Neem Oil

Carrier Oil · Azadirachta indica

Neem Oil

The protective bitter oil

A deep, pungent oil pressed from the seeds of the neem tree — a cornerstone of Ayurvedic care, rich in protective limonoids and used in small amounts to clarify and condition skin and scalp. Hover any measure to see where neem sits on the scale.

Weight
Medium
Heavy
Medium
Light
How heavy the oil feels on skin. Lighter oils absorb fast and sit weightless; heavier oils cushion and linger.
Absorption
Moderate
Fast
Moderate
Slow
How quickly the oil sinks in. Fast feels dry-touch; slow stays on the surface for longer-lasting conditioning.
Finish
Natural
Rich
Slight Sheen
Natural
Matte
The look left on the skin — from a flat, matte finish to a rich, visible sheen.
Vitamin E
Moderate
High
Moderate
Low
Natural antioxidant (tocopherol) content. Higher levels help protect skin and keep the oil stable.
The Basics

What it is

Neem oil is pressed from the seeds of the neem tree, revered across the Indian subcontinent and central to Ayurvedic tradition. It's a deep amber-green oil with a strong, distinctive smell and a notably high saturated-fat content.

Its character comes mostly from limonoids like azadirachtin and nimbin. Used sparingly and well-diluted, it's a clarifying, protective addition for skin and scalp blends.

Quick Facts

Botanical nameAzadirachta indica
OriginIndian subcontinent
SourceSeeds / kernels
ExtractionCold-pressed
ColourDeep amber-green
ComedogenicLow (2)
Also calledMargosa oil
Where it comes from

The Tree & The Seed

Neem tree

The Neem Tree

A fast-growing evergreen of the Indian subcontinent, long revered as a 'village pharmacy' for its many traditional uses.

Neem seeds

The Seeds

The kernels inside neem's olive-like fruit are pressed to yield its deep, characterful oil.

Composition

The Compound Profile

Neem balances oleic acid with a high saturated fraction. The typical breakdown:

Oleic Acid Omega-9 · monounsaturated
45%
Palmitic Acid saturated
18%
Stearic Acid saturated
18%
Linoleic Acid Omega-6 · polyunsaturated
15%
Beyond Fatty Acids

Neem's character lives in its minor compounds:

Limonoids (Azadirachtin & Nimbin)
The bitter compounds behind neem's protective, clarifying reputation.
Oleic Acid
A cushioning omega-9 base that conditions skin and scalp.
Tocopherols (Vitamin E)
Antioxidants that support the barrier and oil stability.
Why People Love It

Key Benefits

Protective Character

A clarifying, conditioning addition for blemish-prone skin and scalp.

Scalp Conditioning

A traditional choice for soothing and supporting the scalp.

Ancient Heritage

Centuries of use in Ayurvedic skin and hair care.

In Our Formulations

How we use it

Neem is a potent, characterful active — we use it sparingly and well-diluted where a blend wants its protective, clarifying edge.

Its strong aroma means a little goes a long way, layered into scalp and blemish-focused blends rather than used as a base.

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