Nimba (Indian Lilac)
Neem (Indian Lilac)
Azadirachta indica
Intensely bitter, deeply cleansing: the classic skin herb.
Neem tree · Tree · Parts: Leaf, Bark, Twig, Seed oil, Root bark
- Taste (rasa)
- Bitter, astringent
- Energy (virya)
- Cooling
- Balances
- Pitta, Kapha
What it is used for
Benefits
- Traditionally used for acne, eczema and fungal skin conditions
- Antibacterial action used in oral care and twig brushing
- Blood-cleansing (raktashodhaka) in classical texts
How much
Dosage
Short courses only: 250-500 mg powder daily for 2-4 weeks, then a break.
How to take it
Preparation & usage
Neem paste
Grind fresh leaves with a little water into a paste.
Topical on blemishes, 20 minutes then rinse
Neem wash
Boil leaves in water, cool and use the strained liquid as a rinse.
Daily for irritated skin or scalp
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Precautions
- Not for children, pregnancy or while breastfeeding
- Avoid long continuous internal use; can stress the liver
- May lower blood sugar and reduce fertility at high doses
Where this comes from
Sources
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