Aloe vera is nothing new: the plant has been used by many cultures throughout history to address a myriad of beauty-related issues, thanks to its natural antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. This is why aloe vera is commonly used to treat burns and skin irritations.
It is also the reason why aloe vera can be beneficial for soothing your scalp.

 

Aloe vera is also rich in vitamins, minerals, and fatty acids, all of which can help improve the health of your hair. Here is an overview of all the benefits of aloe vera for your hair:

It helps soothe irritation

The anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and healing properties of aloe vera can all help improve seborrheic dermatitis.

Thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties, aloe vera helps reduce a wide range of symptoms, such as itching, dry scalp, and irritation.

 

It has moisturizing properties

Aloe vera can help moisturize your hair and scalp, which is valuable for a few key reasons. First, a hydrated scalp is a balanced scalp, which is imperative if you want to avoid flaking and irritation. Second, hydrated hair tends to be smoother and shinier, and is less prone to breakage and split ends.

 

It has cleansing properties

Do you have an oily scalp? Because of its jelly-like texture in its raw state, aloe vera acts as a gentle cleansing agent. 

 

Does aloe vera promote hair growth?

It's not that simple. There are no studies proving that aloe vera helps hair grow thicker and faster, but there are many personal anecdotes and claims based on traditional use; studies have shown the beneficial effects of aloe vera on the skin, and it is possible that aloe vera could promote hair growth by treating and calming scalp inflammation.

How do I use aloe vera on my hair?

So, how exactly do you apply aloe vera? You can squeeze the gel directly from the leaf of an aloe vera plant (FYI: you can buy aloe leaves at most organic grocery stores or even online) and apply it directly to your hair and scalp.