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You can freeze aloe vera leaves if you run out of space on your windowsill. The plant is a cure-all for many ailments, and when frozen, you’ll always have some aloe vera on hand.
How to Freeze Aloe Vera Properly
The gel extracted from aloe vera is often used for skin care. You can freeze the plant’s leaves and gel so you can use them later.
- Scoop the gel out of the aloe vera leaves. Then place the gel in ice cube trays.
- This way, you can thaw the gel in portions and use it as needed.
- Alternatively, you can also pour the gel into a freezer bag.
- If you don’t have time to extract the gel from the aloe vera leaves, you can also freeze whole leaves.
Making Aloe Vera Last Longer
When you freeze aloe vera, not all of its nutrients are lost.
- Add a few drops of lemon juice to the aloe vera gel before freezing it.
- This is because lemon juice helps the gel last longer.
- You can either place the aloe vera leaves together in a freezer bag or wrap them individually.
- You should thaw the leaves before use.
- You can also use slightly frozen aloe vera gel for redness and scrapes. It provides an even cooler sensation.
