Aloe vera is a natural product that is frequently used in the field of cosmetology. It is a medicinal plant with antioxidant and antibacterial properties. Aloe vera contains 75 potentially active constituents, including vitamins, enzymes, minerals, sugars, lignin, saponins, salicylic acids, and amino acids. The gel contains most of the beneficial bioactive compounds in the plant, including vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and antioxidants. Aloe gel might help some skin conditions like psoriasis. It also seems to speed up wound healing by improving blood circulation and might combat certain types of bacteria and fungi. Applying aloe gel or cream to the skin can reduce healing time in people with first- or second-degree burns. Aloe vera has an anti-acne effect. Aloe vera contains 6 antiseptic agents: Lupeol, salicylic acid, urea nitrogen, cinnamonic acid, phenols, and sulfur. Aloe latex contains chemicals that work as a laxative. Taking aloe latex by mouth can reduce constipation, but its banned for use as a laxative by the FDA due to safety concerns. Ingestion of aloe preparations is associated with diarrhea, hypokalemia, pseudomelanosis coli, kidney failure, as well as phototoxicity and hypersensitive reactions. To distinguish between good and bad aloe vera products, it is important to check the ingredient list on the label. Aloe should be the first ingredient, and supplements should not include inner leaf gel or juice capsules. Heat will kill all the active ingredients in the Aloe Vera plant, so it is important to avoid products that leave in a substance called Anthraquiones.