Neem oil is extracted from the tropical neem trees and has a wide history of various uses for skin and hair. It contains many health and cosmetic properties due to its high content of fatty acids and antioxidants.

Benefits of neem oil for hair

Neem oil contains enough fat to moisturize the hair and enhance its strength and shine. It also contains antifungals and bacteria, which make it sufficient to get rid of insects that may infect the scalp, such as lice. It also has effectiveness in getting rid of dandruff. It can benefit your hair in several ways, including:

• Promoting hair growth and lengthening.
• Moisturizing the scalp.
• Reducing the appearance of dandruff, because it contains “Nimbidin”, which treats some skin problems because it is anti-fungal.
• Getting rid of lice, and even their larvae, after less than 10 minutes of treatment.

How to use neem oil for hair

Neem oil is used topically on the hair, provided that it is diluted with a carrier oil before use. Examples of carrier oils include:

• olive oil.
• jojoba oil.
• Coconut Oil.
• Sweet almond oil.
• Argan oil.
• Avocado oil.
• Grape seed oil.
• Nigella sativa oil.
• Rosehip oil.

You can use it on hair in several ways, including:

1. Make a neem oil hair bath

1. Apply an appropriate amount of diluted oil to your scalp.
2. Massage the scalp well using the fingertips, in circular motions.
3. Leave the oil for half an hour.
4. Wash your hair the traditional way using water and shampoo.

2. Add neem oil to the shampoo

It is a good option for those who do not want to apply oils directly to their hair. And you can apply it by adding a few drops of the oil undiluted to your shampoo bottle.

Notice:

Before applying neem to the scalp, a sensitivity test must be done first, by following these steps:

1. Apply a small amount of diluted oil to the arm area from the inside, because the skin is thin in this place.
2. Cover the place after applying the oil to it with a bandage.
3. Wait 24 hours.

If you notice redness, itching, or any sign of irritation, avoid using it.

Benefits of neem oil for the skin

Neem oil is rich in many important elements for healthy skin because it contains fatty acids, vitamin E, triglycerides, calcium, and antioxidants.

When using it on the face or on the skin in general, make sure first that the oil is 100% pure and cold pressed. The original oil is characterized by a yellow color, and an unpleasant odor that resembles the smell of garlic or mustard. It is preferable to buy oil intended for use on the skin.

Before using the oil on your skin, you must do a sensitivity test first with the same steps previously explained in how to use it for hair. You can benefit from neem oil for the face in several ways, including:

1. Reducing the spread of acne

Thanks to its antibacterial properties, neem oil can prevent and eliminate breakouts, while reducing the appearance of pimples. You can use it to get rid of pimples as follows:

1. Gently pat the pimple-affected area using a cotton ball with a few drops of oil on it.
2. Leave the oil on your skin for 20 minutes before washing it off with water.

2. Moisturizing the skin

You can use it as a moisturizer that works as well as a skin moisturizer. By diluting the oil with any carrier oil, and applying it to the entire face to moisturize the skin.

Choose your preferred carrier oil from the oils mentioned above. You can also use a few drops of any essential oil, such as lavender, to get rid of the annoying neem smell.

3. Treating some skin diseases

Using neem oil can help treat some skin problems, such as:

• Eczema.
• psoriasis
• Skin rash.

4. Other benefits

Neem oil can also benefit your skin in several ways, including:

• Promote collagen production in the skin.
• Delayed appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.
• Reducing the appearance of scars and pimples.
• Wound healing speed.

Neem oil and aloe vera gel for the skin

If you do not prefer to use oils on your skin, you can mix a few drops of oil with an appropriate amount of aloe vera gel. Use the mixture all over the face to work on:

• Moisturizing the skin.
• Soothe the skin from any irritation or inflammation.
• Clearing the skin from grains and pimples.

Side effects of neem oil

Most people can use it safely, and without worry, if they use a small amount of it. However, neem oil may have some side effects such as:

• Allergic reaction: You can find out with an allergy test.
• vomiting.
• Breathing difficulty.

In addition, there is a risk of using it for some groups, including:

• pregnant.
• Lactating.
• children.
• People with autoimmune diseases: such as lupus.
• Surgery: Neem may lower the level of sugar in the blood, so it is preferable to avoid it before and after undergoing surgeries.
• Reduced fertility in men: There are studies that indicate that neem may harm sperm, so avoid using it if you are trying to conceive children.
• Organ transplantation: Some scientific studies have shown that neem can reduce the effectiveness of medications taken by people who have recently undergone an organ transplant. Its main purpose is to prevent the body from rejecting the new organ.