Make-up Remover With Aloe Vera

Aloe vera gel is an ingredient that contains many benefits for our skin. In addition, its texture is perfect to use as an ally for facial care.

Aloe vera is a medicinal plant that contains many nutritional benefits.

Each part is used for different things and has internal and external applications.

Aloe vera contains more than 200 active compounds among which are vitamins, enzymes, minerals, fatty acids and amino acids.

The larger part of the stem contains a gelatinous substance that is 99% water.

The benefits of aloe vera

• Rich in vitamins and minerals: it contains vitamins A, C, E, folic acid, choline, B1, B2, B3, B6. It is one of the few plants that contains vitamin B12.
• It is beneficial for the immune system because it improves the functioning of white blood cells, which fight various diseases.
• It has detoxifying properties and promotes bowel function when eliminating waste.
• Aloe vera provides us with up to 20 minerals, among which are calcium, iron and magnesium.
• It contains between 18 and 20 amino acids. These are the building blocks of proteins.
• It promotes weight loss because it improves natural digestion by making it faster and less troublesome.
• Thanks to its alkaline compounds, it allows us to balance the acidic levels in our body.
• Applied to the skin, it reduces pain, irritation and ulcerations.
• It is good for the heart and the circulatory system, it oxygenates the blood and lowers cholesterol.
• Thanks to its regulatory properties, it reduces problems related to digestion.
• It contains amino acids and fatty acids which reduce the level of fat in the blood.

Aloe vera has many properties that can be used in many aspects of your health.

However, we will focus below on its use as a facial makeup remover.

The properties of aloe vera

Most of its properties are found in the gelatinous pulp of aloe vera:

• It has regenerating, antiseptic and healing power. This allows us to obtain nutritional and curative benefits.
• It is very good for irritations, sunburns and rashes because it removes dead cells and helps to recover the layers of the skin.
• It is effective against all types of injuries, both internal and external. In addition, it reduces the scars left by acne.
• It is rejuvenating, increases the production of fibroblast cells which are in the skin and which form collagen.
• It is soothing and anti-inflammatory.
• Thanks to its great penetrating capacity (epidermis, dermis and hypodermis), it is ideal for all skin types, especially those suffering from dryness or irritation.
• It unclogs pores and eliminates fat, which is why aloe vera is indicated for acne-prone skin.
• It fights flaccidity, spots on the skin and wrinkles.
• Finally, it absorbs toxic elements derived from materials such as PVC, paints, varnishes, etc.

The benefits of aloe vera masks

• Help remove dead skin cells
• Tones the skin
• Are great for people with dry skin
• Bring softness to the face thanks to its natural moisturizers
• Keep the face healthy with a natural shine

How to remove makeup with aloe vera?

After you’ve spent all day in makeup, the skin needs you to pamper it. She needs a wash that refreshes her, which is why you need a makeup remover.

• You can prepare and apply makeup removers with aloe vera or containing aloe vera, which will make your skin look great.
• You can also prepare wet cleansing towels with aloe vera

1. Natural make-up remover with aloe vera and olive oil

Olive oil, as it is oily, is an ideal makeup remover for removing makeup from the eyes (even eyelashes).

Plus, it’s a great moisturizer. It has regenerative properties, increases collagen production and delays the appearance of wrinkles and expression lines.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of aloe vera gel (30 g)
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil (16 g)

Utensils

• 1 cotton disc

Preparation

• Place the two ingredients in a container then mix well.
• Moisten the cotton pad with this mixture then apply it to the eyes.
• Remove makeup without rubbing.
• On complicated areas like the eyelashes, use an extra cotton pad to remove it.

2. Make-up remover with aloe vera, oil and honey

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup of aloe vera gel (50 g)
• 1/4 cup honey (84 g)
• 1 tablespoon of oil of your choice (extra virgin olive, jojoba, almonds, avocado, apricot, argan or coconut) (15 g)

Utensils

• Airtight container to store makeup remover

Preparation

• Combine aloe vera gel, oil and honey until you get a homogeneous mixture
• Store makeup remover at room temperature for up to several months
• To use it, take it out with a spoon, rub it on your face and then let it sit for a few minutes.
• Finally, cleanse the face with a damp towel

3. Prepare make-up removing compresses with aloe vera

These compresses only contain aloe vera oil and gel.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup high quality oil (extra virgin olive, almonds, avocado, apricot, argan, coconut, jojoba) (100 g)
• 1 1/2 cup of aloe vera juice (300 g)

Utensils

• A 400 ml bottle or jar (2 glasses), with a tight-fitting cap
• A pack of cotton facial compresses

Preparation

• Pour the oil and aloe vera juice into a container.
• You can use a glass bottle or a plastic bottle.
• Then shake the container of aloe vera juice and oil vigorously for several seconds.
• Store the mixture in the refrigerator when not in use.

Application

• Apply the mixture to a compress and then pass it on all the areas you want to remove.
• Moisten another compress to completely remove your makeup and then remove the remnants of the cleanser.
• Remember to always shake the mixture well before using it on the compresses.

4. Facial cleanser or natural makeup remover with aloe vera and almond oil

We can use the gel extracted directly from our aloe vera plant for same day use or choose to buy commercial gel, which we can keep longer.

Ingredients

• 5 tablespoons of aloe vera (commercial or homemade) (75 g)
• 1 tablespoon of almond oil (15 g)
• 1 tablespoon of natural liquid soap (10 ml)

Preparation

• Mix the ingredients well with the spoon.
• Moisten the face with lukewarm water, making small circular massages to open the pores.
• Dry gently.
• Then apply the aloe vera mixture to the face, neck and décolleté using a piece of cotton.
• Remove it with lukewarm water.
• Finally, apply your usual moisturizer.

5. Homemade scrub with aloe vera and baking soda

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons of aloe vera gel (45 g)
• 1 tablespoon of baking soda (5 g)

Preparation

• In a bowl, add the aloe vera gel and baking soda then mix well until you get a paste.
• Then apply it in gentle circular massages on the face, neck and décolleté.
• Repeat the application once or twice a week, depending on the appearance of your skin.