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  • female
  • 30 Years
  • 31/03/2021

Which aloe vera gel is best?

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Natural aloe vera extracted from aloe leaf. But do a patch test before using.

Dr. Ibrahim Suggests...

Consult a Dermatologist

Answered 04/07/2025

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