Cassia Alata vs Aloe Vera

A tropical shrub used across Asia, Africa, and the Americas as the primary herbal treatment for ringworm and fungal skin infections; also a cathartic laxative.

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.

Chrysophanol, Aloe-emodin, Anthraquinones, Flavonoids

Acemannan, Aloin, Barbaloin, Anthraquinones, Salicylic acid

Ringworm and fungal skin infections, Constipation and bowel cleansing, Skin diseases in traditional African and Asian medicine

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

Antifungal for dermatophytosis, Laxative for constipation, Antibacterial for skin infections

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

Topical paste from leaves; 1-2g leaves as laxative tea

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

Avoid internal use in pregnancy, Avoid in IBS and intestinal obstruction, Long-term laxative use causes dependence

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

Diarrhea and cramping, Electrolyte imbalance with overuse

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