Neem Oil

Scientific Name- Azadirachta indica

Origin- India

Method of production- Cold pressed

Color- Yellow to reddish brown

 

Neem oil is a vegetable oil pressed from the fruits and seeds of the neem , an evergreen tree which is endemic to the Indian subcontinent and has been introduced to many other areas in the tropics.

Neem oil varies in color depending on the number of days the seeds are soaked in water; it can be golden yellow, yellowish brown, reddish brown, dark brown, greenish brown or bright red. It has a rather strong odor that is said to combine the odors of peanut and garlic. It is composed mainly of triglycerides and contains many triterpenoid compounds, which are responsible for the bitter taste.

Neem oil contains at least 100 biologically active compounds. Among them, the major constituents are triterpenes known as limonoids, the most important being azadirachtin. Some components present include meliantriol, nimbin, nimbidin, nimbinin, nimbolides, fatty acids (oleic, stearic, and palmitic), and salannin. The other parts of the neem tree contain less azadirachtin, but are also used  for oil extraction.

The main chemical constituents of neem Carrier Oil are oleic Acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, linoleic acid, vitamin C, and carotenoids.

The neem oil is wondrous oil for our skin and hair.

Key Benefits

1. Maintain the softness, suppleness, and radiance of skin and hair.
2. Stimulate the growth of thicker, longer, and stronger hair
3. Reduce the appearance of aging, such as premature wrinkles and fine lines.
4. Eliminate dandruff and thereby support hair growth
5. Boost immunity.
6. Exhibit anti-oxidant properties.
7. Prevent joint inflammation, stiffness, and pain.
8. Have cleansing properties that purge dirt, sweat and excess sebum from hair and skin.
9. Condition and protect hair from damage without diminishing luster or making it feel heavy.
10. Facilitate wound healing.
11. Exhibit anti-inflammatory properties.
12. Soothe acne and reduce chances of future outbreaks.
13. Promote moisture retention in skin and hair.
14. Exhibit anti-oxidant activity.
15. Delay the appearance of aging.
16. Repair and improve the appearance of damaged tissue such as scars, acne, and wrinkles.
17. Protect skin and hair against environmental toxins such as those found in air pollution.