What are the benefits of Neem Oil

10 Benefits Of Neem Oil | What Is Neem Oil?

Neem Oil comes from the Neem Tree, also known as Azadirachta Indica. The Neem Tree is located in India, Southeast Asia, and other tropical and semi-tropical climates.

Neem oil comes from the seeds of the tree and can be gathered by a process called cold-pressing.

Cold-pressing ensures that no beneficial compounds or nutrients are lost.

Neem oil is a prevalent ingredient in many skin and hair products due to its high content of fatty acids.

Neem is typically used to help those with dry, itchy skin to help stop itching and moisturize. It's common to find Neem in lotions, creams, shampoos, and conditioners.

Neem oil also contains the compound known as Azadirachtin. This compound is used in insecticides and pesticides.

Azadirachtin is non-toxic to humans, making it the best natural pesticide and insecticide available on the market.

Organic farmers use Neem oil for the protection of crops from insects.

10 Benefits of Neem Oil

Zatural neem product collection

1. Safe

The number one benefit of neem oil is that it's safe. Whether you plan to add neem oil to skin or hair care products or use it in your garden, neem oil is safe.

Some synthetic pesticides work on contact, and it can leave build-up on the surrounding environment leaving behind a toxic residue.

Neem oil is biodegradable and non-toxic to the environment its safer for pets livestock birds other wildlife neem also degrades quickly in rainfall under rays of sun.

2. Organic Insecticide

It's no secret that there are bugs that plague crops or gardens. These tiny nuisances can kill plants by eating the leaves that collect sun and help our plants grow.

To kill these pests, we can't just use any pesticide or insecticide. We must use something that is organic and safe, so later, when we eat the fruits of our labor, we don't harm ourselves.

Neem oil is the answer. Neem is entirely safe for plants and humans. Even the Environmental Protection Agency has said:

"No risk to human health is expected from the use of Cold Pressed Neem Oil because of its low toxicity via all routes of exposure.

Cold Pressed Neem Oil has been used for hundreds of years to control plant insects and diseases.

EPA concluded that Cold Pressed Neem Oil is not a mutagen, and is not a developmental toxicant.

Based on the review and analysis of the guideline studies, no additional toxicity data are required to support food uses of this biochemical."(1)

Bugs eating the leaves of a plant. Does neem oil help with killing bugs

Neem works by killing all stages of an insect's development, including the eggs, larvae, and adults.

The active chemical in neem oil azadirachtin works in a few different ways to kill insects.

Neem oil works as a hormone disruptor, antifeedant, and it can suffocate. In a sense, neem oil will stop a bug dead in its track the moment it comes in contact with your plants. 

Neem will not create "Death Zones." Unlike other chemical insecticides, neem oil will only kill leaf chewing or sucking insects.

You won't have to worry about killing helpful bugs like Leafhoppers, Aphids, Scales, Mites, Caterpillars, Whiteflies, Mites, Thrips, Mealybugs.

Repel Insects

Man spraying leaves of plant. Neem plant spray

The beautiful thing about neem oil is that it not only kills bugs but it will also repel bugs. It's important to note that it may not repel all bugs, but it will most.

Those bugs that aren't repelled will soon die by contacting the neem oil found on the plant.

Because of these benefits, neem oil can be sprayed around doorways, windows, and other openings to repel insects that may try to enter your home.

You can also try soaking cotton balls in neem oil and tuck them into an area where insects tend to be prevalent.

You might also try adding a few drops of neem oil to your dog's shampoo to kill and repel fleas and ticks.

You can also create an all-natural flea spray by combining a dozen drops of neem oil, half a dozen drops of dish soap, and a cup of warm water.

Don't make too much at once. You should use it up within a couple of days while the neem scent is still strong.

4. Fungal Infestations

Zatural neem oil killing fungus on plant

Neem has also been known to kill and prevent fungus. Some common fungal diseases that Neem can assist with are Scab, Blackspot, Rust, Leaf spot, Tip blight, and anthracnose.

To prevent fungi from forming, try spraying plants once every 7 to 14 days until the fungus no longer appears.

If your plants are infected, spray once a week until fungi disappears, and then spray once every two weeks to keep it from coming back.

5. Assist With Head Lice

Like any other insect that feeds by sucking, neem can efficiently kill them.

Not only will neem oil help suffocate them, but it will also stop them from maturing/reproducing. Neem will effectively kill lice within a matter of a day.

The best way to apply neem oil to your scalp to help kill lice is by diluting it into a butter or hair care product.

Adding neem oil to any shampoo or conditioner works great as well. It can also be mixed with another carrier oil like MCT or Avocado oil and then applied to your scalp.

6. Protect Your Skin

Man with sunburn applying Zatural Neem Butter

Neem has been shown to work well for those with sensitive skin, but allergy testing is still recommended.

Neem oil is chock full of carotenoids and antioxidants that help protect your skin against the ravages of free radicals, which cause signs of aging such as wrinkles and age spots.

Although a genetic predisposition causes these two conditions, it is possible to reduce and manage symptoms properly.

Neem oil easily soaks into the skin to penetrate and provides a protective barrier to promote healing.

Neem oil is a strong oil and shouldn't be applied directly to your skin, and it's best if diluted.

Try mixing neem oil into your favorite body butter, face cream, or lotion. This oil can also be mixed with other carrier oils for topical application.

Neem also has benefits for your lips. Neem lip balms can help reduce inflammation, add a protective barrier, and moisturize. 

7. Heal and Moisturize

Neem extract provides excellent moisturizing and healing benefits for any skin type. It is rich in vitamin E and fatty acids that help improve skin elasticity and moisturizing.

Neem has also been shown to assist in the healing and reduction of scars. While it can be used with good effect on existing stretch marks, you should be aware that you should not use neem oil if you are trying to conceive, pregnant, or nursing a baby.

As mentioned above, for application ideas, mix neem oil with a carrier oil, lotion, cream, or body butter. Make sure to dilute neem oil before applying directly to your skin.

Women putting neem oil on her skin and face

8. Assist Acne With Neem Oil

The anti-inflammatory and analgesic agents in Neem help reduce the redness, swelling, and pain associated with acne outbreaks.

The fatty acids moisturize and nourish the skin, while the anti-bacterial properties fight the bacteria that cause acne.

Try adding a small concentration of neem oil to your acne care products. You can also easily make your acne face wash with aloe, alcohol, and neem oil.

9. Effective Anti-fungal Agents

Neem oil has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal benefits that kill microscopic organisms.

You can boost the effectiveness of your OTC anti-fungal cream by adding a few drops of neem seed oil, or you can try using neem oil on its own to fight ringworm, athlete's foot, and nail fungus.

Understand that you must use pure Neem consistently and over a long period to see positive results in fighting off fungus.

Women using Zatural Neem Oil for Hair

10. Conditions and Increase Hair Growth

Neem oil is packed with antioxidants that condition hair, prevent hair loss, and soothe a dry, itchy scalp.

Neem oil for hair can help support healthy hair follicle growth and division of skin cells. The consistent application can promote thicker and healthier hair growth.

Neem oil contains rich fatty acids that help lock in moisture into hair, keeping it hydrated and smooth.

If your scalp is often inflamed, neems anti-fungal properties can help soothe inflammation and dry itchy skin.

Try to condition your scalp by applying neem oil combined with coconut oil or olive oil directly to the scalp before washing.

Massaging the oil into your scalp will also help increase blood circulation and open up pores, which may help stimulate hair growth.

Rub a few drops between the palms of your hands and stroke neem oil through your hair to tame frizzy hair and impart an attractive shine. Both your hair and scalp will like it.

Adding neem oil for hair to your daily beauty routine and using it as a scalp conditioner will also help prevent, assist and even eliminate dry, flaky skin.

By combining a few drops of neem oil and a couple of tablespoons of olive oil or coconut oil, you can create an effective, affordable, all-natural hot oil application to assist and correct dry hair and split ends.

Conclusion

When it comes down to it, neem has many different uses, and that is most of the uses for just neem oil. The bark and leaves of the neem plant also have physical and medicinal benefits.

Neem can be used to protect your home and plants from pests, but it can also help your skin and hair. Rather than make your own products, Zatural has you covered with pre-made neem products.

Neem Garden Spray

Buy Zatural Neem gardening products

Neem Toicals

Zatural Neem Butter and other neem topicals

Neem Hair Care

Zatural Neem Hair Care
If you are looking to take a Neem product internally we would suggest taking a look at Neem LeavesNeem Seasoning Salt, or Neem Bark Powder.

Comments

Hi Jon,

Neem oil is a great option for assisting with mites. You will want to mix the neem oil with a lotion or carrier oil and then apply it to your hair and skin. We suggest carrier oils like avocado, coconut, or olive oil. Make sure to dilute the neem oil in a 1 to 10 ratio. Apply that mixture every 12 hours.

Have infestation of mites on my body
What do I do? What do I buy?
Bought bottle of Zatural India Neem Oil.
(Skin and Hair). How do I fight this?

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