Neem, also known as Indian lilac, one of the most powerful skin and health-enhancing trees. Every part of this tree be it leaves, seeds, or barks, is very useful. The leaves of this miracle tree are widely used in several skincare products. Neem is an excellent remedy to treat acne, pimples, blackheads, and oily skin. Today we will see how we can use neem as a ‘chemical-free, and highly effective beauty product that can work wonders for your acne-prone skin. Yes, we are talking about Homemade Neem Face wash.
Making your own DIY Neem face wash can be a solution to all your skin problems. You will know exactly what you are putting on your skin, plus you can edit the recipe as you like, adding or subtracting ingredients, based on your skin type, and can find the ingredients that you can afford. Below is the recipe for rejuvenating and refreshing Homemade Neem face wash that you can try today!
Homemade Neem Face Wash
You will need:
- Neem Leaves powder – 1 teaspoon
- Dry Rose petals powder – 1 teaspoon
- Aloe vera Gel – 4 tablespoons
- Liquid castile soap – 2 tablespoons
- Rose Water – 6 tablespoons
- Jojoba oil – 1 teaspoon (any carrier oil of your choice)
- Few drops of Peppermint Essential oil
How to prepare:
- In a well-sterilized glass mixing bowl, add neem leaves powder & dry rose petals powder (both should be super fine), aloe vera gel, liquid castile soap, and rose water.
*You can use rose petals water. Rose Petals water Recipe
- Now add your carrier oil (I have taken jojoba oil), few drops of peppermint oil, and stir well.
- Blend the mixture for 3-4 minutes (so that oil and water mix properly).
- The consistency of this face wash will be more like liquidy as opposed to market-based face washes.
- To increase the thickness, add any gel-based emulsifier to this face wash.
How to store:
- Pour the neem mixture in an empty bottle with a pump dispenser using a funnel.
- In the end, label the neem face wash bottle with the date and ingredients. Use neem face wash within 2 months of preparation.
How to use:
- Shake a bottle well, take just a little amount of DIY Neem face wash in your palm and massage it gently on your skin.
- Rinse your face with cold water and pat dry with a soft face towel.
- You may follow this up with a light moisturizer or a homemade neem gel.
- Use it daily to eliminate several skin problems like acne, pimples, dark spots, blemishes, and dull skin.
Note: You can try our Homemade Aloevera Face Wash here.
Benefits of Homemade Neem Face Wash
- This is homemade neem face wash works effectively to balance the sebum on the skin’s surface while not being so harsh that it strips away natural oil & moisture.
- It is a perfect facewash which is a natural alternative to chemical-based store-bought ones. It’s easy to make and can be used daily.
- Neem with its anti-inflammatory properties can calm irritated skin, along with the removal of toxins from the skin. As for aloe vera, it is a rejuvenating element that repairs damaged skin.
- Rosewater has the incredible power of absorbing and retaining moisture in your skin.
- Dry rose petals powder & neem leaves powder are known as natural scrubbers and cleansers, hence they help to shed off dead skin cells and clean clogged pores.
As you have seen, neem leaves have a solution for all your skin woes. So, what are you waiting for? Prepare DIY Neem face wash today and share your experience with us.
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