burns or any other skin irritations.  It is also viewed as a herbal medicine that can be consumed as also a soother to the body. Aloe Vera is a soothing plant overall to the individual and is quite useful for various purposes.