Amazing Benefits Of Neem

             Benefits and Uses of Neem

Neem Tree

                  

Neem is one of the miracle herbs that offer many health benefits. Also called as the ‘wonder leaf’, neem has many medicinal uses in Ayurveda. Its scientific name is Azadirachta Indica. In Indian households, neem is used in many forms, such as neem water, neem honey, neem soap, and neem oil. But the most convenient and common way to use neem is to make a paste of its leaves.

Preparing neem paste is very simple. Just grind fresh neem leaves with a little water and your neem paste is ready! If you do not get fresh leaves, buy dried neem powder from the market and make the paste by adding some water to it. Using neem paste regularly has many skin benefits. Neem is anti-septic, anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, anti-fungal and much more. All these properties help in healing many skin issues, diseases, and disorders.

Health Benefits

Asian populations use Neem leaf powder, Neem leaf oil, Neem pulp and seed oil, Neem tree bark and small Neem twigs for a wide array of medicinal and cosmetic purposes. The leaf powder and oil, mixed in either an aloe or vegetable base, is used topically in lotion, cream, and salve formats to treat skin ailments, to maintain smooth complexions and to moisturize the hands and body. Leaf oil shampoo is used for shiny hair and in the making of body wash and bars of soap to reduce skin irritations from harsh weather. Neem leaf powder in vegetable capsules is taken as an herbal supplement to support the immune system and as part of a regime to support healthy blood sugar levels. Neem powder tea is used for antibiotic and antiviral treatments. Neem pulp and seed oil is very concentrated and is not to be used internally. Liquid Neem seed oil is used in shampoo form for scalp conditions such as psoriasis and lice. The lotions and creams containing Neem seed oil can be used all over the body for dry or itchy skin and dermatitis. The creams and lotions are very popular in India and Pakistan as cosmetic skin care. Neem seed oil is used in nail polish to support smooth, shiny nails. Slender Neem tree twigs are used in Asia as toothbrushes. It is believed that the healing powers from the tree support good dental hygiene and aid in preventing gingivitis and periodontal diseases. Neem leaf extract is also used in the manufacturing of toothpastes.

Benefits of Neem

• Supports healthy skin and a clear complexion*
• Bolsters the immune system *
• Supports healthy blood sugar levels already in the normal range*
• Supports a healthy digestive environment in the GI tract*
• Encourages proper fat and water metabolism*
• Supports a clear breathing and a healthy respiratory system*
• Soothes and lubricates the skin (external use)*

                        

How to use Neem powder for skin 

To treat pimples : Mix some neem powder with equal quantity Tulsi powder and make a paste using rose water. Apply  the paste on the face, specially on the pimple affected areas. Let it dry and wash off. Use this pack thrice a week for best results.

To control excess oil : Neem powder can also contol excess oil of the skin. Make a paste of neem powder, lemon juice & yogurt. Apply it on the face and let it dry. Wash off. Apart from controlling excess oil, this pack also helps to prevent acne.

To get glowing complexion : Mix neem powder, rose petal powder, yogurt and some milk t make a smooth paste. Apply on the face and leave on for 20 minutes. Wash off. This will clear the complexion.

To lighten the blemishes : Make a paste using neem powder, sandalwood powder, tulsi powder and rose water. Use this face pack regularly to lighten skin pigmentation and blemishes.

To treat dry skin : Neem has moisturizing properties that can effectively cure skin dryness without making it too oily. Make a paste of neem powder and some water and add a few drops of grapeseed oil or almond oil to it. Regular usage of this face pack can restore skin’s softness and suppleness.

To treat Athlete’s foot & other fungal infections : Take a big bowl of boiling water and add one tsp of neem powder to it. Add a few drops of neem oil to the water. This liquid effectively cures athlete’s foot and other fungal infection on foot.      

5 Amazing Neem Face Packs For All Skin Types

                   

 

 Neem leaves have been used since ages for maintaining a healthy skin. For people suffering with regular skin problems like itchy skin, rashes, allergy and inflammation, neem is one of the best home remedies.

Neem Face Packs And Masks:

The following neem face packs benefits for all types of skin. Know what face pack you can try for your type of skin for a clear glowing skin.

1. Neem acne and blemish clearing face pack:

• Take about 2 teaspoons of the dried neem leaves and crush them gently to obtain the fine powder.

• To this, add 2 teaspoons of pure rose water and mix well. Then add 1 teaspoon of lemon juice and slowly mix to obtain a smooth paste. Lemon juice is known to lighten skin and reduce blemish marks on the skin. It also contains citric acid which is quite effective for treating acne and pimples.

• Rose water also has antibacterial and antiseptic properties which eventually cure acne.

• Apply this paste all over your face and gently scrub in circular movements. Keep for 15 minutes and rinse off with cool water.

• Use this face pack regularly once a day, to reduce the appearance of acne and reveal blemish free face.

 

2. Neem face pack for dry skin:

• Crush 2 teaspoons of dried neem leaves and add a teaspoon of whipped cream to it. It adds glow to dry and dull skin and helps to hydrate and moisturise the skin.

• Finally add half a teaspoon of turmeric powder and mix well. Turmeric is known for its antibacterial and antifungal properties. It protects the skin from many skin infections and also adds glow to the face.

• Apply the face pack and keep it on for 10 minutes. Rinse off with cool water and follow up with a cream based moisturiser to hydrate the skin. 

   

   

   

  Neem face pack for clear skin:

  • In a bowl, take 2 teaspoons of dried neem powder. In this, add 1 teaspoon of gram’s flour (besan). It revives dull skin, reduces acne and pimples, adds glow to the face and acts as one of the best cleansing agents.

  • Finally add a teaspoon of yoghurt and mix well to form a smooth paste. Apply this pack all over the face and keep for 20 minutes.

  • After the pack dries off, rinse with cool water. Repeat this procedure at least twice a week for clear and smooth skin.   

    

    4. Neem face pack for oily skin :

  • • Take 2 teaspoons of the dried neem leaves and add a teaspoon of yoghurt to it. We know that yogurt softens and moisturises the skin. It is also known for its bleaching and oil controlling properties. It absorbs the excess sebum produced and reduces the skin blemishes, making it ideal for oily skin beauties
  •  Add 1-2 teaspoons of pure rose water and mix well to form a paste. Apply and keep for 15 minutes. Rinse off with cool water after the pack dries.      

    5. Neem face mask for glowing skin:

    • Take a handful of neem leaves and tulsi leaves and keep them under direct sunlight for a day. This would draw out the entire moisture from the leaves thus making them completely dry. Crush the leaves gently to obtain fine powder.
  • Tulsi is known to reduce the appearance of dark spots and blemishes, reduce acne and makes skin health and glowing.
  • Finally add a teaspoon of honey and mix to form a paste. People with oily skin can add a teaspoon of sandalwood powder or multani mitti, which helps to soak the excess oil on the face.
  • Apply this neem pack for face all over and keep for 10-15 minutes and scrub gently in circular motions. Rinse off with cool water after the pack dries.