Neem oil BIO

Origin: India

Neem is a medium-sized, evergreen tree native to India, now also found in Africa, Australia, and parts of Asia. This hardy tree grows even in poor soils at altitudes up to 1,500 m above sea level. Its wood is resistant to termites, making it widely used in construction.

The main active compounds are azadirachtin, nimbin, nimbidin, and salannin – these have pronounced antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antifungal, insecticidal, and antiseptic effects.

The oil is obtained by cold-pressing its fruits, which closely resemble olives and contain up to 45% oil. It is widely used in cosmetics for making creams, ointments, balms, shampoos, lotions, soaps, and toothpastes, as well as in pet care products.

It is used to soothe skin problems. It is especially effective in eliminating head lice and dandruff, and when used in aromatherapy it creates a cleansing effect. It was once even used to treat tetanus. The oil is typically brownish in color (or similar shades) and has a moderately strong, earthy scent somewhat reminiscent of peanuts. It is not used for cooking, but only for external use and cosmetic purposes. Recent findings also suggest that the oil may help with rheumatic conditions.

Neem oil begins to solidify at temperatures below 21 degrees Celsius; in this case, place the bottle of oil in warm water for a few minutes to liquefy it again. The oil has a very bitter taste.

All our butters and oils are intended for cosmetic use only!