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Neem & Honey Face Pack

A mild face pack of neem powder or paste blended with raw honey.

Also known as: Neem honey mask

Overview

Neem leaf paste or powder is mixed with honey into a smooth pack, applied to blemish-prone areas, left for ten to fifteen minutes and rinsed with cool water. Honey softens neem, which on its own is much more drying.

What it is traditionally used for

Occasional use on blemish-prone facial skin.

Ingredients used

Who it may suit

  • adults
  • teens

Minimum age: 144 months.

Safety essentials

Patch test on the inner arm 24 hours before the first use. Do not use over broken or inflamed skin. Painful, cystic or spreading acne should be assessed by a doctor.

Who should avoid it

  • People with very dry or eczema-prone facial skin
  • Anyone allergic to neem or bee products
  • People using prescription acne treatments

Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Neem is avoided internally in pregnancy; occasional external use is customary but patch test first.

Children: Not suitable for young children.

Stop and seek medical care if

  • Burning or intense stinging
  • Swelling of the face or lips
  • Worsening breakouts
  • Peeling or raw skin

What does the evidence say?

Traditional use

This entry rests on traditional and household use recorded over generations, not on clinical trials. Treat it as cultural and educational information.