Neem is a tree. It grows in tropical regions such as India and Myanmar. The bark, leaves, and seeds are used to make medicine. Less often, the root, flower, and fruit are also used.
In the world of Ayurveda, neem is a popular medicinal herb that’s been part of traditional remedies that date back almost 5000 years. Also known as Azadirachta Indica in English or ‘Neemba’ in Sanskrit, the neem tree is a really good example of how nature holds both the problem and the cure.
Neem is used for tooth plaque, gum disease (gingivitis), lice, to repel insects, and for other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support most of these uses.
More than 140 compounds have been isolated from different parts of neem. All parts of the neem tree- leaves, flowers, seeds, fruits, roots and bark have been used traditionally for the treatment of inflammation, infections, fever, skin diseases and dental disorders.
Here are some benefits of neem leaves and neem oil and how to use it in different ways in your skincare and haircare regime.
Treats scalp infection
Using neem can improve your hair health and treat different kinds of scalp infection. The anti-bacterial and antiseptic properties deal with all kinds of scalp infection and also at the same time condition your hair to add luster to your dull and dry hair.
Treats acne
You can treat acne by using neem as it has anti-bacterial properties that helps to fight any kind of breakouts and also alleviate the pain and itching sensation.
Fights dandruff
Neem hair pack will not only fight dandruff but will also relieve the dryness and itching of your scalp.
Tackles whiteheads and blackheads
You can also bid goodbye to whiteheads and blackheads, using neem as it shrinks large pores and works as an exfoliating agent to pull out impurities and tighten pores.
Treats uneven skin tone
Neem can even out your skin tone. The antioxidants in neem are beneficial for reducing melanin production of your skin, which helps to even out your skin tone. It also reduces the dark spots, blemishes and any kind of redness on your skin.
