The Neem tree, which is a botanical cousin of mahogany, is well established in 30 countries but is native to India and Burma. It has an almost magical effect on chronic skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, scabies, acne, wrinkles, skin cancer, herpes and dermatitis. As well as doing wonders for chronic skin conditions, it is just as beneficial in the treatment of burns, diaper rash, sunburns as well as helping to heal simple cuts and abrasions. It has the ability to increase vascular permeability and increase blood flow around a wound and helps the body rapidly create collagen fibers to close the wound. The seeds, bark and leaves contain compounds with proven antiseptic, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal and immune enhancing properties among others.
Neem has been a major ingredient in skin care products of India for over 4,000 years. Its skin healing properties are outlined in some of the earliest Sanskrit writings. It aids in reducing fine lines and wrinkles by providing a natural moisturizer. Neem Oil is absorbed quickly and is beneficial in recovering the natural balance to dry skin. Applied to the scalp; extracts and oils can be used in the control of dandruff. Neem contains some of the most powerful anti-fungal plant extracts that are available for the control of fungal skin diseases that affect humans, including those that cause athletes foot, ringworm and Candida. Even today, India's Neem tree is known as the "Village Pharmacy" because of its miraculous healing powers.
Entomologists have seen remarkable results in the control of more than 200 species of insects using this natural pesticide. It has been used safely for centuries to repel and disrupt their growth and reproduction. Neem is an effective and desirable alternative to synthetic insect repellents because it is a natural vegetable oil; it has been proven to repel annoying and dangerous insects including the mosquito for up to twelve hours.