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All parts of the Neem tree such as leaves, flowers, fruits, roots and bark have been used traditionally since ancient times to treat inflammation, infections, fever, skin diseases and dental problems. Neem leaves may be bitter, but they are beneficial in every way, from eating to applying on the skin. Neem is also consumed to manage high blood sugar. Due to being rich in medical properties, Neem is used in many products ranging from medicines. It is helpful in getting rid of many skin problems like blemishes, acne, infections.
According to the National Library of Medicine, Neem (Azadirachta indica) leaves and its components have immune-modulatory, anti-inflammatory, anti-hypertensive, anti-ulcer, anti-malarial, anti-fungal, antibacterial, antiviral, antioxidant properties. So let us know how we can use Neem for the skin.
apply neem face pack
To keep the skin glowing, shiny, soft and to get rid of pimples, make a face pack by grinding neem leaves and adding a little multani mitti, a pinch of turmeric, sandalwood powder, rose water and a little aloe vera to it. This face pack should be applied twice a week. After applying for 20 to 25 minutes, clean your face and apply moisturizer. This face pack gives good results in a few days.
Neem will make the scalp healthy
If your scalp is unhealthy then hair starts falling. Neem oil and the juice of its leaves make the scalp healthy and prevent infections from growing. If dandruff persists then applying neem oil on the scalp is beneficial. It is also effective in getting rid of lice.
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Bark will get rid of pimples
Neem bark should be rubbed on a stone with milk or rub it with rose water. Apply this paste on those places where there are pimples or blemishes. It is also helpful in reducing skin infections. Like there are rashes or small pimples have appeared. Even if there is itching on the skin, neem bark paste can be applied.
take bath with neem water
To keep the skin healthy, boil a handful of neem leaves in water, filter it and then take a bath with this water after it remains lukewarm. Due to this, the overall skin from your face to hands and feet remains healthy. Due to this, the possibility of problems like ringworm, itching etc. is greatly reduced.
Neem will clean the blood
Are troubled by skin related problems like getting pimples every day. If you have spots on your face, you can chew 3-4 neem leaves every morning on an empty stomach. This purifies the blood and makes the skin naturally glowing from within and also makes the skin clean. However, if you have diabetes or any other health issue, you must consult your doctor before consuming Neem.