Neem Organic Oil
Neem oil, or neem, is one of the most important and widely used Ayurvedic herb in India. Recognized for centuries for its exceptional virtues, it is mentioned in Indian sacred texts. It is a vegetable oil obtained from the seeds of a tree native to India and Burma called Margousier.
USE IN:
- Oils
- Lotions
- Balms
- Ointments
- Gels
More information
INCI name: Melia azadirachta seed oil
Botanical name: Melia azadirachta
Plant part: Seeds
Obtaining process: First cold pressing by grinding and pressing the seeds
Origin of the plant: India
Qualities
- Antibacterial
- Antimicrobial
- Antiseptic
- Antiparasitic
Contains
- Omega 9
- Omega 6
Skin type
- Aging skin
- Blemished skin
- Dry skin
- Normal skin
- Oily skin
Usage tips
Uses: Cosmetic
Mixed with essential oils, other vegetable oils or oily active ingredients
As the fatty phase of an emulsion (cream)
- Purifying
- Protects hair from back to school
- Soothing
- Emollient
- Nourishing
Examples of use:
- Care of problem skin (pimples, imperfections, redness, etc.)
- Back to school hair care
- Home/garden maintenance products
Can be used neat for skin infections or as insect repellent; could be included in carrier oil blends at 10%-20%.
Precautions for use
External use only.
Always test your preparation in the elbow crease 24 hours before use.
This oil is powerful and can be irritating. To be used preferably diluted in another vegetable oil, do not use in pregnant or breastfeeding women and in children under 3 years old.
Oil which may be partly solid at room temperature. Tip: pass the bottle under a stream of hot water to liquefy the oil if necessary.
Consult a specialist for any other indications.
Quality
Quality: Virgin oil, 100% natural, first cold pressed, without any chemical treatment.
Cultivation: Organic. *100% of the ingredients come from organic farming. Controlled manufacturing process. Characteristics certified by Bureau Veritas Certification – 92046 PARIS LA DEFENSE according to the I-305 standard “organic cosmetic products and ecological cosmetic products” available on www.bureauveritas.fr/besoin/certification-i-305
Appearance: Clear liquid
Color: Brown to greenish brown
Odor: Characteristic, strong and spicy
Density: 0.921-0.965
Oxidative potential: not very sensitive to oxidation. Store away from air and light.
Certification
Certified Cosmebio France (Cosmos Organic)
100% natural product
We offer it in cosmetic and food quality
Not tested on animals
Raw materials compliant with respect for the environment
Without material from petrochemicals
We favor small producers, artisans and fair trade
Packaging & storage
Store away from air and light
Shelf life (DLUO): 12 months after opening
Packaging: amber glass bottle (50ml)/amber PET plastic and black service cap (100ml and 500ml) recyclable and reusable
Paper label from sustainably managed forests (FSC)