Neem paste for hair

Neem tree has medicinal properties that have been used for centuries all over India. Neem stems have been used as an alternative to toothbrushes for centuries in traditional households. 

Neem oil is famous for treating dandruff and hair fall. You can also consume neem leaves for treating acne issues. Neem is infused with anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. Neem leaves also have anti-inflammatory properties that help in blood purification that helps in treating dandruff and hair fall from within. 

All parts of neem are equally effective and productive, neem oil, however, is extracted from the leaves, seeds, and fruits as all are equally potent with the goodness of neem. 

Neem is packed with the goodness of vitamin E, fatty acids, triglycerides, and limonoids. These are great as they nourish hair fibers, hydrate them thoroughly, and make them stronger to promote the growth and lustrous hair. 

Benefits of neem for your hair 

Neem is a one-stop destination for all your hair-related problems, here are some of the various benefits of Neem.

Promotes hair growth 

Neem promotes healthy hair growth and regenerates the damaged hair follicles, it also works best on environmental factors like pollution and stress. If you want better hair growth then it is advised that you use Neem regularly. 

Neem is also proven beneficial to people dealing with scalp psoriasis which can lead to permanent balding if left unnoticed. You can use neem with a carrier of your choice, mix equal parts of both and gently massage the in your scalp. You can leave them on for 1 hour and then rinse them off with a natural shampoo. 

Provides conditioning to dry hair 

Neem also helps in nourishing and conditioning dry hair, it contains a variety of fatty acids like linoleic, oleic, stearic acid which help in hydrating the scalp from within. 

Neem is also a good product for brittle and frizzy hair, it will add a natural shine to your hair and will revitalize its strength and durability. 

Helps with dandruff

Dandruff and itchy scalp go hand in hand, with neem’s antifungal properties you can say bye to your flaky scalp. Neem will not only help in clearing out dandruff but will also help with the itching and inflammation. 

Use neem regularly to see a difference in your dandruff and itching. 

Helps in getting rid of Lice

Neem is known for a lot of things but one of the things it’s most effective on is lice. Neem contains azadirachtin, an insecticidal ingredient that helps in killing lice and restoring a healthy scalp. 

Apply neem overnight on your scalp and comb your hair the next morning to remove all the dead lice, rinse your scalp after this. If you still notice a few lice remaining then you can repeat this process once again to get rid of all the lice.

Helps in treating scalp infection 

Neem is known for its healing properties, it also helps in maintaining the scalp’s pH balance. It provides your scalp with a soothing and relaxing after effect.

Neem is perfect for the summer season as it will unclog your pores and give you a fresh feeling. You can also buy products that are infused with neem properties like neem shampoo, neem hair mask. Make sure you read about the product well before purchasing. 

Reduces premature greying of hair 

Premature greying of hair occurs due to hormonal imbalance. Neem makes sure your scalp gets all the vital nutrients. Neem will help in preventing your hair from greying. 

Ways in which you can use neem for your hair 

After mentioning all the various benefits of Neem let us talk about some of the easy ways in which you can use Neem on your hair and obtain all its benefits. 

Neem oil 

Neem oil is easily available in the market, so all you need is to buy a brand that you can trust. Well, neem oil is very potent and has a pungent smell to make sure you dilute it with another oil of your choice. You can heat the oil for a few minutes and then gently massage it into your scalp and leave it on for the night. Rinse it off the next morning with a mild shampoo. 

Neem water 

Neem water is not only good for the scalp but is also great for your skin. Boil some neem leaves and stems in 4-5 cups of water and let them come to a boil. Let the water cool down, you can also store this water in a container and use it as a tonic for your skin or you can wash your hair with this water whenever you need to shampoo. The neem-infused water will help in clearing out your scalp and will reduce inflammation. 

Neem mask 

You can either make the neem mask at home or buy neem powder available in the market, it is up to you. If you are making the neem mask then you need to grind the neem leaves and add some water to make it into a mask-like consistency and apply it on your scalp, wrap a towel around your scalp and leave it on for 30-45 minutes rinse it off with a mild shampoo.

If you are buying the ready-made neem powder then all you need to do is add water and make it into a paste, apply it on your scalp and leave it on for about 30-45 minutes. 

Take Away 

Neem is very potent and has a lot of benefits if you use it wisely. We have mentioned some of the best and easy ways to use neem to treat all your hair problems. We hope you liked this article and will use neem according to your preference.