Aloe Vera
I did a stupid thing, yesterday. I was making my “world famous” Beef Stew Soup which starts with braising oxtail and stew meat in a 350 degree oven.
At the end of three hours, I removed the skillet from the oven. Yeah, I had an oven mitt on my right hand, but after sitting the skillet down on the stove top and removing the lid, I grabbed the handle with my unprotected left hand. Duh!
S i z z l e !
I keep a tube of 100% Aloe Vera gel handy in my kitchen. I immediately squeezed out a generous amount and covered the burned areas of my hand. I did this several times throughout the day. Result? My hand is fine this morning.
The brand name probably doesn’t matter, but I would suggest a 100% gel. I just happened to have this brand on hand. I read this on their website:
What are common uses for aloe vera?
“Aloe vera, in various forms, is used in a variety of ways, including the treatment of bites, blistering, burns, constipation, dry skin, gum and mouth disease, insomnia, kidney ailments, skin maladies (including poison ivy and eczema), sunburn, stings, stomach disorders, ulcerated skin, wounds and hemorrhoids.”
How does aloe vera gel work?
“After application and upon drying, Aloe Vera leaves a microscopically thin film of enzymes, amino acids and other trace compounds that act as a barrier to protect the injured skin from external air-borne contaminants. This works as a barrier to keep body fluids from escaping.”
March 21st, 2005 at 7:38 am
Better than buying the gel, just grow your own aloe. This stuff does really well even in containters. Just cut off a piece maybe 4 or 5 inches long. Slit it down the middle and let the natural gel heal your burns. It really works.