Aloe Vera and hairloss?
Cruising around in cyberspace, I find many different sites dedicated hair loss prevention that tout the benefits of the little “miracle plant” from the lilac family: Aloe Vera. Many are willing to boldly claim that the gel of the Aloe Vera could possibly help reduce hair loss because of its cell rejuvenating properties along with its vitamin and mineral rich make up. Other hair loss experts claim that this is all horse hockey, and that Aloe Vera does not have any scientific merit what so ever when it comes to preventing hair loss. I say that we take a little bit further look into this plant and see what the real deal is.
Aloe: A short history
The Aloe Vera plant has been utilized by people for the past 4000 years as a medicinal aid for a multitude of ailments. Native to the dry, desert like climates of northern Africa, the Aloe Vera first experienced use with the ancient Sumerians and Egyptians who used it for its purgative properties. As various empires expanded, the Aloe plant traveled around the globe and was introduced to various cultures, all of whom discovered many uses for the plant. The Greek, Roman and Chinese dynasties all left behind writings that praise this little plant for all of its uses. Today, thanks in part to the internet, Aloe Vera is experiencing a revival of sorts as an alternative treatment for practically anything that you can think of from skin ailments to indigestion. The modern cosmetic industry has also latched onto the benefits of Aloe Vera, putting it all types of creams, balms and oils that are meant to heal and rejuvenate the skin.
Aloe’s Makeup
There is definitely no denying that the gel of the Aloe Vera Plant contains many good things that help the skin and body that warrants its lofty title as a “cure all” plant. It is rich in numerous vitamins and minerals as well as poly saccharides, which are long chain sugars that help penetrate damaged skin cells. Aloe is also contains anti bacterial, anti viral and anti fungal properties that make it an ideal treatment for small cuts, scrapes, bruises, and skin disorders such as acne or psoriasis.
Aloe and hair
Applying Aloe to your head will definitely help you keep your scalp and hair healthy and may even help prevent seborrhoeic baldness, which is characterized by flaky, oily skin. Androgen Alopecia (Male Pattern Baldness) however, will not really be fended off by this “miracle plant”. While Aloe has many great powers that will help penetrate and rejuvenate the skin and even hair follicles, it will do nothing to stop the formation of DHT, which we all know is the main culprit when it comes to hair loss.
However, however…
Given Aloe Vera’s proven penetrative powers, I do believe that it can be beneficial when used in conjunction with another hair loss treatment plant such as Provillus and Rogaine. Some hairloss experts also suggest using Aloe Vera to treat any initial scalp irritation or inflammation due to minoxidil use. Since it is a safe product with no real side effects, I cannot see using Aloe as being in any way detrimental to your existing hair loss treatment.
In conclusion
Aloe Vera will not cure your baldness, but using it will probably help keep your scalp along with your existing hair healthy. Aloe’s healing properties will help keep eczema, dandruff and oily build up at bay and its multitude of vitamins, minerals and long chain sugars will help nourish your scalp and hair. So, if you feel like using Aloe Vera gel, by all means, give it a try. Just do not expect to be waking up with Fabio like hair the next day.
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