Use it once or twice a day for scars and acne spots. So I saw that keeping them into cold fresh water then in fridge stops that instant oxidation to happen . In my luggage was a piece of aloe in a plastic ziplock bag. i applied it for one and half month i dont see noticeble good change. As a general rule, the closer you can get to the natural state of foods, the better they are for you. In fall and winter, if you leave your aloe for sunbath for a few days, your aloe plant will start to show symptoms. The outer leaf parts contain the yellow brownish substance that is very bitter. During hot, dry weather, this could be as much as any other houseplant. Jo, With aloe vera, inner leaf is consumable outer leaf is debatable. So dont be afraid of the purple color of old aloe vera and use it as youd usually use aloe vera. Give the Aloe Vera time to adapt to new surroundings, especially direct sunlight, when moving it outdoors for the first time. Is it food grade aloe gel, not very thick, with no added color and a list of thickeners or preservatives used in food products? Unprocessed Aloe vera frequently turns pink. As the purple aloe vera plant has more oxidation, it turns purple. Due to the process of oxidation. In fact, I saw the same reaction twice. Got 6oz of gel and juice out of this big ol leaf for barely over a dollar. But did you know there may be side effects of aloe vera gel, juice and its latex? Wait for a few days, water it moderately and your aloe vera will be shining in green again. Aloe Vera Gel is perhaps known as the best tropical solution, which can soothe all kinds of burns. Hi ; I use aloe pure juice for my face skin. Hello! Aloe vera leaves color may change because of many factors related to care practices. During winters, or when the plant is kept at a low temperature, the chlorophyll starts to break down as food production reduces to a minimum. It also turns pale or into different colors for quite a few reasons. Cold Weather 3. Answer (1 of 6): First of all, stop using it! Additionally, it can work as a powerful astringent that can reduce the size of your pores and flush out excess dirt, sebum, and microbes. The fact that it is red or purple or pink does not make it bad. It has not been refrigerated, so I am guessing it has become contaminated and should be discarded? Freezing it does not water the gel, but rather, attracts condensation so, that should not be a problem. but however i know about only benefits of gel so i continuing ly applying it. However, studies have found that its intake can cause many side effects even while taking it on minor doses. I really dont wanna throw it away but if its contaminated or anything Id like to know. But blended aloe on your skin might leave it flaky looking from the pulp pieces. Your Aloe may have been thriving outdoors for months together now but has suddenly acquired a purplish tinge that was never there before. It can redden your eyelids as well as cause dryness, hardening, spitting and occurrence of purple spots on your skin. Thank you for stopping back by to tell us. Today when I wanted to use the gel to apply for my face/skin, I realised that it has turned into pink colour. That can be because of the following reasons: The hot sun can be fatal for the plant in spring and summer. If you want to increase your knowledge simply keep visiting this website and People primarily use aloe's clear gel topically in creams and ointments to treat burns, the skin condition psoriasis and even acne. using aloevera gel on my face i feel uncomfert. Is there a special way I need to clean the leaf before I cut it? You can leave it on the face for as long as you want, or dont remove it at all. Has it been kept refrigerated? Herbs and Spices First, you need to find out if your aloe vera is healthy or free from any kind of disease. Stress situation is the main reason, along with other factors. There are a lot of questions linked to this one question. Aloe vera is one of those products that does not have a pungent odor or leave a stain. i even apply it on my hand instead of bodylotion but i experience is that my hands become dry. And if you find any sign of allergy (like purple spot as you have mentioned), then better leave it and consult a doctor. So it slowly started turning a light pinkish color.. Aloe vera turning purple is not a thing to worry about. I have heard of it staining the skin but not permanently. But WHY? Required fields are marked *. Do I have to blend it after clean it or is this only for if I drink it? I usually cut the biggest leaves off first 4 or 5 at a time and place them in my refrigerator. But it may stain your skin. I love to see it as a purple gel or a bloody red. The main advice that I will like to give to you is that use the products taking expert medical help. I also have the same experience. very useful information you give. I also get brown spots on my chest. I have been drinking for ever aloe juice and am un sure now if I should continue, My name is Al..I have used the aloe very pure aloe Forge and I took 1 ounce per day, a capful and I had no reacyions except for the price. There is no reason to get the outer leaf aloin in the part you are putting on your face. It is not harmful and fades away in a day or two. https://haleynutrition.com/pink-aloe/#comment-34593, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rKXLMD2Dv8o. now i confused with gel that i apply it or not? I have cut into some leaves, and the gel inside is pinkish or red, or with red streaks; Is it safe to eat, or should I throw it out, and eat only clear (white) gel? Do share your feedback and experience with me in the comments below. 2 Nussbaum says aloe vera is a great added bonus to use in conjunction with your . It wont harm the face. Keep the bottle in a refrigerator and use it whenever you want. My daughter cut a aleo vera plant and it looked like it was bleeding is it safe to use. (Is it dying or disease) Plant Grow and Care Guide 789. Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. You are just putting it on your skin. Can you use aloe vera when it turns purple? With the already scraped leaves, I put it in some boiling water and totally forgot I had the stove on (oopsie). Consider swapping out your regular moisturizer for aloe after bathing to help . The reason is the same, oxidation. Well, you know that plant leaves look green due to chlorophyll. You may be wondering why does this color change occur? The color seems under the skin and in my pores around the formerly scabbed area. When aloe vera gel starts changing color, it oxidizes. I had my aloe vera leaf in the refrigerator, when it was cut after some days, I observed that the inside turned red, is it still good to use. You will not notice any symptoms before it gets to a point when it becomes difficult to save your plant. At Haley Nutrition, we test every batch of Aloe gel for harmful bacteriaand livestock is not allowed on the plantation. Most whole leaf juices are processed like this (not ours, though): https://youtu.be/GiaYsjO2Nhk, I am no expert but I would like to add something that Ive come up with. To know more about me, click here. So I cut a fresh leaf off my aloe plant and then cut into large chunks and placed in hot almost boiled water for about 5 min , I then added raw coconut oil(melted) to the aloe and hot water. It is one of the substances that the plant produces. Excess watering is the most common and dangerous mistake done by indoor gardeners. THESE STATEMENTS HAVE NOT BEEN EVALUATED BY THE FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION. However we did capture on video aloe returning from red back to white again: Most people experienced with raw Aloe say the color change is related to a rapid change in temperature. So the color changes become visible. Aloe leaves turning purple is an indication that it is trying to adapt to the stress situation. Franz Brun. In the morning the area where the aloe was applied had turned dark purple. Thanks again. People allergenic to garlic, onions or tulips are found to get most affected by Aloe Gel. Water your Aloe Vera plant once in two weeks in normal, based on climatic conditions. Further applying aloe juice to the face after a skin peel (dermabrasion) may result to redness or burning. Your aloe may take time to adjust to new soil and establish its root system there. Also: it was boiled in a stainless steel pot with only water- no oils or anything. But purple aloe vera, which also has purple gel inside, can stain. That leads to a color change. But there are some side effects of using aloe vera as well. There is probiotic bacteria and pathogenic. What strains are present? But Im not sure this is true. You can also invest in soil phosphate-rich plant food like Hoffman triple sugar-phosphate, which gives nutrient deficiency an added boost! How long can I store it out of the fridge? Acute kidney failure: Kidney injury may occur with the prolonged use of aloe vera latex in doses greater than 1 gram per day. Anthocyanins are naturally occurring compounds found in many plants and fruits, and can give them a reddish-purple hue when exposed to light or oxygen. Some bacteria are beneficial, some are harmful (pathogenic), and some have no real effect on the human body, being destroyed quickly in the gut and turned into waste. Stagnant water creates a favorable environment for root rot and other fungal diseases. But, if the soil has gone completely dry, then water yoru Aloe Vera immediately. What should I do? We have also observed color changes in the leaves of Aloe plants themselves. Water only about once a month until you see it start to grow again. I am sure you have heard about the various health benefits of aloe vera gel and aloe vera juice. Please help! If not preserved, aloe vera leaf or juice can be kept in the fridge for a few . Note: I would not drink it as it went through a chemical reaction. i feel so.i put it on my face for only 30 minutes and it not harm skin. Now is it fresh aloe gel from the leaf? The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics". Why people assume someone is mistaken about their own bodies is always perplexing. Im certain there is but do not know the species nor how it compares to other aloe species. but i see that after aplying it my skin become dry although i have oily skin and i get purple spots on my skin and around my lips corner. Use after use, skin texture feels smoother, and skin appears less shiny. i feel so.i put it on my face for only 30 minutes and it not harm skin. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. All about Aloe Vera:https://bjgp.org/content/49/447/823.short, 2. Some aloe species are more colorful, turning deep purple or nearly black. Maybe I will not use them in my smoothy. It is great for acne and aftercare. Phosphorus plays an important role in the health of plants, and deficiency of it can manifest itself in a sudden change of color. The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. The red color occurs due to rodhoxanthin, a red color pigment which develops in parallel with the destruction of chlorophyll at drought conditions. One of the first indications that your aloe plant is underwatered is when it loses its healthy, normal color and starts to pale, which ultimately leads to its healthy, normal color and starts to pale, which ultimately leads to purple or pinkish. I put aloe vera on my chin after I removed a scab that over that had formed over an inflamed pimple. Cabin pressure? No, it wont for the first few days. If the doze is higher than its regular requirement, the plant might show signs of color change. Why does my aloe vera look purple? Aloe leaves turning purple is an indication that it is trying to adapt to the stress situation. When bacteria does grow, it is usually harmless unless your aloe was contaminated by pathogenic bacteria. That also affects the color of the skin. but still i apply it knowing it benefits of aloe gel because of its antiaging property. Besides medicinal benefits, it is sometimes kept at homes as a potted plant serving its decorative purpose. You can also invest in soil phosphate-rich plant food like Hoffman triple sugar-phosphate, which gives nutrient deficiency an added boost! Your soil may have all 3 nutrients but if one of them gets reduced it creates an imbalance in pH which impacts the plant growth in the long term. As I was applying it on my face, neck area..some of the aloe vera gel was pink? My purpose for using the gel is for my face and hair. It truly is a mystery! A giant aloe plant fell out of its pot and I decided to process it rather than replant it. I quickly put the pinkish pieces into a plastic bowl with water and put in the fridge. In the winter, it will stop growing. Opaque-colored aloe vera does not stain the skin or clothes. If you find that the soil is moist, do not water it. There is nothing to worry about! Swirling the Aloe as it is turning clear seems to quicken the process. Ive tried other kinds of aloe- gel, powder, juice; and never experienced this. I thought maybe it has to do with cutting and processing with metal blade but this does not explain why the other jar processed in same batch did not turn pink. Since aloe vera is a tough plant it can take this shock easier than other plants. Temperature in cargo? I was thinking perhaps the chemical reaction which caused skin to turn purple may be due to supplements interacting with the aloe chemistry, as well as the neosporin: chemistry is facinating. We know only a little, but we have not given up on trying to solve the mystery. It sure does help, Taylor. Not an expert at all, just making an observation that I thought I would share. You can apply the gel buy using the filet or even gel from the inside of the green part you cut off by rubbing it on your skin. It should be safe but better if you keep it frozen rather than just refrigerated. July 11, 2017 Aloe vera has long been regarded as a nice ingredient for healing and moisturization by folklore. But, make sure not to water them much during the winters, as it can lead to root rot. Thanks a bunch for revealing your website page. The dictionary definition of a Stress situation is any situation that triggers a particular biological response. The leaves grow from the plants base, looking like a rose, and have sharp edges with thorns to protect them from danger. One of the ways nature protects Aloe is by furnishing the plants with pointed, cactus-like spurs that tell animals to Stay back!. As they say, everything solution may not suit everyone. I didnt have time to use them all and didnt want to waste, so i preserved them by washing and freezing them. 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