Benefits of Neem Oil

The benefits of Neem Oil are many. This highly functional oil has powerful antiviral and antibacterial properties as well as being an effective pesticide, fungicide and germicide which makes it a valuable component for a variety of agricultural as well as household, personal care, and medicinal purposes. It is used to kill and repel bugs in gardens and fields and for humans, it is effective for treating skin problems like acne, eczema, psoriasis, scabies and joint pains. People also use it to deter mosquitoes, flies, fleas, ticks, mites and head & body lice.

Neem Oil is derived from neem fruit seed. Good quality oil is cold pressed from the seed kernel of fruit seeds that have been de-pulped, washed, dried and decorticated. Pure Neem oil is rich in fatty acids with a strong garlicky pea-nutty smell that some people find offensive – others get used to it and even love it for it’s wonderful properties.

Neem oil uses are numerous, yet many people, especially in the Western world have never even heard of it.

Skin Care

The oil from Neem is used in a variety of lotions, soaps, salves and cosmetics.It can be extremely beneficial to those who suffer from various skin conditions like psoriasis, eczema and acne. Its astringent properties are said to promote the healing of minor cuts and wounds.

Neem Oil Skin and Nail Care Products can effectively relieve dry itchy skin. Its anti fungal properties can also provide effective relief for problems with nail fungus.

This summer, I was having trouble with skin breakouts and was also getting little whiteheads on the upper part of my eyelid. I started applying just a dab of Neem Facial Serum every night before bed and the whiteheads cleared up very quickly.

For healthy blemish free skin, start by cleansing with this Neem Soap. Then moisturize with Neem Skin Cream.

For problem skin conditions such as dermatitis, I recommend that you try this soothing X-Balm which might even help minimize the appearance of wrinkles and old scars.

Hair Care

The oil is also effective for relieving dry and itchy scalp, and dandruff, and for giving you silky, shiny hair. It is claimed by some to relieve symptoms of scalp psoriasis and even encourages hair growth.

It is also a chemical free non toxic alternative to get rid of head lice.

Pet Care

Neem is also used in a variety of pet care products. Neem Pet Care Products may be helpful to deter ticks and fleas as well as controlling mange, hot spots, scabies and other skin diseases in animals.

Garden Care

Since the oil of Neem has potent compounds that kill and repel insects, it has many garden uses. If you garden, or have house plants, you will want to learn about using nontoxic. Neem oil insecticide. which offers a cost-effective and non-toxic alternative to chemical pest control in both your plants and for your yard.

Be sure to check out the Outdoor Botanical Spray and gel if you are looking for a natural insect repellent which is Deet free, as well as a natural way to sooth the itch of bug bites when they do occur.

Neem oil benefits are many and fortunately, you can enjoy its varied uses even if you don't have a Neem tree in your back yard. Visit the link below to learn more about Neem Products.

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Do not self diagnose. Consult your doctor. The above information is not intended to take the place of professional medical advice. Neem products should not be used on young children, or by any adult trying to conceive a child. The oil should never be taken internally.

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