Neem Oil
Neem 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.
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
The Tree & The Seed
The Neem Tree
A fast-growing evergreen of the Indian subcontinent, long revered as a 'village pharmacy' for its many traditional uses.
The Seeds
The kernels inside neem's olive-like fruit are pressed to yield its deep, characterful oil.
The Compound Profile
Neem balances oleic acid with a high saturated fraction. The typical breakdown:
Neem's character lives in its minor compounds:
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.
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.