Tea Tree Essential Oil 1 fl. oz Melaleuca alternifolia |
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Tea Tree essential oil has a strong herbal medicinal scent. It blends well with cinnamon, clove, cypress, eucalyptus, ginger, lavender, thyme, clary sage, geranium, lavandin, marjoram, oakmoss, pine and rosemary. It is extracted by water or steam distillation from the leaves and twigs of the tree. | |
Properties Tea Tree Essential Oil is a must have. It is antibiotic, antiseptic, antiviral, bactericide, cicatrizant, expectorant, fungicide, insecticide and sudorific. Although it may cause irritation on sensitive areas of skin, along with Lavender it is just about the only oil that is recommended to be used "neat" or straight from the bottle without dilution. Tea tree has extensive applications. Its most important usage is to help the immune system fight off infectious diseases. Indicated for influenza, cold sores, and gingivitis. A series of massage with this oil before surgery will help to fortify the body. Its strong antiviral and germicidal properties are useful in repeated infections. Its fungicidal properties help clear vaginal thrush and is of value with genital infections generally. Alleviates urinary tract problems such as cystitis. Gives relief to genital and anal itching as well as general itching from chicken pox to rashes caused by insect bites. It will apparently reduce scarring when applied before treatment as the protective film. Helps to ease otitis. Reduces pus in infected wounds. Clears blemishes caused by chicken pox and shingles. Useful with minor burns, sores, sunburn, ringworm, warts, tinea, herpes and athletes foot. Helpful with dry conditions of the scalp as well as dandruff. | |
Caution Avoid if pregnant, are epileptic or have high blood pressure. Use in moderation. This information is not intended to diagnose, or prescribe any form of treatment. The statements in this information have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The products herein are not intended to treat, cure, or prevent any disease, and are meant solely for Aromatherapy purposes alone. If you are suffering from any illness or medical complaint, always first seek the advice of your physician. Some essential oils should be avoided if you have a diagnosed medical condition, should not be used on children, or during pregnancy. |