The leaves of the neem tree (Azadirachta Indica) are very useful in skin diseases. They are applied externally on the skin. They are very effective in the treatment in various skin diseases such as acne and pimples. They are also used to treat small pox, chronic ulcers, swelling and wounds. The leaves when applied to the skin gives cooling effect on the skin.
The ointment can be also prepared from the leaves of the neem which is used in diabetes treatment,also used in healing ulcers and wounds. The leaves plays an important role in the treatment of skin disease.