Early civilizations particularly the Egyptians and the Greeks have used this plant a member of the succulent family for medicines and for beauty. Many illnesses were cured by aloe vera, thus Growing Aloe Vera in our homes is very important. One such famous ancient personality was Cleopatra who used aloe to keep her mythical beauty.
In the contemporary era, aloe vera has been extensively used in medicine and cosmetics. It can be a topical cream or can be ingested as supplements either as gels and juices. The hair and skin products had wide applications of aloe vera. From constipation to cancer, Aloe Vera 
has been utilized as a part of the cure or remedy, hence it has been considered as the wonder plant.
When an aloe vera is cut, from its leaves organic fluids can be harvested which can be used for a variety of purposes. The yellow green sap of the aloe vera is secreted when the green part of the leaf is wounded. The sap has the organic compound known as Aloin. The other aloe fluid is clear and gel-like. It is used to sooth the skin. It is widely-recognized to possessed medicinal properties. Research has been done to validate these beneficial properties this includes skin and hair generation. Some of these studies are in the preliminary stages; further clinical studies must first be conducted to further certify the benefits of the aloe vera.
Properties
Aloe latex has been found to have laxative compounds. The latex also has anthroquinone glycolosides used for purgative benefits. Further studies have to be made to determine its potentials in treating constipation. Aloe vera has been used since the olden times to treat injuries, epidermal infections, burns and other skin disorders. However further studies have debunk the claim that it prevents radiation therapy burns. It also slows down the regenerative process of surgical wounds.
Uses
An indigenous herbal remedy for wounds and other epidermal disorders, It was also used as an ancient therapy for sunburns. Aloe vera has also been used for diabetes, epilepsy and asthma. As a skin and hair care product, aloe vera has been used as an essential ingredient. The Food and Drug Administration or FDA has certified its inclusion as a natural food flavoring. Here are some researches about the uses of aloe vera.
Seborrheic Dermatities can be treated by aloe vera. This skin disorder is the cause of dandruff that makes our scalp itchy and scaly and contributes to the production of flakes. Application of aloe vera can help moisturize the scalp and ease out the fungi which caused the disorder.
Constipation is another digestive disorder which can be remedied by taking dried aloe vera latex.
Some research on genital herpes has seen the use of aloe vera in treating this condition among males though more studies is needed. Extracts in hydrophilic cream has been found to be a potential remedy.
Scientific studies are still needed to certify the claims that aloe vera can reduce skin dryness as initial studies have raised skepticism because of their research quality.