Neem Powder

Neem powder is a natural herbal powder derived from the leaves, seed and bark of the neem (Azhadiracta Indica) tree. Natural neem powder is known for its anti-bacterial, anti-septic, and insecticidal properties and is used in a number of herbal cosmetic, health, and hygiene products. Neem leaf powder is put to many uses in industries ranging from cosmetics to oral care, from agriculture to medicine.

Types of Neem Powder

• Neem Bark Powder
• Neem Seed Powder
• Neem Leaf Powder

Uses and Benefits of Neem Powder

• Neem extract powder is used in agriculture to protect plants from insects and pest.
• Neem powder can also be applied as an organic manure.
• It is also used in veterinary medicine to cure worms, intestinal problems and other internal and external infections.
• Neem powder is used medicinally to reduce blood pressure and cholesterol.
• Neem powder acts as Mosquito-repellant.
• Neem powder is used for making tincture.
• It is used for making neem tea.
• It is also used as a bitter spice in foods.
• Neem powder can be applied topically to the skin for treating acne, psoriasis and eczema.
• Neem powder acts as an astringent and tones the skin.
• Neem powder helps in treating dandruff.

For more information on neem powder for skin and hair care, check out our article Neem Powder: Skin and Hair Treatment

Neem Powder used in Different Products

Neem powder is incorporated into cosmetics, face masks and herbal preparations and also used by Indian Pharmaceutical companies for making medicines. Some of the products in which neem powder is used along with other substances are as follows:

• Facial creams
• Medicated creams
• Capsules
• Pesticides and insectides
• Veterinary Products
• Personal hygiene products like soap and tooth powder
• Incense sticks
• Coils