Neem has long vied for a top spot in many Ayurvedic medicines. Packed with several benefits when it comes to skin and hair care – from anti-inflammatory to anti-ageing and antiseptic, it’s hardly possible for anyone to be anti-neem. Whether you want to nix oil production or heal wounds and sun damage – the superstar ingredient can do it all.
Also known as ‘Sarva roga nivarini’ meaning the cure of all ailments, the list of beauty benefits of neem is nothing short of spectacular – a skin and scalp moisturiser, frizz fighter, blemish banisher, dark circle lightener, it’s even said to heal wounds, treat dandruff and protect against damage-causing free-radicals. If you’re curious about incorporating neem into your beauty routine but not quite sure where to start, we’re here to help. From harnessing its purest form to blending it with other natural elements, here’s how you can make neem your self-care hero!
4 DIYs Using Neem We Wish We Had Known Sooner
For A Gorgeous Celeb-Like Glow
You’ll Need:
- Neem Leaves
- Tulsi leaves
- Rose water
- Cloves
Method:
Step 1: To make the mask, grind together 1 cup of fresh neem leaves and tulsi leaves each into a mixer with 2 cloves.
Step 2: Add in some rose water as you deem appropriate till the mix forms a paste-like texture.
Step 3: All that’s left to do is slather the pack onto your face evenly and let it rest for about 20 minutes before rinsing it off with cold water.
A Detoxifying Cleanser
You’ll Need:
- Neem leaves
- Rose water
- Aloe vera
- Tea tree oil
Method:
Step 1: To whip up the cleanser, wash 4 to 5 sprigs of neem leaves and boil them in water.
Step 2: Strain the mixture and add 1 cup of rose water and 3 tablespoons of aloe vera to the concentrated neem extract.
Step 3: Top it off with a few drops of tea tree oil and store the solution in an airtight container for future use. This DIY will cleanse, moisturise, nourish, and soothe your skin – all at the same time.
A Bespoke Hair Conditioner
You’ll need:
- 20 neem leaves
- Curd
Method:
Step 1: Take some neem leaves, and grind them to form a paste.
Step 2: Next, add a cup of curd to the paste and apply it all over your scalp.
Step 3: Leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes and then rinse it off. This DIY will soften your tresses and strengthen your hair follicles.
To Curb Itchy Scalp
You’ll need:
- 30 to 40 neem leaves
- 1 to 1½ litres of water
Method:
Step 1: Take some water in a pan and bring it to a boil.
Step 2: Take it off the gas and add neem leaves to the water.
Step 3: Let it soak overnight and rinse your hair with neem water in the morning. This DIY will help curb the itchy scalp. Use this water 2 to 3 times a week to bid adieu to dandruff.
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