6 amazing benefits of neem for your skin, hair with some home remedies

Today, I would be sharing with you some home remedies which use neem leaves. Neem is the best natural medicine available. It can take care of things from skin disorders to health problems. We will talk about the beauty aspects of neem.

• I know this one is the most difficult. Chew everyday 2-3 leaves of Neem. I know it sounds disgusting. Believe me, it tastes really horrible. I have done it. At last, I could not bear to chew so I started swallowing the leaves. Wash them properly before in taking them. Do not boil them. A help would be take them with honey or jaggery. And, follow it up with a glass of water. Do not worry if you vomit in the starting days. Your body and taste buds will adapt gradually to it. And, the results are too good to ignore. In take of neem leaves would clean your system internally, improve the body metabolism and toxins elimination process. It would clean your blood of impurities and as a result, give you a clear skin. It even helps you get rid of constipation and improves your immune system. 
• You can boil neem leaves in water and pour the water in your bath tub or use it for bathing. It would get rid of all skin disorders gradually. It helps in getting rid of bacteria at private parts and even the repelling body odor.
• If you get any skin allergy, boil the neem leaves and apply the water on the allergy after letting it cool. Chilled will work even better. It will soothe your skin. And, the allergy will subside in a day or two. Last September, I had got this severe allergy which my dermatologist could not even diagnose. It had subsided with application of neem water.You can even apply neem paste on your allergies. I think it should be more effective.
• You can store the neem water in small batches and use it to make face packs. It would be great help with pimples and acne.
• If you get hold of neem oil, it treats acne really quick. Applying neem oil keeps your skin safe from any bacteria and fungal infection.
• Of course, I forget to mention. Chewing neem leaves would help with cleaning your teeth also. And, just in case, you are thinking that you can substitute neem leaves with neem water. Do not do that. Because, when you boil neem leaves, a strange pungent odor comes which will repel you from drinking the water. Surely, you would even lose you apetite, the odor is that strong.
• You can make a neem face pack by grinding the neem leaves with some water. It is a great face mask for anti-bacterial purposes. It heals acne really quick.
• In case of any nicks and cuts, injuries and skin burns, you can apply neem oil, neem water or neem leaves paste over it. It gives great relief.
• Neem can also be a part of the refreshing face spray. 
• Dry the neem leaves well under sun and powder them. Make small pouches containing the powder and put several of these pouches in your cupboards. Your cupboards would be free of moth infestation. And, you do not have to bother with changing the pouches everyday. They will work up to an year. You can replace them again after an year. You may put your favorite essential oil in the neem leaves powder to impart a pleasant fragrance to your cupboards and clothes.

 Neem leaves have antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral properties and hence they are quite effective on skin infections. They also soothe irritation and reduce inflammation without drying the skin.

Steps:

1.     Boil a few neem leaves till the time they turn soft.
2.     You will notice the water turning green because of the discolouration of the leaves.
3.     Strain this water and add some of it in your bath water.
4.     Regularly taking bath with this water will help in keeping skin infections in-check.

Addresses acne problems

Acne is a result of overactive sebaceous glands and the clogging of pores due to dirt and bacteria. Neem can come in handy as it not only keeps oil secretion in control but also fights any infection thereby clearing acne and preventing new ones.

Steps:

1.     First boil a few neem leaves in water (as explained before).
2.     Dab a cotton ball in that water and then apply it evenly on your face.
3.     You can also use a neem-cucumber face pack or neem-yoghurt face pack to keep a check on excessive oil secretion by sebaceous gland. If your skin is acne-prone, follow these useful tips.

Natural skin toner

When used regularly, neem works as an excellent agent to prevent wrinkles and fine lines. It works effectively on skin pigmentation as well. Strained neem water also helps in lightening acne scars and lesions caused due to skin conditions. It helps in firming the skin.

Steps:

1.     Boil neem leaves and strain the liquid.
2.     Let it cool off and then apply it on your skin every night.
3.     If you have oily skin, you can add a few drops of rose water to it and apply.
4.     Wash your face in the morning for beautiful, soft skin.

Remedy for dry skin

A neem pack is quite effective in taking care of excessively dry skin. it has moisturising properties which help keep dry skin from getting rough and itchy.

Steps:

1.     Take some neem powder and add a few drops of grape seed oil in it.
2.     Apply this evenly on your face and leave it on for a couple of minutes before you rinse it off with cold water.
3.     Do this once or twice a week to see a difference. You could also try these home remedies for dry skin.

Reduces blackheads and large pores

Neem provides an effective remedy in tackling problems such as blackheads, whiteheads and large pores. To combat these problems, you will need to prepare a mixture of neem leaves and orange peel. You should also follow these expert tips to shrink large, open pores.

Steps:

1.     Pound the two to make a pulp.
2.     Add a few drops of honey, soy milk and yoghurt to it.
3.     It is recommended that you apply this face pack at least thrice a week to notice results.
4.     If you only have blackheads, apply some neem oil on the affected area.

Keeps hair troubles at bay

The antibacterial and antiseptic properties of neem come in handy while dealing with scalp conditions. Neem oil helps in hair growth and also fights dandruff.

Steps:

1.     Massage neem oil on your hair roots without breaking your hair strands.
2.     This will take care of your hair thinning problems as well.
3.     For dandruff control, apply a mixture of neem powder and water on your scalp
4.     Leave it for an hour before you shampoo your hair.

If you are unable to find neem leaves, you can buy neem powder from any Ayurvedic store and use it instead of the leaves. If you are using neem leaves, make sure you wash them with plain water before boiling them to get rid of any dirt.