Kate Blanc Cosmetics Neem Oil for Skin, Hair & Face. Safe for Dog, Plants, Scalp (4oz, Organic, Cold Pressed, Concentrate)

I love this product but sad to see they’re out of the larger size. This small bottle will last some a while but I add it to my bath as well as to my dogs baths so for me it’s too small. Neem is FANTASTIC for dogs so I like to spread the word. But before I do, I’d like to note one thing about cats. A reviewer mentioned they knew Neem is toxic to cats but *still*bathed their kitten with a few drops. PLS DON’T do that. Neem is not safe for cats so I assume even worse for young kittens. We’d all be wise to remember: Just bc something doesn’t kill or show *immediate* harm does *NOT* mean there is no harm. She risked organ damage and unless labs were done after, she can’t be sure kitten wasn’t harmed, (tho if she only did it once, I’d hope not.) That said, FOR A NATURAL REMEDY FOR CATS USE FOOD-GRADE DIAMATACEOUS EARTH INSTEAD. While it won’t kill the eggs so requires a few applications, food-grade D. E. is a natural, safe, and effective tool for fleas on cats and dogs. It’s a powder so just lightly dust some on and fleas will break apart when crossing it. Three things to know.: 1.ONLY USE FOOD GRADE D.E. FOR ANIMALS. 2. It’s a fine particulate powder so can irritate lungs, eyes, and nasal tissues if not applied carefully, so avoid eyes, inner ears/ nose/ sensitive membrane areas and tissues. Don’t overdo it and it’s better to lightly dust them while outside so as not to spread in air. 3. It’s a powder so can be drying to skin. It’s better not to use too much and to wash or dab off after a while. Reapply after eggs hatch to kill any new fleas. Can also be spread on floors carefully for a bit and then vacuumed up after a bit. MOVING ON TO NEEM OIL Neem is wonderful for both dog and human skin and hair. For dogs, It’s basically their version of Tea Tree oil. (Tea tree is a natural antiviral, antiseptic, antifungal, antibacterial etc that’s safe for humans but very toxic to animals. I used to not know that so I twice bathed my dog with a few drops of tea tree. Luckily, she had no ill effects but some animals can die from even tiny amounts, so be careful with tea tree! ) Neem is like tea tree in that it has antibacterial properties and keeps parasites and skin issues at bay, but neem is ALSO fantastic for flea control on dogs and has the added benefit of strengthening and nourishing their coat while helping to heal many skin issues. FOR DOGS: add a few drops in bath or mix a shampoo with 1/2 to 1 TSP Neem oil mixed with carrier oil (I use a few TBSPs of coconut oil or a bit of olive oil) and some blue dawn dish soap or Castile soap. The ratio should be abt 5 parts WARM water (must be warm or it won’t mix well) and 4 parts mild soap (ie blue dawn dish soap or Castile soap) to 1 part carrier oil (coconut oil is great for coat and skin) Then add abt a tsp of Neem and mix well. Some ppl also use abt 1/2 TSP of Neem in a spray bottle with warm water and spray on skin issues. Rosemary is also good to add for a spray. Just make sure the water is warm and that you add a drop or two of soap or it won’t mix. FOR PEOPLE: I have brittle nails and Neem is about the only thing that strengthens them. I add a few drops or a good sized squirt to my bath and even heavily diluted it helps my nails, skin, and hair. It strengthens them and also is cleansing. FOR PLANTS: To spray for pests, add about 1/2 to 1 TSP in a spray bottle of WARM water and a drop of dish soap and mix. Spray on leaves to ward off biting types of pests. Neem is a growth inhibitor so won’t kill them but will keep them from chewing on plants and will end bugs life cycle so they can’t grow or reproduce. Be careful not to use around honeybees, butterflies, etc as it can harm them. To do a root soak or help reverse root rot, add same amount of Neem oil to warm water and pour over the roots or base of a plant. Will strengthen roots and over time soaks can also protect leaves. ALSO NOTE: Neem has a garlicky smell that many, including myself, find a bit unpleasant. It is supposed to smell weird, though if rancid will smell even worse.

Other neem brands stink to high heaven. Neem oil doesn’t smell great but it should not smell rancid. This brand I like there neem seem fresh. I’m on my 3rd bottle great for adding into skincare.

This is my 1st ever purchase of neem oil. I am amazed and happy with this product for these: 1. Its opaque glass bottle, which is way healthier than a plastic one. 2. Its pure oily content, not diluted. 3. Its cosmetic properties; I have added a few drops to my shampoo bottle and found my hair to be much softer. The bottle says it can be applied directly to clean hair and skin. I have not dared to do so yet due to its strong odor. 4. Its medicinal properties: I had some red itchy spots on my arms since summer, which would not go away. I used a couple of neem oil drops on them twice a day (in the morning and before bed), and on the 3rd day, no skin irritations any more. I then stopped using the oil and today (2 weeks later) still no problem. Completely treated! What I still find hard to like about neem oil is its super strong unpleasant odor. But I understand that is the natural odor of a genuine pure neem oil product. So I can not fault this product for this. My solutions to cover the odor for daily skin use: 1. Use it before a long morning walk. Let fresh air and wind help reduce that smell. 2. Use it with some scented lotion or skin oil. Now, I hope to find a quality flower-based skin oil with a strong sweet fragrance, to use with my neem oil. Thanks for reading my review. ^_^

Really good quality neem oil! I use it for my scalp and skin, and it works well. Love that it’s organic. The smell is strong (as expected with neem), but overall very effective.

So a few months ago I had to take my dear kitten to the vet, sadly this resulted in them getting an infestation of fleas. Me and my poor cat were miserable until I saw an article claiming Neem oil could get rid of those unwanted pest. Now Neem oil is toxic to cat so you have to be careful while doing this, so I basically gave my little kitten a bath with a few drops of Neem oil and used a flea comb on them. Then I rinsed off the stuff with regular water and prevented them from licking their fur. After that I placed a few drops of Neem oil on their neck, ears and chin and on spots where (just a small drop) they couldn’t reach or lick. As of now I had no issues of fleas, as of yet. I also took a few drops and mixed it with soap and water in a spray bottle and sprayed it on areas of my house that could be affected. This is what worked for me, you may want to consult with a vet before use and it may have been sheer luck for me. It’s a pretty bottle and you get a bit, it stinks quite a bit like a lot.

It works well for both skin and hair care, and a little goes a long way. I also appreciate the natural ingredients and how nourishing it feels with regular use.

It's only been a week so too soon to evaluate. But, the smell is awful.

I use essential oils in homemade recipes for my nails, facials,etc. This works very well with vit e oil, I put directly on my fingernails twice a day, and before my hands get wet. This strengthened my nails very much. They stopped splitting and stayed strong and healthy, I do recommend this oil.

use for skin

Excellent but I don't like the smell