Neem Powder
Aroma-Zone Organic Ayurvedic Neem Powder is a versatile natural ingredient, prized in home cosmetics for its purifying and balancing properties. Derived from the neem tree, a sacred tree of Ayurveda, this ancestral treatment is ideal for purifying skin and hair, while respecting the principles of natural beauty.
Description
This fine, green powder is obtained by grinding certified organic Neem leaves. It has a vegetal, bitter scent with a pungent flavor. In cosmetics, it is known for its purifying, astringent, and cleansing properties, particularly for combination, oily, or acne-prone skin. It regulates excess sebum and eliminates toxins , while soothing skin irritations.
How to use
Organic Neem powder is insoluble in water and oil, but it can be used in different ways:
- As a paste or poultice : mix the powder with hot water or another natural powder to obtain a consistency suitable for your treatment.
- In aqueous macerate : incorporate it into an infusion or decoction, then filter before using the liquid as an aqueous phase in your cosmetic formulations.
- In oily macerate : mix it with a vegetable oil, let it macerate, then filter to obtain a concentrated care oil.
It can be incorporated into masks, lotions, shampoos, treatment oils or even homemade toothpastes.
Composition
Organic Neem powder contains active compounds such as:
- Flavonoids (including quercetin)
- Terpenes and terpenoids (including nimbin, nimbinene, nimbandial, nimbolin)
- Insecticidal compounds (such as azadirachtin, salanin, meliantriol)
These elements give it its purifying, cleansing and balancing properties, ideal for skin and hair care.
Conservation
Store this powder in a dry place, away from air and light. Remember to close the container tightly after each use to preserve its quality.
Precautions for use
This powder is volatile: avoid handling it near a source of air or ventilation.
- Wearing a protective mask and goggles is recommended when using it to limit the risk of inhalation or eye irritation.
- Avoid contact with eyes. In case of splashing, rinse immediately and thoroughly with clean water.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Do not swallow.
- This product is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women, or for children under 3 years old.
- Being a highly concentrated powder, it is advisable to do a skin test in the crease of the elbow 24 hours before any application.
- If you experience tingling, redness, or a warming sensation, discontinue use and rinse immediately with water.
A true treasure of Ayurveda, organic Neem powder is an essential natural ally for purifying and balancing the skin and scalp. Its richness in plant-based active ingredients makes it a choice ingredient for your homemade treatments targeting blemishes, excess sebum, or irritated scalps. By incorporating it into your beauty routine, you are opting for an authentic approach that respects your skin and the environment.