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Does aloe vera really treat a sunburn?

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You have been out in the sun too long! Someone recommends aloe vera gel to soothe your sunburned skin. Does it really work? Learn more here from the SciShow!

The evidence that aloe is helpful for burns such as sunburn is still not well substantiated. What are some issues with the evidence?

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