Tea Tree

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Melaleuca alternifolia

Tea tree oil, also known as melaleuca, comes from an Australian plant and has been widely used for almost 100 years as a healing treatment. In fact, the oil from its leaves was placed in first aid kits of soldiers during World War II to support wound health. It is probably best known for its antibacterial and antiseptic properties that treat skin conditions like athlete’s foot, acne, and contact dermatitis. It also eases fungal and yeast growth in the skin, mouth, and genitals with its antifungal properties. Tea Tree oil can also be applied to the scalp for hair regrowth keeping it shinier, healthier, and stronger. Top up your daily regimen by adding it to hand sanitizer and deodorant.

Disclaimer: This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any diseases. Store in a cool, dry place.

Primary Benefits & Uses Dilution Recommendation Directions for Use & Cautions

Primary Benefits:

It serves as an effective insect repellent in your room and on skin when applied.
It has antibacterial properties that help treat skin condition like athlete’s foot, acne, psoriasis, and contact dermatitis.
It is also used as fungus-fighting agent by preventing fungal growth on skin, mouth, and genitals as well as antiviral remedy which prevents worsening of common cold to flu.

Uses:

Serves as deodorant when applied to underarms.
Use oil with a diffuser to free a room of mosquitoes.
Keeps wounds and pimples germ-free when rubbed with Tea Tree oil.
Mix oil with hand sanitizer to improve antibacterial properties.
Helps remove lice in head when applied to scalp.

Children over 6 years & elderly:

1% dilution (1 drop of Tea Tree oil per teaspoon of carrier oil; 6 drops per ounce)

Adults:

2% dilution (2 drops of Tea Tree oil per teaspoon of carrier oil; 12 drops per ounce)

Diffusion:

Use 3-4 drops in the diffuser to free room of mosquitoes.

Topical:

Apply 2-3 drops of oil on your underarm to prevent body odor. It can also help in treating skin conditions like athlete’s foot, acne, psoriasis, and contact dermatitis.

Cautions:

Tea Tree oil is not advised to be ingested or mixed with food and drinks directly.
Dilute with a carrier oil to minimize skin sensitivity especially for children.
Choose safe carrier oil like Olive oil, Coconut oil, or Almond oil.
Although potentially safe, still use Tea Tree oil under proper guidance during lactation, labouring, and pregnancy.
Make sure to first do a 24-hour patch test to your skin before regular usage in case of allergic reactions.