This week we are taking a closer look at Neem Oil. In preparation of our Valentine’s Day Pomegranate Love Affair Treatment; where there is a warm oil scalp massage using the Dr. Hauschka Neem Hair Oil, we thought it proper to indulge you with some know how of Neem.

Neem - Melia Azadirachta is a tree native to India, Pakistan, Myanmar, Bangladesh and other sub-tropical regions. In East Africa it is called; Mwarobaini in Swahili meaning; the tree of the 40 because it is thought to treat up to 40 different diseases. Most commonly it has been used for centuries in cooking, Ayurvedic medicine and for hair and nail care.

It is anti-microbial, anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory. It’s strengthening to keratin protein, making it ideal for hair and nails. Neem leaf extract stimulates circulation to the scalp and supports hair growth and discourages flaking and irritation of the scalp. Traditional Indian hair treatments use a neem tea rinse for hair loss and packs of neem leaf pulp for conditioning. Poultices and washes are applied to skin wounds, infections and eczema. Neem is so gentle it is used internally for gastritis and as an eye wash.

We carry both a Dr. Hauschka Neem Oil for the hair and scalp as well as one for the nails. Both are extremely beneficial and have become quite popular especially during the long, dry months of winter.

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