The neem tree, which is native to Southeast Asia, has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries. Natural remedy experts say that with more than 180 separate compounds, neem can help rejuvenate and protect the hair and scalp. Neem oil contains very high levels of antioxidants that helps protect the skin from environmental damage, experts say, and it also has antifungal and antiviral properties.
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