Organic Neem Carrier Oil

100% pure and natural
Cold press
Ecocert
Foraged
Organic Cosmetic

Rooted in Ayurvedic tradition, neem has long been used in India for its many properties, whether in skin and hair care or in plant treatments. A powerful purifier, neem oil is now an essential active ingredient in cosmetics for blemished skin.

£5.00

Price per L = £50

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Properties and uses

Traceability and analysis

Storage and precautions

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Our commitments

Culture

Organic and wild
Organic, certified by Ecocert Greenlife in accordance with the Ecocert standard available at http://cosmetiques.ecocert.com

Quality

100% pure and natural, virgin, first cold-pressed, without any chemical treatment.

The quality of Neem oil varies according to production methods. Depending on whether a hot or cold process is used, the quantity of active ingredients differs because above 60°C the chemical components break down. This is why we favour first cold pressing, which yields up to 1600 ppm of azadirachtin A compared to 300 ppm for oils obtained by hot processing.

Production process

First cold pressing

Part of the plant used

Seeds

Botanical name

Azadirachta indica

Botanical family

Meliaceae

Function

Cosmetic ingredients

Other names

Neem, margosa, nimtree or Indian lilac

Oxidative potential

Not very sensitive

Find out more about the oxidative potential of butters and oils...

Environmental qualities and characteristics product sheet

Reference

01158 - Organic Neem carrier oil 10 ml bottle

Main packaging material

Glass bottle

Recyclability

Most packaging can be recycled

Instructions for packaging disposal

Properties and uses

Skin care

Hair care

Household use

Animal welfare

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Properties

As a cosmetic ingredient, organic neem carrier oil is known for the following properties:

A powerful purifying agent, neem carrier oil is traditionally used to treat problem skin.
Nourishing, high oleic acid content which gives it effective emollient and softening properties.

Uses

Use as an ingredient in your blends for :

Care for acne-prone skin
Purifying skin care
Care for problem skin
Care for skin prone to irritation

Instant recipes by Aroma-Zone

Quiet summer evening

Neem carrier oil

5 ml

Kukui Botanical Oil

25 ml

Rose geranium essential oil

10 drops

Organic Citronella essential oil

10 drops

Lemon eucalyptus essential oil

10 drops

Spot drying roll-on

Neem carrier oil

1 ml

70° alcohol

1 ml

Tea tree essential oil

1 ml

Synergies

For purifying effects: essential oils of tea tree, manuka, palmarosa, etc.
For peaceful summer evenings: citronella, rose geranium, lemon eucalyptus essential oils, andiroba carrier oil, etc.

In practice

Because of its strong fragrance and very powerful effects, this oil should always be diluted, to a maximum of 20% in your blends.
As a fat phase in body and face creams.
This oil tends to solidify at temperatures below 25°C. This phenomenon has no effect on its quality. We recommend reheating it if necessary by running the bottle under warm water before adding it to your mixture.

Properties

As a hair care ingredient, organic neem oil is recognised for these properties:

Purifies and softens the scalp.

Uses

This carrier oil is widely used in the composition of :

Shampoos and lotions
Care for irritated scalps

Instant recipe by Aroma-Zone

School-age children's soothing hair balm

Neem carrier oil

10 ml

Coconut carrier oil

90 ml

Lavandin super essential oil

5 ml

Step 1

Apply the blend all over your hair. Leave on for 30 minutes to 1 hour.

Step 2

Comb through with a fine comb. Rinse with a mild shampoo.

Step 3

Repeat the process every 3 to 4 days for 2 weeks to remove all the nits.

Tip: Add a few drops of the blend to your shampoo.

Synergies

For a soothed scalp: Lavandin super and Rose Geranium essential oils, Coconut and Andiroba carrier oils.

In practice

Because of its strong fragrance and very powerful effects, this oil should always be diluted to a maximum of 20% in your blends.
As a fat phase in hair care products
This oil tends to solidify at temperatures below 25°C. This phenomenon has no effect on its quality. We advise you to warm it up if necessary by running the bottle under warm water before adding it to your mixture.

Properties

For household use, organic neem carrier oil is recognised for these properties:

Traditionally used for plant care

Uses

Sprays for household and garden use

Instant recipe by Aroma-Zone

Plant care spray

Neem carrier oil

5 ml

Clove essential oil

15 drops

Black household soap concentrate

1 tablespoon

Water

1 litre

Step 1

Mix the carrier oil and essential oil into the black soap to pre-disperse them, then stir everything into the water.

Step 2

Shake before use and spray onto the leafy parts and stems of the plants (avoiding flowers and fruit).

Properties

In pet wellness, organic neem carrier oil is recognised for these properties:

Traditionally used for pet-care products

Uses

Pet hair care

Synergies

For the comfort of pets' hair: Lavandin super or Rose Geranium essential oil and Coconut and Andiroba botanical oils, etc.

In practice

Can be incorporated as an active ingredient or as a fatty phase in your "home" pet care products (shampoos, sprays, lotions, etc.).

Discover our article "Hair" to find out more and build your own personalised hair care programme...

Traceability and analysis

Organoleptic properties

Appearance: solid paste at room temperature
Colour: amber to dark brown, even khaki
Odour: strong, very distinctive, tangy, reminiscent of grilled onion or roasted coffee
Feel: dry, quickly absorbed without leaving an oily film

Density

0.92–0.97

Saponification index

175–205

Storage and precautions

Storage

Stable carrier oil. Store in a dry place, away from heat and light. To avoid degrading the active ingredients, it is essential not to heat it above 60°C.

Precautions

Do not swallow, for external use only.
Do not use during pregnancy and breastfeeding or if you are trying to have a baby.
Not recommended for use on children under the age of 3.

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Neem is a sacred tree native to India. Adapted to high temperatures, it can now be found in many sunny regions around the world. It is also commonly found on the Côte d'Azur in France, where its flowers are highly valued for decorating gardens.

Warning

The properties, information and methods of use below are quotes from reference books or websites on aromatherapy, hydrolatherapy and phytotherapy. This general information is provided for informative purposes only and in no way constitutes medical guidance. Under no circumstances can this information be used as a substitute for a medical diagnosis, consultation or follow-up, nor can it incur our liability. We recommend that you consult the guide to essential oils before using them, so that you are aware of any precautions that need to be taken. If in doubt, consult a doctor before using essential oils.

Responsible Person

EU responsible person: Aroma-Zone FR-84220 Cabrières d’Avignon
UK responsible person: Obelis UK Ltd, Sandford Gate, Oxford, OX4 6LB, UK

Equivalents

Essential Oils

1 ml = approximately 35 drops (with our Aroma-Zone dropper caps)

Carrier oils

1 pump (Aroma-Zone aluminium pump) = approx. 0.15 ml

Mass / Volume conversion (for a liquid)

Mass (g) = Density x Volume (ml) at 20°C

Further information

1 full teaspoon = between 3 and 4.5 ml

1 full tablespoon = between 7.5 and 10 ml

However, these spoon ratios depend on a number of factors (e.g. viscosity of the liquid, temperature, depth and size of the spoon, rheological behaviour of the liquid), and we strongly advise you to use precise measuring equipment, such as graduated test tubes, graduated pipettes, and precision scales.

Aromatherapy recipes from the bibliography

EO = Essential Oil VO = Carrier Oil or Macerated Oil

Finely chopped fresh or dried horsetail stems: 20 g
Neem or Sweet almond carrier oil: 2 tablespoons
Lemon essential oil: 10 drops

Directions: Gently heat the horsetail and oil in a bain-marie. Allow to cool and pour everything into a screw-top jar. Leave to macerate in the sun for a week, then strain the oil.

Use: Use every evening, preferably on unpolished nails, to massage the cuticles. For an intensive strengthening treatment, gently warm the oil in a bain-marie once a week and soak the nails in it for 20 minutes.

Bibliography

A comprehensive review of phytochemical profile, bioactives for pharmaceuticals, and pharmacological attributes of Azadirachta indica.

Saleem, S., Muhammad, G., Hussain, M.A., & Bukhari, S.N.A. (2018). Phytotherapy Research, 32, 1241–1272.

A new shampoo based on neem (Azadirachta indica) is highly effective against head lice in vitro.

Heukelbach, J., Oliveira, F.A., & Speare, R. (2006). Title of the article. Parasitology Research, 99(4), 353–356. Epub 28 March 2006.

Le neem, un insecticide biologique efficace

Struempler G. Université Paul Sabatier Auch.

Larvicidal activity of neem oil (Azadirachta indica) formulation against mosquitoes.

Dua VK, Pandey AC, Raghavendra K, Gupta A, Sharma T, Dash AP. Malar J. 2009 Jun 8;8:124.

Larvicidal and ovideterrent properties of neem oil and fractions against the filariasis vector Aedes albopictus (Diptera: Culicidae): a bioactivity survey across production sites.

Benelli, G., Bedini, S., Cosci, F. et al. Parasitology Research. January 2015, Volume 114, Issue 1, pp 227–236

Acaricidal activity of Cymbopogon citratus and Azadirachta indica against house dust mites.

Azima Laili Hanifah et al. Asian Pac J Trop Biomed 2011; 1(5): 365–369

Acaricidal activity of extracts of neem (Azadirachta indica) oil against the larvae of the rabbit mite Sarcoptes scabiei var. cuniculi in vitro.

Yong-Hua Du et al. Veterinary Parasitology 157 (2008), pp 144–148

Larvicidal effects of neem, Azadirachta indica on fleas in Tanzania.

B. S. Kilonzo. Insect Sci. Applic. Vol. 12, No. 5/6 (1991), pp 699–702

The insecticidal and acaricidal actions of compounds from Azadirachta in&a (A. Juss.) and their use in tropical pest management.

LAWRENCE A. D. WILLIAMS and AJAI MANSINGH et al. Integrated Pest Management Reviews 1 (1996), pp 133–145

Supplier documentation

www.neemfoundation.org

"Natural Skincare Guide"

Josephine Fairley

Organic Neem Oil

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Reference

Properties and uses

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Equivalents

Aromatherapy recipes from the bibliography

Nail strengthening oil (J. Fairley)
BeautyHair & nail care

Anti-dandruff shampoo with tea tree and cade juniper wood (S. Macheteau)
BeautyHair & nail care

Bibliography

Organic Neem Oil

Features

Sustainable packaging characteristics

Reference

Properties and uses

Traceability and analysis

Storage and precautions

Find out more

Equivalents

Aromatherapy recipes from the bibliography

Nail strengthening oil (J. Fairley)BeautyHair & nail care

Anti-dandruff shampoo with tea tree and cade juniper wood (S. Macheteau)BeautyHair & nail care

Associated products

Bibliography

Nail strengthening oil (J. Fairley)
BeautyHair & nail care

Anti-dandruff shampoo with tea tree and cade juniper wood (S. Macheteau)
BeautyHair & nail care