Whenever the topic of beauty ingredients arises, our mind can't help but instantly think of aloe vera. Yes, aloe vera is one of those superhero ingredients that works amazingly well for your skin, hair and even your gut. If you think back to all the times you experienced dry patches on the skin, dull and rough hair, rashes or dark spots on the face, you'd recall your mother or friends advising you to apply some aloe vera gel to heal it quickly and safely. And, currently, there's a major fraction of health-conscious people who also trust the oral intake of aloe vera juice. But a universal fact is – excess of any product or ingredient proves to be harmful. And with aloe vera juice, there could be times when it doesn't suit your body and could lead to health risks or allergies. Since the succulent plant has multiple parts that are used topically as well as consumed orally, it is always important to stay alert and knowledgeable of which part of aloe vera can possibly cause side effects. Today, we focus on the supplement, aloe vera juice. To help us navigate the side effects of aloe vera juice, we spoke to expert Dermatologist and Trichologist Dr. Mrunal Shah, Owner & Director – Shine Skin Hair & Laser Clinic, Mumbai. But first, let us understand the structure of the aloe vera plant and its uses.
