Department of Medicinal Chemistry, St. Louis College of Pharmacy, USA
Commentary
Treatment of Skin Disorders with Aloe Barbadensis Miller
Author(s): John Beale*
The skin is the largest organ and functions as a barrier to protect the underlying tissues against the elements and pathogens, while also fulfilling many physiological roles and biochemical functions such as preventing excessive water loss. Skin disorders vary greatly in terms of origin, severity, symptoms and affect persons of all ages. Many plants have been used for medicinal purposes since ancient times including the treatment of skin disorders and diseases. Aloe represents one of the earliest medicinal plant. .. View More»
