Neem has been used for centuries to treat problems of the skin and to prevent infection. Burns are treated very effectively with a neem-based cream spread lightly on the affected area. Neem reduce the pain, kills bacteria that can cause infection, stimulates the local immune system and promotes rapid healing with reduced scarring. Immediately after receiving the burn apply a neem-based cream to the burn with an ice cube. Continue to apply the cream until the burn has healed completely. Sunburns may also be treated with neem-based creams. Those that have used neem after a sunburn have found that the pain and itching are greatly reduced and the skin is less damaged and peels less than areas without neem.