Reviewed By: Kacie La
Cold-pressed from the seeds of the neem tree, neem oil has an abundance of uses and will quickly become a favourite product in your beauty routine.
The neem tree, also known as the Indian lilac, is native to northeastern India. A fast-growing evergreen, it is typically grown in tropical and semi-tropical areas, and its fruits and seeds are harvested to create versatile neem seed oil.
From improving the appearance of skin to helping protect plants and trees from insects, neem seed oil is an excellent, natural product to use in and around your home.
Read on to discover more about this fantastic skincare staple and how to capitalise on its many qualities.
What Is Neem Oil?
Neem oil is derived directly from the seed of the neem tree, also known as the Azadirachta indica. While the neem tree is native to India, it will happily grow in any tropical location, including Queensland. The oil varies in colour from green-brown to golden-yellow to dark brown, depending on the specific product and the extraction process used.
While neem oil forms an essential part of many people’s skincare routines, it also has a wide range of applications beyond this, including
- Soaps
- Hair products — shampoos, conditioners, and hair masks
- Insect repellants and natural fertiliser.
What Is Neem Oil Used For?
Few products are quite as versatile as neem oil, which has been used by people across the world for thousands of years for a variety of purposes.
Whether you’re looking to improve the appearance of your skin, achieve shinier-looking hair, or even are after a natural insect repellent to use in your home, neem oil is the product for you.
Neem oil for skin
Neem oil is a popular ingredient in many skin care products and can be combined with other oils to create a natural moisturiser.
Every day our skin encounters toxins that clog and damage pores, including dirt, pollution, and even the sun. Neem oil works to improve the appearance of skin damaged by these pollutants, soothing dry skin and increasing its radiance.
Neem oil for hair
Want to achieve shinier, stronger-looking hair? Neem oil could be the product for you.
Many customers find that combining neem oil with other products, including lavender essential oil, creates the perfect hair oil for bright, lustrous-looking hair.
Try for yourself today to see the difference!
Neem oil as a natural insect repellent
While not strictly part of your beauty routine, we thought it was worth touching on the other qualities and uses of neem seed oil. After all, it’s not often that you find a skin and beauty product that can also be used as a natural skin repellent, but neem oil certainly fits that bill!
The product has been used for centuries to help ward off insects and bugs and is a natural solution to this problem for those who don’t want to clog their home and garden with artificial pesticides.
Simply add a few drops of your neem seed oil to a spray bottle containing warm water and treat affected surfaces as required.
When Should I Use Neem Oil?
Neem oil is a simple and effective addition to your beauty routine. But when and how should it be applied?
Any time you are suffering from dry skin, neem oil could be an appropriate solution for you.
To start with, always patch-test neem oil before using it on your skin. Pop on a pair of disposable gloves and apply the oil to a small patch of skin on your arm using a cotton ball and wait 24 hours to ensure you don’t have an allergic reaction to the product.
Neem oil is very potent, so it is best applied to the skin in small, diluted doses. To benefit from the improved appearance of dry skin, try the following skincare procedure:
- Start by considering whether you want to mix neem oil with another carrier oil. This is particularly important if you are planning to use the product on a large part of your body. Try either grapeseed oil or coconut oil for this purpose.
- Your neem oil blend can then be gently dabbed onto the affected area and left for up to 20 minutes.
- The oil should then be washed off using warm water.
If, at any point, you notice redness or swelling on your skin, cease using the product and consult a doctor.
Is Neem Oil Safe On The Skin?
Answering this question is difficult without knowledge of your specific skin type and any pre-existing skin concerns you may have.
Many people find neem oil safe to use on their skin. As advised, always patch test before applying to a large area of your body to be certain you’re not going to experience an allergic reaction.
Neem oil should only ever be used externally.
Does Neem Oil Grow Hair?
We all want shiny-looking hair. Can neem oil be used to help achieve this?
Topical application of neem oil to your hair may result in an overall shinier, stronger appearance. As mentioned, neem oil is a particularly strong product, meaning you may choose to combine it with other ingredients, including coconut oil, to dilute it.
Your oil mixture can be applied to your hair for a period of time before being rinsed and removed.
Where Can I Buy Neem Oil?
By now, you’re no doubt pretty keen to add neem oil to your beauty routine as soon as possible. Well, the good news is that the easiest place to purchase neem oil is right here at N-Essentials. We offer pure neem seed oil in a range of sizes, including 100ml, 250ml, 500ml, 1 litre, and even 20 kg.
N-Essentials is your one-stop destination for a comprehensive range of natural skincare and beauty products, from bath salts to massage oils.
Whether you’re searching for neem seed oil or any other type of essential oil or carrier oils, N-Essentials has everything you need.
Browse our comprehensive collection of products online today, and be sure to contact our friendly customer service team if you have any questions.
