• Applying the gel around the eyes would also help reduce infection. The Aloe Vera gel has anti-bacterial properties that would protect the eyes from virus and help prevent further spreading of infection to the eyes. • Another benefit of this gel is that it can heal wounds, bruises or burns near the eye area. It provides soothing relief for these problem areas. It also lessens inflammation and helps increase blood circulation to the injured part of the eye area. The Aloe Vera gel also helps in reducing dark circles around the eyes. It helps lessen buffy eyes and keeps the eyes look refreshed and alive. It can be substituted as an eye cream to keep the eye area healthy. The versatility of the Aloe Vera gel has made it to be a good makeup supplement for the eye area and for the other parts of the face too. The gel can be an overall facial moisturizer, facial mask and cream to give the whole face its healthy glow.