7 Winter Beauty Hacks Using Aloe Vera Gel

Posted on December 12, 2022

Winter is coming; are you ready?

The low humidity of the cold winter weather affects our skin, hair, and lips. It will turn them dry and flaky. 

It doesn't end there; central heating also depletes the moisture level in the air, causing your skin to become really tight and dehydrated.

Common skin conditions that increase during winter include eczema, psoriasis, windburn, winter itch, and acne. 

To stop this from happening, you need to be proactive about protecting your body this coming winter.

And with aloe vera, you are covered. The plant contains Vitamins C, E, and beta-carotene, which are suitable for your hair and skin health. 

Aloe Vera can be used to hydrate your skin, condition frizzy hair, treat cracked heels, and depuff your eyes. It can also brighten your skin, moisturize chapped lips, and cater to your skin needs. 

We have compiled seven beauty hacks with aloe vera you can use this winter. 

1. Moisturize dry and flaky skin

Aloe vera helps to leave your skin reenergized, soft and supple. It is perfect for dehydrated skin during winter. In addition, it helps to moisturize the skin without leaving any greasiness. 

Moisture is vital for the performance of the skin barrier. During winter, the skin barrier has less moisture and fewer lipids. This leads to dryness and irritation.

Here are some simple hacks to moisturize dry and flaky skin

Use aloe vera directly on the face:

• Cut open a piece of aloe vera plant.
• Whisk it to make it smooth.
• Apply the mix to your face.
• Leave overnight and wash your face in the morning.

Mix with lotion

• Get an aloe vera plant.
• Mix it with your regular lotion and apply it after showering.

Mix with almond oil

• Get an aloe vera plant.
• Cut it open or put the gel in a container.
• Mix with almond oil.
• Massage your face with it at night. 
• Do not wash off. 

If you cannot find aloe vera plants, buy organic aloe vera gel. The gel is slightly thinner and doesn’t need to be whisked. 

2. Condition dry and frizzy hair 

Aloe vera has moisturizing properties that help in the treatment of dry hair. 

Winter is harsh on all hair textures and types. Dry and frizzy hair is common during winter. This is because the dry air and excessive indoor heating can suck moisture off your hair just like it does your skin.

This makes your hair brittle and weak. It can be very frustrating. But conditioning with aloe vera will minimize these issues.

Using only aloe vera gel 

• Buy an aloe vera plant, slice the leaf open to extract the gel, or use organic aloe vera gel. 
• Scoop out two tablespoons of the gel.
• Put the extracted gel in a small container.
• Apply it in the shower the same way you apply your regular conditioner.
• Rinse out the gel properly and remove all the sticky bits. 

Mixing aloe vera gel and green tea

• Cut the aloe vera plant open.
• Prepare green tea.
• Mix the gel and green tea in a spray bottle. 
• Spray it all over your hair.
• Gently massage it and leave it overnight.
• Rinse your hair the next morning.

Using a leave-in conditioner

• Mix two tablespoons of aloe vera gel with water.
• Mix the gel and water with a spoon.
• Keep mixing through the mixture till it’s smooth and evenly distributed.
• Add essential oils (This is optional). 
• Put it inside a spray bottle. Shake the bottle pretty well until they are uniformly mixed.
• Use the gel as your regular hairspray after showering or washing your hair. 

Alternatively, if you do not have access to the aloe vera gel plant or don't want to go through a DIY hack, you can use this aloe vera spray for your hair. It acts as an anti-frizz hair mist that helps lock the moisture in. 

Prevent hair fall

During winter, you will notice that you are losing a lot of hair. This is because the weather dries up your scalp resulting in hair fall, damage, and breakage.

This recipe will effectively reduce your hair fall problem:

• Get a half cup of aloe vera gel from the plant or  Seven Minerals pure natural organic aloe vera gel.
• Get some freshly squeezed juice from half a lemon.
• Add a few drops of pure coconut oil or any available essential oil.
• Massage the mixture on the scalps and leave for 5 minutes.
• Rinse your hair. 

3. Manage and prevent cracked heels

During winter, your feet are usually tucked away inside a boot, turning them dry. Unfortunately, this is a common occurrence. Therefore, you need to protect your heels from dryness and cracks. 

Treat cracked feet

• Pour some lukewarm water into a bucket and add Epsom salt.
• Soak your feet in the water and leave for 10-15 minutes.
• Remove your feet from the water and scrub your feet with a foot scrubber for 5-10 minutes.
• Wipe it off with a clean towel.
• Fill another bucket with lukewarm water.
• Add some aloe vera gel and lemon. Mix them.
• Include tea tree oil and apple cider vinegar.
• Soak your feet in the water for 20-25 minutes.
• Remove your feet from the water. Wipe them dry with a clean towel.
• Then apply a moisturizer to your feet. 

Exfoliate your feet

• Mix aloe vera gel with a sugar scrub and exfoliate your feet.
• Prepare a thick aloe vera mixture with the sugar scrub. 
• Mix with honey.
• Apply the thick mixture on your feet.
• Put on socks to avoid the slippery effect.
• Leave overnight and wash it off in the morning.

4. Depuff your eyes and get rid of dark circles

The dry outdoor air, cold temperatures, and indoor heat can dehydrate the eyes. They can also cause some puffiness. The cooling properties in aloe vera make it perfect for depuffing the bags under the eyes. 

Recipe 

• Get one tablespoon of aloe vera gel.
• Apply the thick layer around your eyes
• Leave it overnight.
• You will notice your eyes will look brighter in the morning.

5. Make your skin glow

The onset of winter makes the skin rough, dull, and lifeless. But aloe vera will help you get your glow back. Aloe vera plants help to make your skin glow and blemish-free. 

Cleanse your skin

• Get one tablespoon of aloe vera gel.
• Mix with milk and honey.
• Apply on the skin and massage gently.

This will help brighten your skin and fade away dull skin. 

Use as toner

• Mix aloe vera gel with 1 spoon of rose water.
• Add 1-2 drops of essential oil (optional).
• Make a thin toner and apply it with cotton wool all over your face.

6. Moisturize chapped lips

Winter makes your lips crack, sore, and scaly. Aloe vera can be used as a lip balm to protect your lips. Either extract the gel from the plant or use Seven Minerals Aloe Vera Gel. It is 100% organic and very safe. 

Direct application on the lips

• Cut the leaf open.
• Put it in a container.
• Apply to your lips with your fingers 2-3 times a day.

Aloe vera balm

If you have reservations about putting aloe vera on your lips, get a lip balm with aloe vera as one of the ingredients. Then, dab the balm on your lips whenever they need to be moisturized. 

DIY aloe vera lip balm

Consider making your own aloe vera lip balm at home. 

• Heat 1 teaspoon of shea butter and 2 tablespoons of coconut oil. 
• Melt them in a bowl and stir them well until they blend in.
• Transfer the content to another bowl.
• Add aloe vera gel to the mixture and stir.
• Add a few drops of high-quality almond or jojoba oil to make them lump-free. 

7. Add aloe vera to skincare routine

Healthy skin is an integral part of our physical well-being not just because of aesthetics but because our skin is our cover against viruses and bacteria. It also protects us from the ultraviolet rays of the sun.  

Incorporating aloe vera into your skincare routine will help protect your skin from the weather. 

Face mask for oily skin

• Cut open the aloe vera plant and put the gel in a bowl.
• Add 10-12 drops of tea tree oil.
• Whisk the mixture into a smooth paste.
• Apply it on the face.
• Leave overnight and wash it off in the morning.
• Apply twice a week.

Face mask for dry skin

• Blend one cucumber.
• Add 1 tablespoon of honey and aloe vera gel.
• Mix them both together.
• Apply on your face and leave for 20 minutes, then wash off.

Facemask for normal/sensitive skin

• Mash bananas into a bowl.
• Add 2 tablespoons of aloe vera gel and a few drops of rose water.
• Mix them all and apply them to your face.
• Wash it off when it dries, then moisturize. 

For body scrub

• Mix aloe vera gel with your regular body scrub.
• Wash off after some minutes.
• This will eliminate dead skin and replenish the lost moisture. 

Aftershave moisturizer

Aloe vera plant gel can be substituted with shaving creams while providing moisture for the skin. Apply aloe vera gel next time you shave. It soaks into your skin quickly, leaving it hydrated and soft. 

To cure eczema 

• Clean the affected area with mild soap and water.
• Apply aloe vera gel liberally on the affected area.
• Leave it to dry before dressing up.
• Reapply twice a day. 

To treat psoriasis

Apply a cream with aloe vera gel to the affected area of the skin. You should do this several times a day. But remember that sometimes using it for too long can cause some redness or discomfort. So you should take a break after a while and resume later. 

Use aloe vera-infused products

If you do not have access to aloe vera plants, use aloe vera-infused products such as sunscreen, face wash, or gel moisturizer. 

Takeaway: Make aloe vera gel your best companion this winter

The cold winter weather can compromise your skin and hair health, but aloe vera gel will protect them from harsh weather. 

Aloe vera has beneficial effects on your health, as it moisturizes your skin, conditions frizzy hair, treats cracked heels, and depuffs the eyes. It can also make your skin glow and generally protect your skin. 

Seasons may come and go, but beauty is eternal. So nourishing your hair, skin, and lips should be a top priority, no matter the weather. Aloe vera gel helps you achieve that. 

Get yourself the Seven Minerals aloe vera gel for winter. It is 100% organic and will soothe your skin and hair, leaving them soft and silky all day long. 

Also in Health Center