Aloe vera-chinensis vs Aloe Vera

A Chinese and Indian variety of aloe vera used in TCM and Ayurveda for the same indications as aloe vera.

Aloe vera is a succulent plant that has been used medicinally for over 6,000 years, dating back to ancient Egypt. The clear gel from its leaves is renowned for wound healing and skin care, while the latex contains potent laxative compounds. It is one of the most widely used plants in the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries.

acemannan, aloin, aloeresin

Acemannan, Aloin, Barbaloin, Anthraquinones, Salicylic acid

Wound healing, Skin care, Laxative use

Burn treatment, Wound healing, Laxative, Skin moisturizer, Digestive aid

Topical wound care, Digestive support

Burn and wound care, Psoriasis, Constipation (latex), Oral health, Type 2 diabetes support

Topical gel; latex extract 50-100mg

Topical gel as needed; internal use 100-200mg aloe latex for constipation; 50ml juice daily

Latex pregnancy caution

Intestinal obstruction, Inflammatory bowel disease, Kidney disease, Heart conditions (internal latex use)

Diarrhea from latex

Diarrhea (internal use), Abdominal cramps, Electrolyte imbalance (chronic laxative use), Skin irritation in sensitive individuals, Allergic contact dermatitis