Azadirachta indica — Neem

Neem is a time-honoured care ingredient valued for scalp clarity and a fresh, balanced feel. Finely milled from the leaves of Azadirachta indica, neem’s naturally astringent, aromatic profile makes it a popular choice in plant routines aimed at comfort, balance, and upkeep between colour sessions—without synthetic additives.

Across South Asia, neem features in traditional household care—from garden to skincare to hair masks. Leaves were dried and ground for cooling pastes and rinses, especially in hot, humid climates. In modern routines, leaf-only powder offers a simple, single-ingredient way to support scalp freshness alongside herbal colour.

Botanical name: Azadirachta indica
INCI: Azadirachta Indica Leaf Powder
Family: Meliaceae
Part used: Dried, finely milled leaves (leaf-only cosmetic grade)
Notable characteristics: Naturally astringent, herbaceous aroma; typically mildly acidic profile

Traditional: Cooling pastes and rinses for scalp comfort; household care ingredient in ayurvedic traditions.

Modern: Added to masks aimed at fresh, balanced scalp feel; paired with amla/shikakai for a plant-only routine; used between colour sessions for maintenance care.

Choose neem if you want:

• A fresh, balanced scalp feel in plant routines
• A leaf-only, single-ingredient option with a straightforward INCI
• Something to pair with amla/shikakai in non-stripping care
  

Note: Neem is not a dye and won’t lighten hair. Aroma is characteristically herbal/strong.

• Scalp freshness: Astringent leaf profile supports a cleaner, more balanced feel.
• Maintenance care: Complements colour-friendly cleansers (e.g., shikakai) between herbal colour applications.
• Finish: Helps lengths feel lighter, without the “squeak” of harsh detergents.

Neem leaf contains polyphenols and triterpenoids studied in vitro for antioxidant/soothing properties. In cosmetic use, its naturally astringent profile can help reduce the feel of excess oil on the scalp while keeping lengths comfortable. It does not oxidise hair or lift melanin—think care & balance, not colour change.

A hardy evergreen cultivated widely across South Asia. Cosmetic powder follows a short chain—harvest → dry → grind—with no synthetic colourants. We favour leaf-only material and a fine, even grind for smooth mixing and easy rinse. Packed in resealable, recyclable pouches; store cool, dry, sealed.