Neem Oil 苦楝油

人類天然的殺蟲劑 - 苦楝油

學名：Melia azedarach L. 

科屬：楝科

萃取方式：植物全株萃取

調油比例：可 100% 作為基礎油

苦楝油 - 苦楝樹是已被證實具有多種療效的印度傳統藥草，可抗細菌和病毒，預防感染。可用於治療腹瀉、發燒、燒傷、泌尿系統疾病、皮膚疾病和發炎症狀。由於用處多多，已贏得“奇蹟樹”的美名。苦楝樹和從種子提煉的苦楝油都可作藥用。苦楝油可用在種植，寵物，消毒環境以及手工皂。

苦楝油係從苦楝樹種子中發現既天然農藥，佢呈黃色至棕色，味道苦，有大蒜 / 硫磺味。 雖然聽起黎唔太有吸引力，但苦楝油非常有益因為佢可以提供一種控制害蟲和疾病既全天然農藥。

添加其他營養素之後，苦楝油仲可用於天然護膚產品，因為佢含有高量既抗氧化劑，有助於保護皮膚免受到環境損害。苦楝油仲有助抵抗皮膚中既自由基損傷，因為佢含有類胡蘿蔔素 (Carotenoids)，類胡蘿蔔素提供高抗氧化劑化合物。 因此，苦楝油和苦楝樹提取物被廣泛用於化妝品，例如番梘、頭髮護理產品、化妝品、護手霜和寵物洗髮水等。

苦楝油具有強效的抗微生物活性，同時具有殺蟲效果，經常用作與精油調和，用於處理傷口，所具有極佳的抗黴菌效果；對抗香港腳十分有效。苦楝油也是一種免疫系統的提振劑，直接塗抹在頭皮上能有效對抗頭蝨的問題，同時也可以利用它來改善動物的皮膚問題。 

Neem Oil is a traditional Indian herb that has been proven to have multiple effects. It is resistant to bacteria and viruses and prevents infection. It can be used to treat diarrhea, fever, burns, urinary system diseases, skin diseases and inflammation symptoms. Because of its many uses, it has won the reputation of the "miracle tree". Both bitter tree and bitter oil extracted from seeds are used for medicinal purposes. The bitter oil can be used in planting, pets, disinfecting environments and handmade soap.

Neem oil comes from the seed of the tropical neem tree, also known as Indian lilac. Neem oil has a wide history of use as a folk remedy around the world, and has been used to treat many conditions. Although it has a harsh odor, it’s high in fatty acids and other nutrients, and it’s used in a variety of beauty products like skin creams, body lotions, hair products, and cosmetics.

Benefits & Uses of Neem Oil

1. Hair Care - It gets rid of dandruff
Neem oil is already found in many dandruff shampoos on store shelves. The oil is a natural anti-fungal, and dandruff is commonly caused by the yeast-like fungus malassezia.

2. Skin Care - It treats dry skin
Neem oil is filled with ingredients that benefit the skin, like vitamin E and essential fatty acids, which make it a great natural method to fight off dryness. Past research has found it can penetrate deeply into the skin, healing the cracks that occur from severe dryness and making sure all your moisture stays locked in.

3. Skin Care - It treats acne & fade scars
Because of neem oil’s antibacterial properties, it makes for a great acne treatment. Not only can it help spot treat in the moment, but it’s also been shown to be successful at fighting it off in the long term.

The vitamin E in neem oil is also great at helping heal your skin—especially when it comes to scars Research suggests neem oil helps reduce the appearance of scars. It’s also been shown to help heal wounds and fade dark spots from acne. Basically, its skin-healing properties are impressive.

4. Prevents Aging - It fights the appearance of wrinkles
The antioxidant effects of wheat germ oil are well known, not only for the skin, but also for the rest of the body. Applying wheat germ oil to the skin can help reduce [8] oxidative stress, minimize the appearance of wrinkles and scars, and increase collagen formation between new cells. Internally, this oil can also seek out and neutralize free radicals, effectively lowering your risk of developing chronic disease.

4. Foot Care - It fights off foot fungus
The antioxidant effects of wheat germ oil are well known, not only for the skin, but also for the rest of the body. Applying wheat germ oil to the skin can help reduce [8] oxidative stress, minimize the appearance of wrinkles and scars, and increase collagen formation between new cells. Internally, this oil can also seek out and neutralize free radicals, effectively lowering your risk of developing chronic disease.