Traditionally known as the "pharmaceutical tree," the Neem tree's medicinal properties have been known and used for centuries in India. The natural oil from the Neem Tree has wonderful properties, one of which is its ability to heal many serious skin conditions.

A compound called sodium nimbinate found in neem leaves has been shown to provide significant relief to inflamed tissue. Other compounds, such as nimbin, nimbinin and nimbidol, are comparable to cortisone acetate in reducing inflammation.