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Effect of Neem Leaf Paste Application on Dandruff.

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Summary

Neem leaf paste effectively reduced dandruff in female students, offering a natural, cost-effective treatment. This study shows neem

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Ethnobotany
  • Natural Product Chemistry

Background:

  • Dandruff, a common scalp condition, is associated with Malassezia yeast and causes discomfort.
  • Traditional medicine utilizes neem leaves for their antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.
  • Existing treatments include antifungal shampoos, but natural alternatives are sought.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of neem leaf paste in treating scalp dandruff.
  • To assess the reduction in dandruff severity among female students using neem leaf paste.

Main Methods:

  • A quasi-experimental pre-test post-test control group study was conducted on 100 female students (aged 18-24).
  • Dandruff levels were assessed using the modified Van Abbe's scale before and after neem leaf paste application over two weeks.
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  • Statistical analysis involved t-tests to compare dandruff scores between experimental and control groups.

    • Main Results:

    • The experimental group using neem leaf paste showed a significant reduction in dandruff.
    • After intervention, 44% of the experimental group had no dandruff, versus 4% in the control group.
    • The mean dandruff score decreased from baseline to 0.7 in the experimental group compared to 1.72 in the control group (p<0.00001).

    Conclusions:

    • Neem leaf paste is an effective and natural treatment for managing dandruff.
    • Its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties make it a viable, accessible alternative.
    • The study highlights neem leaf paste as a safe and cost-effective option for dandruff management.