Azadirachta indica seed oil
AKA “Neem oil, Neem seed oil, Azadirachta indica oil
Oil
Ingredient Facts
Azadirachta indica seed oil
AKA: Neem oil, Neem seed oil, Azadirachta indica oil
Oil · Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Azadirachta Indica Seed Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the seeds of Azadirachta indica, Meliaceae.
Family
Meliaceae (Mahogany family)
Plant Part
Seed
CAS #
8002-65-1, 84696-25-3
Form
Oil
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Neem oil has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for over 4,000 years for skin purification, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory purposes. It remains a primary ingredient in traditional Indian skincare and has been extensively documented in Sanskrit medical texts.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Acne
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
No
EWG
4
CIR
Safe w/Qualifications
Pregnancy
No
CIR Safety Findings
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUpermitted
JAPANpermitted
CANADApermitted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR