Aloe Vera, the succulent plant has been in use for its impressive healing and therapeutic properties for over 1000 years. Commonly known as medicinal aloe, burn plant, lily of the desert, and elephants gall and Ghrit Kumari in Hindi, aloe vera is perhaps the first choice and most famous plant, be it for helping enhance skin and hair health, helping heal wounds or to even promote digestion. The green cactus looking plant is a powerhouse of vital compounds that can be used right from cosmetics, nutritious juices to supplements. Aloe Vera has gained popularity in recent years as a miracle herb for its antioxidant and blood purifying properties. Due to various vitamins and minerals found in the plant, daily intake of Aloe Vera provides approx. 20 minerals and 12 vitamins. Aloevera is known to help detoxify the body and cleanse the colon. It is also known for its anti inflammatory affect and is known to help in various skin conditions as well.