Aloe vera gel is a clear, jelly-like substance taken from the inside of aloe plant leaves. It contains water, vitamins, and minerals. You put it on your skin to cool burns, heal wounds, and add moisture. It treats dry skin, rashes, and bug bites.Moisturizer: It hydrates your skin without making it oily.Sunburn Relief: It cools the skin and reduces pain from sunburns.Acne: It helps reduce swelling and soreness.