Neem (Azadirachta indica)

Neem (Azadirachta indica)

Updated 30 January 2024

Botanical characteristics

  • Botanical family: Meliaceae
  • Country of origin: India, South America
  • Distilled part: seeds
  • Production process: first cold pressing
  • Latin name: Azadirachta indica A.Juss.

Comedogenicity index: 1 (= low comedogenic)

Properties

  • Insect repellent, insecticide
  • Antibacterial
  • Antifungal
  • Nutritive, moisturising

Precautions

HOW TO USE

Cutaneous

Oral

AUTHORISED USERS

 Adults and adolescents

 Children under 6 years

 Pregnant and breastfeeding women

 Infants under 3 years old

 Infants under 3 years old

STORAGE

Store preferably in a cool place, away from light and heat.

Safety precautions

It is best to dilute neem oil in another vegetable oil for application to the skin, especially over a large area.

Neem oil should not be taken orally unless recommended by a doctor.

There is a risk of toxicity to the liver, kidneys, gastrointestinal tract and heart in large amounts and over long periods of time.

Neem oil is contraindicated for oral use by pregnant and lactating women and children under 6 years of age.

Its use through the skin should be diluted and controlled.

Consult a doctor if you are on immunosuppressive or anti-diabetic treatment or have autoimmune disorders.

Indications​

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