9 Best And Amazing Ways To Use Neem For Skin And Hair

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Today everyone knows what is good for them. What will make there body better and what will not. And so is with the skin care. We know what are the things that can harm our body and skin. There was a time when we were much attracted towards the products available in the markets. But the chemicals used in such products has deteriorated the skin condition. And then we start questioning our decisions and choices. 

Many of us know the benefits we get from neem tree. And so we blindly trust anything that has neem in it.

But is using products that has neem in it be more beneficial than using it directly?

Whenever I had any kind of skin condition, my mother would always suggest me to use neem in my day to day routines. I would apply a neem facepack, or use it in my bath water, and it would always benefit me. 

So here in this blog, I'll be sharing some amazing diys you can do using neem leaves powder. (Also read: Most effective diys to get glowing skin)

Now first of all, you can either purchase neem powder that are easily available in local market, or you can prepare it by yourself at home. 

To prepare neem leaves powder at home, simply sundry required amount of leaves. When they are completely dried, either crush them and seive them or use a grinder. 

Note: It is important to wash the leaves before drying to remove all the dirt and pollutants from it. While drying, properly cover the vessel in which the leaves are kept to protect them from the dust and insects. 

Toner

You'll need:

Neem leaf powder

Water

Method:

1. Take required amount of neem leaves in a container. 
2. Wash them properly. 
3. Put them in another vessel and add water to it. 
4. Let it boil for 15 min. 
5. After 15 min switch off the gas and let it cool. 
6. After the water cools down, strain it out and store this water. 
7. To use it, dip a cotton pad in this water and wipe your face or body from it. 

Scrub

You'll need:

Besan

Sandalwood powder 

Neem powder 

Rose water / honey or milk

Method:

1. Take 2 teaspoon full of besan in a bowl. 
2. Add 1 teaspoon of sandalwood powder to it. 
3. Now add 1 teaspoon of neem powder and mix it properly. You can even store this mixture in a container at this stage. 
4. If you have oily skin, add rose water or honey or milk, if you have dry skin. 
5. Prepare a thick paste from it. 
6. Apply it all over your face and neck.
7. Let it sit for 5 min and then start scrubing in circular motion. 
8. Do not do it too harsly as it might irritate your skin. 
9. Wash it off using cold water. 

Note: Do a patch test if you're using honey. 

For Acne prone skin

You'll need:

Neem powder 

Turmeric 

Honey / rose water 

Method:

1. In a spoonful of neem powder, add a pinch of turmeric powder to it. 
2. Use honey if you have dry skin or rose water if you have oily skin and prepare a thick paste out of it. 
3. Apply this paste evenly on your face.
4. Keep it on for around 25 to 30 minutes. 
5. Wash it off using cold water. 

Note: Do a patch test before applying. Some people can have allergic reaction towards turmeric. 

Inflammation 

You'll need:

Neem powder 

Rose petal powder 

Cucumber juice

Method 

1. In 2 teaspoons of neem powder add 1 teaspoon full of rose petals powder. 
2. Mix them thoroughly. 
3. Add cucumber juice and prepare a thick spreadable paste of it. 
4. Apply this paste evenly on your face, neck and under the eye. 
5. Let it sit for 10 to 15 min. 
6. Wash it off using cold water. 

Note: You can easily prepare rose petal powder at home or your can also purchase it from local market. To prepare rose powder at home simply sundry some rose and then prepare fine powder using grinder. 

Moisturising pack

You'll need:

Neem powder 

Honey

Method:

1. Take required amount of neem powder in a bowl. 
2. Add honey to form a thick paste. 
3. Apply this paste on your face for around 15 to 20 min. 
4. Wash it off using cold water. 

Note: Do a patch test before including honey in your diys. 

Blemishes 

You'll need:

Neem powder

Lemon juice

Pinch of tumeric

Method:

1. In a teaspoon full of neem powder add a pinch of turmeric powder. 
2. Add around 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice to it. 
3. Prepare a spreadable paste of it. You can add more lemon juice or rose water to adjust the consistency. 
4. Apply this paste on your face and neck. 
5. Let it sit for 10 to 15 min. 
6. Wash it off using lukewarm water. 

Note: Do a patch test before including lemon juice or turmeric powder in your diys. Some people can be allergic to them. 

Brightening 

You'll need:

Papaya pulp

Neem powder

Method: 

1. Take 3 teaspoons of papaya pulp in a bowl. 
2. Add 1 1/2 teaspoon of neem powder to it. 
3. Whisk them properly to get a paste like consistency. 
4. Apply this paste evenly on your face and neck. 
5. Let it sit for 30 minutes. 
6. After 30 minutes wash it off using cold water. 

Dandruff 

You'll need:

Neem powder 

Amla or Indian gooseberry powder 

Reetha or Indian soapnut powder

Curd

Method:

1. Take 1 teaspoon of amla powder in a bowl. 
2. Add 1 teaspoon of reetha powder and 1 teaspoon of neem powder to it. 
3. Mix them properly. 
4. Prepare a thick spreadable paste using curd. 
5. Apply them evenly on your hair, from roots to the tips. 
6. Keep it on for an hour or more or till the mixture dries. 
7. Wash it off using cold water. 

Premature greying 

You'll need:

Yogurt 1/2 cup

Neem powder 

Method:

1. Take 1/2 cup of yogurt in a bowl. 
2. Add about 1/4 cup of neem powder to it. 
3. Mix them properly. 
4. Apply this paste evenly on your hair from roots to the tips. 
5. Let it sit for an hour or so. 
6. Wash it off using lukewarm water. 

Note: Use lukewarm water to wash your hair. Avoid using hot water as it might damage your hair. 

Use these diys once or twice a week on regular basis. 

These are the most effective diys. I have personally used some of these diys and have actually got some positive results from them. Do try them out.