How To Make Aloe Vera Gel

Step 1

Remove the leaves - Use a sterile and sharp knife to remove mature leaves at the base of your plant. The leaves you remove will not regrow, so cut them as close to the center of the plant as you can.

Step 2

Drain the aloin - Place the leaves into a glass or vase with the cut sides facing down to allow the yellow aloin liquid to drain out. Let them drain for at least 15 minutes, otherwise it could contaminate your gel.

Step 3

Rinse and pat dry - Remove the leaves from the vase, and then rinse off any remaining aloin. Gently pat them dry with paper towels. I recommend you wear disposable gloves to prevent the aloin from irritating your skin.

Step 4

Remove the outer skin - Place the flat side of the leaf facing down on your cutting board, and use your knife to slice off the skin. Do the same with the other side. Optionally, you can use a spoon to scrape out the inner flesh if you find it’s too difficult to cut off all of the skin.

Step 5

Rinse the flesh - Once the skin is completely removed from the inner flesh, give the gel a quick rinse to get rid of any remaining aloin.

Step 6

Process the gel - Cut the flesh into pieces, then place it in your blender. Use the lowest setting to blend it for 2-3 seconds, or until all of the chunks are gone and the gel is smooth.

Step 7

Store it - Fill your jars with the gel, and place them into the fridge. For longer term storage, you can freeze it.