Calluses, bites, minor injuries: crassula to the rescue

Its thick, juicy leaves are perfect for everyday problems. Here are some simple tips:

Calluses : Peel off the thin film on a fresh sheet, place it directly on the hardened area, secure with a bandage and leave on overnight. When you wake up, your skin will be visibly softer.
Minor burns (without blisters) : Gently apply a leaf split in half to soothe discomfort.
Cuts, scrapes, or bruises : Make a paste by crushing fresh leaves. Apply, cover with a bandage, and change every two hours.
Insect bites : Apply leaf juice every two hours to soothe the area and reduce swelling.

Pimples, imperfections: an unexpected beauty ally

Money tree not only treats minor aches and pains, it can also help reduce certain blemishes. For cold sores, apply a little crassula juice with a cotton swab. For minor acne breakouts, cleanse the skin with freshly extracted juice, preferably in the evening. Its purifying properties can help calm inflammation.

What you absolutely need to know before using this plant

As gentle as it may appear, crassula isn’t suitable for everyone. It’s strongly discouraged for pregnant or breastfeeding women, as well as for children under 12 years old. And of course, as with any medicinal plant, it’s always best to test a small amount on the skin before applying it more broadly.