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Neem (Margosa) Range
Indian culture dating back 4000 years makes reference to using the leaves, fruit and bark of the Neem tree for treating a wide variety of human ailments. The earliest Sanskrit writings outline its medicinal uses, which have been applied in Ayurvedic and Unani medicine - and the time honoured title 'Villlage Pharmacy' has been earned by virtue of its amazing properties.
In 1922 a British archeologist discovered the 5000 year old Indus Valley site in North Western India (now Pakistan), where the Harappan civilization has been extensively studied. Clay pots were found containing medicinal herbs, most prominently Azadirachta indica or 'Neem'.
The early systems of treatment, though simple, have stood the test of time - and are still used today in many parts of rural India. They exploit Neem's anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal and insecticidal properties.
Neem leaves & fruits
Fresh leaves are often picked and stored along with grain, or under mattresses to repel insects. Wounds are bathed in water boiled with neem leaves (decoction). Twigs of the neem tree are used daily by about 600 million people as a 'natural' toothbrush ( Neem is currently undergoing extensive research to corroborate anecdotal evidence regarding its' impact on periodontal disease). Children are fed neem leaves and oil to treat or prevent a variety of ailments. Paste made from neem leaves is used to treat scabies, head lice, fungal infections and chicken pox. Powdered neem leaf is used in the main to stave off or treat fungal infections, eg athletes foot, nappy rash - or as a general deodorant. Neem is still the preferred treatment for many Indians, even when modern medicines are available.
This has led to its' inclusion in many personal products, such as soaps, shampoos and skin creams - where it brings relief from the irritating symptoms of eczema, psoriasis and dandruff.
Neem has been heralded: 'An Ancient Cure for a Modern World'.
As we begin the 21st Century, Neem has been little known and under-utilised in Western culture. However, with bodies such as the National Research Council (USA) declaring Neem 'A tree for solving global problems' - the future seems optimistic.
Requirements in the West will be more exacting and stringent in respect of quality control assurances, but this is easily achievable by manufacturing carefully sourced raw materials from reliable sources, and using state of the art manufacturing technology.
The ACTIVE AYURVEDA range has harnessed the extensive curative powers of the Neem in its Neem (Margosa) Range.
Neem (Margosa) Face and Body Wash - For normal to oily skin.
This beautifully balanced face and body wash has neem and brahmi extracts for all skin types.
Neem is a natural disinfectant, germicidal, anti - fungal and sporicidal.
Brahmi is a rejuvenator and helps grow healthy cells. Good for acne control and for oily skin as a purifying face wash.
100ml / 3.3 fl.oz bottle with flip top closure
Direction -
Wash face at least twice a day, or as often as you like with this face wash. Good as a shower gel for oily skins too. Wet face, apply the product and rub till foam is formed and then gently rinse it off.
Ingredients -
Natural spring water, SLS, Glycerin vegetalis (vegetable glycerin), Sodium chloride, Sodium lactate, Sodium benzoate, Azadirachta indica (Neem) extract powder, Centella asiatica (Brahmi) extract, Ocimum sanctum (tulsi/holybasil) extract, Di sodium edta, Colour (CI# 42090+19040)
Margosa (Neem) Shampoo - Anti dandruff, clean & healthy scalp
Margosa (Neem) is a wonder herb of nature. It is one of natures most powerful antiseptics, bactericidal & fungicidal. Margosa helps treat problem scalp conditions very naturally and restores good health to hair and scalp. Centella asiatica and fenugreek extracts aid the action of neem.
Regular use of the product helps to keep the hair and scalp dandruff free. It gives the hair body and leaves it smooth and tangle free.
100ml/3.3fl.oz bottle with flip top closure
Direction -
Lather in and wait for a minute before rinsing thoroughly. Repeat if necessary. For extra conditioning use with our Margosa hair conditioner.
Ingredients -
Natural spring water, SLES, Galsilk-700, Polyquaternium-7, Azadirachta indica (neem) extract, Centella asiatica (brahmi) extract, Glycerin vegetalis (vegetable glycerin), Sodium chloride, Methyl paraben sodium (preservative), Sodium benzoate, colour.
Margosa (Neem) Conditioner - Antiseptic for dandruff and itchy scalp
Neem is a natural antiseptic, fungicidal and sporicidal. Brahmi helps make the scalp clean and healthy. regular use helps in keeping the scalp healthy and free of dandruff.
100ml / 3.3 fl.oz with flip top closure
Direction -
Apply on wet hair after rinsing shampoo. Let soak in and act for one minute before rinsing. Dry and brush hair normally. Adds body and lusture to the hair.
Ingredients -
Natural spring water, Ceto/Palm stearyl alcohol (palm wax), Cetrimide, Paraffinum liquidum, Azadirachta indica (neem) extract, Centella asiatica (Brahmi) extract, Glycerin vegetalis (vegetable glycerin), Methyl paraben sodium (preservative), Colour.
Neem and Brahmi Face wash - Disinfecting, skin care for problem skin.
Neem is a natural disinfectant, fungicidal and germicidal. Brahmi is a rejuvenator and helps grow healthy cells. It is good for acne contol and for oily skin as a purifying face wash.
120gm/ 4oz tottle with flip top closure
Direction -
Wash face at least twice a day, or as often as you like with this face wash. Good as a shower gel for oily skins too. Wet face, apply the product and rub till foam is formed and then gently rinse it off.
Ingredients -
natural spring water, sls, glycerin vegetalis (vegetable glycerin), sodium chloride, sodium lactate, sodium benzoate, Azadirachta indica (neem) extract, Centella asiatica (brahmi) extract, di sodium edta, colour.
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