How To Use Neem For Healthy Hair Men:

Neem- A one-go solution to treat all your hair related problems!

Hey guys! This article is all about creating one of your perennial problems, and I’m sure that the majority of the men’s population reading this could relate and would definitely benefit from this solution. 

Reports suggest that about 85% of men will suffer major thinning of hair by their early 50s. 

But recently irrespective of the age factor, the percentage differs due to genetic factors, food habits, working, and climatic conditions. We often miss taking care of something until we realize that ‘something’ is gonna leave us. 

The same fact is applicable to our hair. We take it for granted and never notice our hair, till we experience any signs of hair thinning, greying, or hair baldness, or even hair loss. No worries, it’s just human nature. The only check here is, once you delay the treatment even after witnessing serious damage to your hair, then it will never be a cakewalk for you. 

So, it’s a must, to start treating your hair at your initial signs of hair thinning, greying, or hair baldness. There is no specific reason for hair related issues and as I said already, it has been one of the common and never-ending problems faced by almost all men out there. 

Like all problems have solutions, I have come here with one magic solution that could cure all your hair problems. 

Want me to reveal the one magic solution?

Neem– The oldest and traditional plant, which is said to possess all good medicinal values from its head to toe, is one of the key remedies to treat your damaged hair without a penny spent. 

Neem is composed of vitamin E, calcium, limonoids, fatty acids, and triglycerides. Thus, neem is found to be highly anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, and rich in antioxidant properties. 

Here, I would like to uncover a few health benefits of Neem to your hair, which might be unknown to many men. 

For centuries in India, we have been leveraging the benefits of Neem in treating multiple diseases including skin allergies, flu, fever, aches, eye disorders,  stomach upset, liver problems, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases. 

Apart from these, neem has also been used for proper hair growth and nourishment. Neem has the properties to strengthen your hair follicles, nourish, and cleanses your scalp from dirt and fungus. 

Neem Reduces Hair Fall And Prevents Baldness:

Hair fall isn’t gender-specific and is faced by most populations across the world. However male pattern baldness is quite a common issue faced by only men, that is, losing hair from the front or top of the head, and isn’t common for females.

Neem comprises fatty acids and calcium which helps in stimulating hair growth and nourishes the scalp. Sometimes, excess sebum secreted in your skin may clog the pores of your scalp and induces hair loss. 

Neem removes the excess oil from your scalp and the regenerative properties of neem help in healthy cell division thereby promoting thick hair growth. 

Neem Treats Dandruff And Scalp Infections:

Neem, which has been used as a natural and effective antibacterial and antifungal for years, can be treated against dandruff and other scalp infections. 

Nimbidin, one of the essential ingredients of Neem or neem oil, has the potential to overpower any sort of inflammation caused by psoriasis, skin allergies, dermatitis, or any kind of scalp infection.

Since dandruff is mostly caused by fungus and grows by feeding on sebum and dead skin cells on the scalp, neem helps in fighting against it.  

A healthy scalp is a secret to the thick and shiny hair of many men.

Neem Prevents Premature Greying Of Hair:

If you are noticing early greying of hair due to hormonal imbalances in your body, don’t be upset or scared in the first place. 

Your neighborhood neem could prevent it effectively with regular use. Neem comprises vitamin E, fatty acids, triglycerides, calcium, and limonoids which restores the adequate nutrients required for your healthy hair. 

Neem Repairs Dry And Frizzy Hair:

As mentioned already, neem leaves or neem oil consists of multiple essential fatty acids, which works wonders on dry and frizzy hair. 

Regular application of neem or neem oil to your hair revitalizes the essential nutrients to your hair and acts as a natural moisturizer making your hair silky and healthy. 

Neem Gets Rid Of The Itching Lice:

Neem seeds comprise azadirachtin (a chemical compound of limonoid group) which helps in the treatment of lice in your hair. Neem fights against the lice and disrupts its life cycle thereby making it difficult for it to continue growing and reproducing. 

Regular application of neem or neem oil to hair has shown proven results of treating lice to a great extent. 

How to utilize the incredible benefits of neem for healthy hair growth? 

Neem is said to be equally beneficial in all of its forms- whether fresh neem leaves, dried neem powder, or neem oil. 

It’s your choice to choose the form which is more comfortable for you. 

When using neem oil, 

1. Take 10 to 15 drops (depending upon your hair thickness) of warm neem (do not boil) oil on your palm and massage your scalp for 5 to 10 minutes.
2. Leave it for 30 minutes to 1 hour and take a bath in lukewarm water. 
3. Repeat twice a week. 

If you find the smell of neem oil to be unpleasant, you can even dilute it with a carrier oil, say olive oil or coconut oil and massage it to your scalp.

Note- A patch test is always recommended when you are using neem oil for the first time. Also, it is mostly advised to dilute neem oil with a carrier oil for the best results and to avoid itching of the scalp. However, most people apply it directly and no severe harmful effects are noticed. 

How to do a patch test?

1. Apply the diluted neem oil to your hand for about 15 minutes to 20 minutes and then wash with normal or lukewarm water. Leave it for 24 hours
2. Check whether you have developed any changes to the skin like redness or itching. If your skin is normal and hasn’t developed any symptoms, you are good to go ahead and use neem oil on your hair or skin.

When using dried neem powder,

1. Take dried neem powder in a bowl and mix it with water to make it a paste.
2. Add a few drops of lemon juice or a scoop of curd to it.
3. Apply the paste to your scalp.
4. Leave it for 30 minutes to 1 hour and rinse your hair thoroughly. 
5. Repeat once a week.

When using fresh neem leaves, 

1. Take fresh neem leaves and grind them into a paste.
2. Mix the paste with a few drops of lemon juice or a few scoops of curd.
3. Apply the pack to your scalp.
4. Leave it for 30 minutes to 1 hour and rinse your hair thoroughly. 
5. Repeat once a week.

The conclusion

Neem- the tree of medicinal values doesn’t restrict its benefits to only hair, as we all know, neem can be used for skin care to heal the inflammation caused by pimples and acne, reduce hyperpigmentation and blemishes, psoriasis, skin allergies. Neem oil massage reduces aches and body pain. Neem juice helps in digestion, cold and flu, fever, reducing the risk of diabetes and cancer. In India, the miracle tree is grown in all climatic conditions and continues to provide its best to all. So grow more neem trees! Stay healthy and happy!