A customer asks:
Dear Dr. Peter,
Do you have any experience with cold sores and Neem oil? Can I put it directly on my lip? What if I lick it? Will it help with the pain and infection?
Thanks! AngieDr. Peter answers:
Dear Angie,
As you probably know, a cold sore is caused by a virus. Neem is well known to have antiviral properties. It is also an all natural product from the Neem Tree. For cold sores, we recommend using JustNeem’s Lip Gleem or our Neem Cure Neem Oil.
JustNeem Cure Neem Oil is an all-around product that can be used for any skin blemishes, including cold sores. It has the highest content of Neem and comes with a convenient dropper. One drop is all it takes for a cold sore on your lip. Apply Neem Cure Neem Oil 3 to 4 times a day and you will see a decrease in swelling, redness, and discomfort in not very long. This blend of Neem, Jojoba and Essential oils will absorb quickly into your skin and is harmless if a small amount is ingested. However, Neem Cure has been created for external use and we do not recommend using it on soft tissue or internally.
JustNeem’s Lip Gleem is made with potent Sub-Saharan Neem, a blend of oils and butters. and natural Vitamin E. It will keep your lips moisturized and elastic and will help prevent lips to crack when used on a regular basis (several times a day), especially during this cold winter weather. Smooth, intact lips are the best barrier for cold sore infections.
We hope your cold sore will be better soon!
Best, Dr. Peter
It works! I felt a cold sore starting one morning you know the tingling and swelling …so I got a q- tip soaked it with neem oil put it on the area and repeated every few hours during the day the next morning barely noticeable kept treating for 3 days it never even made a mark ….I think you’ll get the best results if you catch it quick.I just put it on my lips every morning and night just to be proactive…..don’t put it on if your going to kiss someone though.
I have herpes breakout in the wall of my mouth(right cheek) and in my genital. Which of the neem products would you recommend and how would I administer the one for the mouth. Is it safe to lick and swallow? Lastly do you ship to Nigeria?
With a confirmed medical condition like you describe we recommend consulting a doctor for treatment.
Should you be interested in trying our Neem products to complement the treatment, the Neem Cure might be the right one to use for the mouth. It was created for external use, but if you use it as a mouthwash, it might give you relieve (a few drops mixed in water; swish in your mouth but don’t swallow). For the genital areas I recommend our Tub Teas. You can create a Neem bath to soak in it for the recommended time.
And, no, we do not sell to Nigeria.
Hmm… this is very interesting. I haven’t heard of using neem oil to aid cold sores before reading this article. Thank you for the useful infromation, I shall be looking in to it further.
Great Valerie! Give it a try and you will be happy you did. Try the our Lip Gleem with Neem or our Neem Cure.
It freaking works! I used neem cure on my cold sore and it went away before it ever erupted through the surface of my lip. Really unreal product. Pure & Effective. So nice to be able to rely on a product for a change. Thanks!
Thank you for your kind words, Shelly! We are so happy to hear how much you like our products.
Dear Neem Team,
I really have to say: it worked! The Neem Cure healed my lips from the cold sore! My lip wasn’t torn as it was all the years before and the healing was much faster. Thank you very much! I can only recommend the Neem products! I don´t have the Neem Lip Gleem yet, but will order that soon!