Neem leaves have anti-bacterial properties which are why it works wonders on infections, burns and any kind of skin problems.
It destroys the bacteria that cause infections, stimulates the immune system, and encourages rapid healing.
Here are some excellent ways in which we can use neem leaves:
Wound healer: Make a paste out of the neem leaves and dab it on your wounds or insect bites a few times a day till it heals.
Goodbye dandruff: Boil a bunch of neem leaves till the water turns green, allow it to cool. After washing your hair with shampoo, cleanse it with this water.
Eye Trouble: Boil some neem leaves, let the water cool completely and then use it to wash your eyes. This will help any kind of irritation, tiredness, or redness.
Treat that zit: Grind a few neem leaves, make a paste and apply it daily till the acne dries out. The paste also helps any kind of eruption, dark spots, and chronic ulcers.
Ear ailments: Blend some neem leaves and add some honey to them. Use a few drops of this mix to treat any ear boils.
Other skin disorders: Turmeric combined with a paste of neem leaves can also be used for itching, eczema, ringworms, and some mild skin diseases.
Boost immunity: Crush some neem leaves and take them with a glass of water to increase your immunity.
However, do not drink if you are trying to conceive because it harms the sperm. Nursing and pregnant woman should avoid it too, as it used for birth control and can cause a miscarriage. Long term usage is not safe and always check your blood sugar level as it is reported to extremely lower the blood sugar level.