This amazing soap have been said to heal almost any ailment of the skin for people or pets. I am not claiming any medical miracles here, but the healing properties cannot be denied, just read what I found out about Neem:
The following information was excerpted from: Neem-The Ultimate Herb Literature from Pure Gar Neem: A Tree For Solving Global Problems. Conrick, John. National Academy Press.
For centuries, the people of India have utilized the Neem tree (Azadirachta indica) for its variety of medicinal uses. The twigs, leaves, and bark of the Neem tree provide so many benefits that the Indian equivalent to the American Food and Drug Administration (FDA) believes that anything from Neem has to be good, according to R.O. Larson, a contributor to the book, Neem, A Tree For Solving Global Problems.
Perhaps Neems most touted advantage is the effect it has upon the skin. Preparations from the leaves or oils of the tree are used as general antiseptics, according to a report of The National Research Councils Ad Hoc Panel of the Board on Science and Technology for International Development. Due to Nees antibacterial properties, it is effective in fighting most epidermal dysfunction such as acne, psoriasis, and eczema. Ancient ayurvedic practitioners believed high sugar levels in the body caused skin disease; Neems bitter quality was said to counteract the sweetness.
Traditionally, Indians bathed in Neem leaves steeped in hot water. Since there has never been a report of the topical application of Neem causing an adverse side effect, this is a common procedure to cure skin ailments or allergic reactions.
Many observers have noted that Neem relieves athletes foot, ringworm, and yeast-like fungi that can develop internally.
Neem also may provide antiviral treatment for smallpox, chicken pox and warts--especially when applied directly to the skin. Its effectiveness is due in part to its ability to inhibit a virus from multiplying and spreading. In India and Africa, people use the twigs of the Neem tree as toothbrushes. This practice has apparently influenced current dental products that incorporate Neem bark extracts in toothpaste and mouthwashes.
Neem produces pain-relieving, anti-inflammatory and fever-reducing compounds that can aid in the healing of cuts, burns, sprains, earaches, and headaches, as well as fevers. Several studies of Neem extracts in suppressing malaria have been conducted, all supporting its use in treatment. Scientists at Indias Defense Institute of Physiology and Allied Science believe that they have found a Neem-oil extract that behaves as a spermicide. More research is being conducted in this area because of Neems widespread availability in overpopulated countries unable to afford pricier birth control methods.