10 Homemade Neem Face Packs For Acne, Pimples and Dark Spots

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Neem, otherwise known as Indian lilac or Azadirachta indica is a natural herb with origin in Indian subcontinents. Neem is best known for its insecticidal and pesticidal properties, but soon it found it’s place in the beauty world. Since then, everyone is trying to get their hands on it! Every part of the neem tree, like its leaves, bark and seed kernels are used for various purposes. Also, oil extracted from neem is widely used for many health and beauty purposes.  Neem has been found to have a great effect on hair as well as skin, but today we will focus on its benefits on skin and various skin issues. Lets see how to prepare different types of neem face packs for various skin issues.

10 Best Homemade Neem Face packs:

1. Neem and Tulsi Face pack for Acne

You will need:

• 10 -12 Neem Leaves, you can also use neem leaves powder
• 5 – 6 Tulsi Leaves (Basil leaves)
• Kaolin clay powder (2 teaspoons)
• Tea tree oil- few drops

How to make and use:

• Crush and grind the neem and tulsi leaves. Add a few drops of tea tree oil and kaolin clay powder to the paste. Add little water and mix it thoroughly until a smooth paste is formed.
• Apply this paste all over your face focusing on acne and breakouts.
• Let it dry for 10-15 minutes and wash your face with cold water.
• Use this face pack every alternate day to achieve acne-free skin.

Benefits:

• The antibacterial property of neem helps in fighting the bacteria and keeps the acne at bay.
• Tulsi is the herb with magical antimicrobial, antifungal and antibacterial properties which not only helps with acne but also aids in removing acne scars.

2. Neem, Potato, and Yogurt Face pack for Dark Spots & Blemishes

You will need:

• 7- 8 Crushed neem leaves
• Potato juice – 1 Teaspoon
• Yogurt – 2 Teaspoon

How to make and use:

• Put crushed neem leaves in a bowl and add 1 teaspoon of Potato juice and 2 teaspoons of Yogurt. Form a paste by mixing it thoroughly.
• Apply neem and potato juice face pack on your face and leave it on for 20 minutes.
• Wash your face with water. Use this pack daily for amazing results.

Benefits:

• The neem and potato juice have medicinal properties which help in lightening the dark spots and getting rid of blemishes.
• Yogurt contains acidophilus, a fine macrobiotic element that helps in toning the skin and thus helps with dark spots.

3. Neem and Banana Face pack for Dry Skin

You will need:

• 1 teaspoon of neem leaves juice
• ½ Banana

How to make and use:

• Crush ½ a banana to a fine paste and add 1 teaspoon of neem leaves juice to it.
• Apply this smooth mixture on your face and neck.
• Let the pack dry for 20 minutes and wash it with cold water.

Benefits:

• The moisturizing property of banana and neem leaves juice will work wonders for the dry skin and keep it hydrated for a longer period.
• Use it daily to get smooth and supple skin.

4. Neem and Multani mitti Face pack for Oily skin

You will need:

• Neem powder – 1 teaspoon
• Multani mitti – 2 teaspoons
• Apple cider vinegar – 1 teaspoon

How to make and use:

• Take 1 teaspoon of neem leaves powder in a bowl. Add 2 teaspoons of Multani mitti and 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar to prepare a face pack.
• Apply it over your face and let it sit for 15 minutes before washing your face with water.
• Using this pack twice weekly will give you oil-free skin.

Benefits:

• The combination of neem powder and multani mitti is effective in controlling the excess production of sebum in people with oily skin.
• Vitamin C present in neem powder and apple cider vinegar helps in the production of natural collagen and gives your skin a refreshing look.

5. Neem, Honey, and Bentonite clay Face pack for Glowing Skin

You will need:

• Neem leaves juice – 1 teaspoon
• Honey – 1 teaspoon
• Bentonite clay – 1 teaspoon

How to make and use:

• Mix 1 teaspoon of neem leaves juice and 1 teaspoon of bentonite clay in a bowl. Add 1 teaspoon of honey to this mixture and form an even paste.
• Take a brush and apply this face pack over your face evenly.
• Allow it to dry for 15-20 minutes and then wash.

Benefits:

• The neem juice and honey help in lightening the pigmentation of the skin giving it a glowing look.
• Bentonite clay has a mild exfoliating effect which helps in removing the dead cells and instantly gives a radiant look to your skin.

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6. Neem Ice Cubes to Shrink Large Pores

You will need:

• A handful of neem leaves
• 2 cups of water

How to make and use:

• Wash the neem leaves and crush them finely. Boil 2 cups of water and add finely crushed neem leaves to it.
• Let it boil for a couple of minutes and turn off the flame.
• After the mixture cools down, pour it into an ice cube tray without straining it.
• Freeze it for 4-5 hours. Take one neem ice cube and gently rub it on your face, followed by rinsing your face and applying a moisturizer.
• Ice massage will help to remove all the dirt from the pores and also tighten them.

7.  Neem, Aloe vera Gel and Rosewater for Sunburns and Sun Rashes

You will need:

• Neem Juice – 1 teaspoon
• Aloe vera gel – 2 teaspoons
• Rosewater – few drops

How to make and use:

• Mix 1 teaspoon of neem leaves juice and 2 teaspoons of aloe vera gel. Add a few drops of rose water to this mixture.
• Blend this combination and put it in the fridge for few hours.
• Use the neem-aloe vera gel onto the skin focusing on areas of sunburns /sun rashes. Put the gel back into the fridge and use it cold.

Benefits:

• The ‘cooling effect’ of aloe vera gel along with the soothing property of neem and rose water is a perfect combination to allow the healing of the skin.
• Sunburns and sun rashes are commonly seen during summer and this remedy can perfectly help you with it.

8. Neem and Oatmeal Scrub Mask for Dead skin and Clogged Pores

You will need:

• 5 -6 Neem leaves
• Oats powder- 2 teaspoons
• Plain Water

How to make and use:

• Wash the neem leaves, crush and grind them. Add 2 teaspoon of oats powder to this mixture. Add water as required to make a fine scrub pack.
• Apply this scrub pack on your face and gently rub it over your skin. (Caution: Do not rub it harshly as it can cause breakouts in your skin).
• Gently rub the scrub on your face in a circular motion for 1 minute and allow it to sit for another 5 minutes, before washing it with water.
• Use this scrub once in a week.

Benefits:

• Saponins, a natural compound in oats, acts as a natural cleanser and helps in removing the oil and dirt that clog the pores. It exfoliates the skin and helps in removing the dead skin.
• This scrub can help you achieve soft smooth skin.

9. Neem, Papaya, and Sandalwood Face pack for Smooth and Bright skin

You will need:

• 10-12 Neem leaves
• 4-5 Papaya cubes
• Sandalwood powder – 1 teaspoon

How to make and use:

• Put 4-5 cubes of papaya and 10-12 neem leaves in a mixer and blend them to make a fine paste.
• Add 1 teaspoon of sandalwood powder to the paste and mix it well.
• Apply this face pack on your face and neck and allow it to sit for 10-15 minutes.
• Wash your face with cold water and gently dab it with a soft towel.  Use it daily for best results.

Benefits:

• The moisturizing property of papaya and neem will help to brighten your skin and add an instant glow to it.
• The richness of sandalwood powder is not unknown. It has many properties like anti-inflammatory, acts as an astringent and hydration that helps in skin brightening.

10. Neem, Strawberry, and Curd Anti-aging Face pack

You will need:

• Neem leaves juice- 1 teaspoon
• Mashed strawberries – 2 teaspoons
• Curd – 1 teaspoon

How to make and use:

• Make a paste of the neem leaves, curd and add it to the mashed strawberries. Blend well to make a smooth face pack.
• Apply this face pack and let it dry for 15-20 minutes, before washing your face.

Benefits:

• The ellagic acid in strawberries works against skin damage from UV rays and enzymes that destroy collagen. This, in turn, helps in preventing wrinkle formation.
• The fatty acids in neem and lactic acid in curd stimulates collagen production and helps you look younger than your age.

Also Read: Homemade Tomato ice cubes for Skin

Caution: Test the face pack on a small patch of your forearm skin to prevent yourself from any unknown allergies you might not be aware of.