Want something natural to protect yourself from the harmful UV rays of the sun? Homemade aloe vera sunscreen is a healthier alternative to toxic ones. Tap to read simple ways to make aloe vera sunscreen.
Ingredients
Half a cup of aloe vera gel, two tablespoons of coconut oil, one tablespoon of shea butter, 1-2 teaspoons of zinc oxide powder, and one capsule of vitamin E.
Combine ingredients
Take a bowl and add coconut oil, aloe vera gel and shea butter. Stir them well until smooth and creamy.
Add zinc oxide
Now, add zinc oxide powder to this mixture. Stir this mixture well until there are no lumps. This helps prevent sun tanning.
Add vitamin E
Now, add one capsule of vitamin E oil to the mixture. Vitamin E oil is rich in antioxidants, which help prevent skin inflammation.
Store and apply
Store the mixture into a bottle. Reapply the sunscreen every 2-3 hours after swimming or sweating.
Benefits of aloe vera and coconut oil
Aloe vera gel and coconut oil help block 20% of the UV rays of the sun. It also helps soothe after sun exposure and reduce sunburn and redness.
Information credits
This information is taken from MedicalNews Today. However, it is always advisable to do a proper patch test before applying anything to your skin directly.