Aloe Vera is one of the oldest known medicinal plants. The early Greek doctors used it in their prescriptions and the ancient Egyptians used it for beauty care and health. Aloe Vera (Barbadensis Miller) is a cactus-like plant growing in the warmer climates of the world. It is, in fact a member of the aloacea family of plants.

Knowledge of the extraordinary healing powers of the fresh aloe vera plant has been transferred down the centuries, but scientists had been unable to explain or duplicate the plant's effectiveness until 1968, when an American pharmacist discovered a method to extract and naturally stabilise the inner gel from the leaves while still preserving its natural healing potency. Now millions of people around the world enjoy the benefits of this remarkable plant.