) or neem, is a tree native to India belonging to the Meliaceae family. When ripe, the neem tree can produce up to 50 kg of fruit, which is equivalent to 30 kg of seeds. Rich in azadirachtin, the oil extracted from the seeds is commonly referred
. As important as it is, azadirachtin is not the only active ingredient.
The properties of neem oil are specific:
- Anti-bacterial
- Antifungal
- Insect repellent
- Effective against tartar
Here are some instant recipes offered by Bioflore:
For acne-prone skin In a container, pour 6.5 ml of
aloe vera gel . With a mini-whisk, slowly add 3 ml of neem oil. Finally, incorporate 10 drops of
tee tree essential oil. Pour the preparation into a 10 ml roll-on applicator.
To repel insects Combine neem oil as an additional active ingredient with Bioflore's
Vade Retro composition. On the skin, to be used as is or to incorporate the whole in the base body milk.
As a parasite repellent (anti-lice mask)
For a volume of 10 ml: 4 drops of
super lavender essential oil, 4 drops of
tea tree essential oil, 2 drops of
clove essential oil, 3 ml of neem oil and 6.5 ml of
coconut oil. Apply for a few hours and then use a fine comb. To be renewed as regularly as necessary, until the nits disappear.
Homemade toothpaste The base of your toothpaste is
superfine white clay. Optionally add a little baking soda for the whitening effect. Slowly add a little water until you get a paste. Stir in some neem oil and an essential oil, which can be
peppermint ,
tea tree ,
cineole rosemary , etc.
To control mites or pests of ornamental plants and the garden In a spray, combine water and 5 to 10% neem oil. Shake vigorously before each spray.