ECO. Essential Oil - Tea Tree

A clearing, camphor-like aroma for the mind & body.

Tea Tree oil (Melaleuca alternifolia) is an uplifting and stimulating essential oil. This versatile essential oil can also be used in cleaning products as an effective broad-spectrum disinfectant due to its antimicrobial action. Tea tree oil can also be added to DIY Recipes for acne, hair treatments, and body wash.

Size: 10ml / 0.34fl.oz

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Skin Conditions: Tea Tree oil is an excellent treatment for acne. It has been proven to be as effective as benzyl peroxide and often kinder to the skin. The powerful antimicrobial action of Tea Tree oil is useful for treating wounds and other skin and nail infections. Bug bites may also be soothed by Tea Tree.

Lowered Immunity: Tea Tree oil is a strong antimicrobial and it is reported to support the immune system. Terpinen-4-ol is a compound in the essential oil and thought to increase white blood cell production. White blood cells are responsible for destroying infected cells in the body. For those with lowered immune systems either through medication, health conditions or exhaustion, Tea Tree is a protective essential oil.

Respiratory Support: Tea Tree oil has a strong antiviral and antibacterial action. Add Tea Tree essential oil to the diffuser to prevent airborne germs from spreading or use in a steam inhalation to help manage respiratory infections.

Antimicrobial: A large body of research supports findings that Tea Tree essential oil effectively neutralises a variety of pathogens including some antibiotic resistant strains of bacteria. We can keep our families safe by adding Tea Tree essential oil to hand soap, disinfectant sprays, and cleaning products.

Dandruff: Enrich your shampoo with Tea Tree essential oil to help clear up dandruff. Some cases of dandruff are thought to be caused by fungal infection which Tea Tree essential oil may improve. The anti-inflammatory property of the oil may also soothe an irritated and itchy scalp.

Mental Stamina: Tea Tree essential oil can invigorate and uplift the spirits. When we are under pressure it has been recommended to help improve mental resilience. Tea Tree can help us combat apathy, lethargy, and melancholy after prolonged stress.

How to use Tea Tree Pure Essential Oil

Diffuser: Add 6-8 drops of Tea Tree essential oil to a diffuser.

Quick fix: A few deep inhalations from the bottle can help when you are at work, in the car or anytime you need a quick break.

Shower: Add 2-3 drops of Tea Tree oil to the corner of the shower and enjoy the benefits of steam inhalation.

Bath: Add up to 5 drops of Tea Tree oil in a dispersant such as oil or honey, to the bath.

Hand or foot bath: Add 2 drops of Tea Tree essential oil to a bowl of water to treat nail infections.

Compress: Add 2 drops of Tea Tree essential oil to a bowl of water. For treating inflammation or to cool down use cold to room temperature water. For aching tight muscles use warm to hot water. Agitate a face washer in the water, wring out excess moisture and apply washer to the affected area. Repeat two or three times as the compress cools down or warms up.

Steam Treatment: Add 2 drops of Tea Tree essential oil to a bowl of steaming hot water. Place your face close to the bowl and cover the back of your head and bowl with a towel to trap the aromatic vapours. Caution due to risk of burns or scalding and keep eyes covered during treatment.

Ingredients

Source: Australia

Botanical name: Melaleuca alternifolia