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Alternative Remedies For Acne: Neem Water And Neem Paste

by Mila Lecano
(Manila, Philippines)

Regarding the use of neem leaf as an alternative remedy for acne: I'm a mild acne and blackheads sufferer and I am interested in using natural/herbal products on my skin. My skin has been exposed to too much chemicals/medicines which were prescribed by my dermatologist.



I believe in the science of using natural/herbal medicines and I have taken in consideration the effective use of neem as a an acne remedy. May I ask if the water used to boil neem leaves can be taken in? And how do you make neem paste? How long should it stay on my face? Overnight?
Waiting for your honest reply :)

Thank you,
Mila


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Alternative Remedies For Acne: Neem Water And Neem Paste

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Neem as alternative acne remedy
by: Birgit

Hi Mila,

If your skin is suffering from harsh medication you can try neem as a herbal alternative remedy for your acne. Be aware that if you are still on medication, then stopping it may initially make your symptoms worse.

How to use neem can as an effective acne remedy:

The most popular of the neem alternative remedies for acne is to wash the face with a very mild neem soap. Soaps contain neem oil, though some may contain neem leaf extract, too.

The use of neem soap for acne is the most convenient way to use neem on your face. It does have the disadvantage that many soaps dry the skin, which reacts by producing even more oil, which can lead to another bout of acne.

Neem leaf paste is another effective acne remedy. There are several different methods to make neem leaf paste. You can use both dry or fresh leaves.

It's not rocket science. Just pound fresh neem leaves and add liquid if necessary, until you have the desired consistency. The same goes for dried leaf powder, just mix with liquid. The most effective neem face pack uses fresh neem leaves and soaks them in a little hot water before pounding them into a paste.

Don't leave the neem paste on your face too long. Twenty minutes is enough. Rinse the neem paste off your face before it dries completely. To let the neem paste dry can dry out the skin and lead to a slight irritation. As an acne sufferer you have to avoid absolutely everything that may irritate your skin.

Treating acne with neem leaf paste takes more effort than just using neem soap to wash, but it is gentler on the skin.

Can you take in the water that has been used to boil the neem leaves?

Yes, you can, but you would dilute it, since neem water for your face would be stronger than neem tea for drinking.

Taking neem leaf capsules and drinking neem tea boosts the immune system, supports the liver and purifies the blood, and so helps to clear up acne and improve skin health in general.

Neem leaf has been used in Ayurvedic and Unani medicine for thousands of years, without any negative side effects.

You still should be careful when you first start taking it, just like you would be with any other herb. Take only a little and see how your body responds.

Also, little is known about the interaction of neem with other drugs. And then there is of course neem's effect on women who are pregnant or trying to conceive! (Even though most scientific studies focus on neem oil, it is thought that neem leaf may have a similar effect.)

If you are otherwise healthy, not on any medication, and not pregnant or trying to conceive, then it is generally safe to support your external acne treatment with the internal use of neem leaf or neem tea.

I hope this answers your questions.
Hi
by: Anonymous

Hi,

I want to know if eating 5-10 neem leaves in a day without water would really clear up the scars and acne.

I usually take 5 to 10 leaves from last 3 days. I just wanted 2 know if it is useful and will it give good and quick results?

Thanks
Must not eat leaves
by: Anonymous

I think we should not eat the neem leaves daily.
Hi
by: Anonymous

My face is full of acne. I am very scared and depressed because my wedding is approaching. I use acne soap and creams for acne but it is not helping.

Don't know what to do?
Try at at least once
by: Anonymous

I know it's a hard time for you guys but what I suggest to you is ultimate solution.

Just take the bark of neem tree and rub it on stone. Add 4-5 drops of water and make it like toothpaste. Apply at infected part at night.

Keep for whole night.

1st day - no result.
2nd day - you may feel little improvement.
3rd day - it's magic guys.

At least try it and if u feel good, mail me at arpitbhatnagarmnit@gmail.com

Do this if u care.
Worried about pimples
by: Numu

Hi

I've been suffering from head and cheeks acne.

I used neem boiled water in the morning and neem fresh leaf paste on my affected area in evening. I used it for 5-6 days but it did not help.

So what can I do? Or for how many days should I use this product? In my town where I stay there are no neem products available.

Please reply me soon.
How can I use neem leaves on hair
by: Anonymouskavita

My name is Kavita. I have dandruff problem. How can I use neem leaves on my hair to clean dandruff?

I've heard that water of boiled neem leaves can be used to wash hair to get rid of the problem.

Please help me. You can give me a step by step process.

My email id is kavita.choubey@yahoo.in
trying to conceive
by: Anonymous

Hi

I am applying neem paste externally on my face for getting rid of acne problem but I dont take it internally.

I am trying to conceive also so would it be healthy to apply that paste or could there be any problem in my conceiving a child?
Neem external use
by: Birgit

There is no problem at all with using neem externally.
Neem Capsules
by: nikko

Bro, can I ask question where can I buy neem capsules for acne? Please message me or email me at nikko0307@yahoo.com.

I need it badly.
Capsule
by: Maria

Hi Nikko. You can buy neem capsules at a store called whole foods. They have many herb products. It's a very good store. Go online to find your nearest whole food store. GOOD LUCK!
Relief from Pimples
by: Anonymous

Hi I am Aman.

I am having pimples all times...small red ones. What should I do? Please reply.

My email id is amandeepsingh2525@yahoo.co.in
Help me
by: sagar khan

Hi guys, my name is Sagar Khan and my problem is that my face is filled with pimples(acne).

I am drinking boiled neem water from last 1 month. It worked at first but now its not working. Am I doing right? I m in a big trouble. Please help me and send your suggestions on sagarkhanking2009@gmail.com

Please reply soon. Thanks.
Acne! :(
by: Anonymous

Hi! I'm a 20 years old girl suffering from acne for about 4 years. I tried everything but there is no result. I'm just depressed now for this reason. Please help me out of this problem please.

It's hampering my study, my daily life and is just killing my peace.

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