Neem vegetable oil is obtained by cold pressing the seeds of the Melia Azadirachta tree, a species widely distributed in the tropics and subtropics, occupying habitats ranging from rainforests to semi-desert areas. Although today the production of this vegetable oil is almost exclusive to India.
It has a thick liquid to semi-solid consistency, and its color ranges from dark yellow to almost black, it has a bitter taste, and its aroma is reminiscent of the aroma of garlic.
Valued for its antibacterial, antifungal and antiparasitic properties.
Neem vegetable oil is rich in omegas, it provides nourishing and emollient properties.
It is also known for its antiseptic, antifungal properties, as an insect repellent, such as mosquitoes, mites, fleas, ticks, lice and moths.