For centuries, neem oil has been considered sacred across its native India. The tree is a symbol of protection, and its oil is still used to help protect our skin from the effects of ageing, environmental damage, and insects.

Organic neem oil uses

There are many uses for neem oil, so let’s start with its applications in skincare routines. Neem oil contains fatty acids and antioxidants making it a great all-rounder for looking after the skin. Believed to help to tackle the signs of ageing in mature skin, ensure you include a few drops of neem oil in an anti-ageing facewash or your everyday moisturise to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

You’ll often find neem oil in family first aid kits, and that’s because it’s claimed to promote the healing of wounds. Apply a few drops to cuts and grazes to help encourage speedy healing and protect the wound from infection. Neem oil may be potent, but it rarely triggers reactions when applied straight to the skin.

Neem oils antibacterial properties make it a powerful oil for those with skin conditions. Our organic neem oil helps to discourage the growth of harmful bacteria on the skin, and regular use can help to reduce acne breakouts. Mix a few drops with water and use as a simple, daily face wash to help keep problem skin under control. Neem oil is used to tackle many skin conditions around the world, including psoriasis, eczema, and ringworm.

Organic neem oil benefits

Neem oil is a secret saviour for our hair as well as our faces. Blend organic neem oil with sweet almond oil and massage gently into the hair and scalp. Leave to work its magic for half an hour and rinse off to enjoy healthy-looking hair and a flake-free scalp. Rich in antioxidants, neem oil is also thought to help stop hair from thinning so it’s a great oil to start using after a certain age…just in case.

The fatty acids present in neem oil help to keep long hair looking hydrated. Blend a few drops of neem oil with your usual conditioner to keep it feeling beautifully nourished and looking fabulous. Better still, the antifungal properties in neem oil will work to keep your scalp free from dandruff.

Neem oil is often overlooked in massage blends, but with its antibacterial, antiseptic and skin-friendly properties, it’s well worth adding a drop or two of neem oil to any homemade massage blend. That way, the clever compounds in the oil can get to work on your skin and give a little boost to its appearance as well.

Organic neem oil facts

Botanical name	Azadirachta indica
Extraction method	Cold pressed
Plant part	Seeds
Colour	Brown
Aromatic scent	Neem oil has an earty, rich, musty smell