Vitacost - Dosha Elements Neem Leaf - Non-GMO -- 16 oz (454 g)

NEW! Vitacost Dosha Elements -- Ancient wisdom. Holistic health.Non-GMO neem leafAntiseptic qualities make it ideal for skin careA popular ingredient in soaps, lotions & toothpastesConsidered cooling and soothing in traditional Ayurvedic practicesNo additives or preservatives An ancient Indian treasure, neem (Azadirachta indica)also called Indian lilacis a tropical tree that grows mainly throughout India, Pakistan and Bangladesh. Its bark, leaves, flowers, fruits and seeds are used traditionally in cooking, body care and Ayurvedic health practices. Bitter and cooling, neem leaves have antiseptic qualities which make them useful for warding off garden pests or cleansing the skin and scalp. While neem oil is commonly used for skin care, neem leaf can be ground into a powder and mixed into a paste that works well for DIY facials or dental care. How to enjoy it: Ayurvedic facial mask: After grinding leaves into a powder, combine 1 tablespoon of powder with enough water (use olive oil for dry skin) to make a paste. Apply to skin and let sit for 10 to 20 minutes; rinse clean. Ayurvedic hair cleanser: After griding leaves into a powder, combine 1 tablespoon of powder with 2 tablespoons each of amla and shikaki powders; add water to form a paste. Apply paste to hair and let sit for 15 minutes; rinse clean with cool water. Soothing tea: In large saucepan, combine 2 teaspoons of neem leaves with 3 cups of water; boil until tea is reduced to 2 cups. Strain and serve. Tea will be bitter, so sweeten with honey or sweetener of choice to taste. Vitacost Dosha Elements An Ayurvedic approach to wellness The ancient, Eastern practice of Ayurveda takes a holistic approach to health, garnering the powers of nature to promote energy and peace within the body, mind and soul. Dosha Elements was developed by an Ayurvedic practitioner, blending together time-tested herbs and plants to offer ...