Tea Tree (Australian) Essential Oil:
Our Tea Tree essential oil is produced in Australia, and this is thought to be the original and best variety. Historically used by the Aboriginal peoples of Australia, Tea Tree has a strong, fresh almost medicinal aroma. It indeed, offers many medicinal benefits, and is a useful addition to any medicine cabinet.
It offers anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiseptic and antimicrobial properties. Thanks to these properties, tea tree is excellent in fighting against acne, soothing skin ailments and promoting healthy skin. It is thought to be gentle enough to apply directly to the skin, but care should be taken.
Some benefits of Tea Tree essential oil:
- Antiseptic and antimicrobial properties that are thought to kill the bacteria responsible for acne
- Clarifying for troubled skin, use diluted
- Can help purify the scalp and remove build up
- Helpful for toothache, use diluted and hold in mouth over painful tooth for a few minutes. Do not swallow.
- Clears congestion use in a diffuser or steam bath
- Can be used as a hand sanitiser
Suggested Uses:
- Candles and wax melts
- Soap making, bath bombs and other bathroom products
- Preparations for troubled skin
- Shampoos and scalp tonics
- Mouth rinses
- In a steam inhalation to help ease congestion
- A natural hand sanitiser
Product Information:
Inci: Melaleuca Alternifolia
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Part of Plant: Leaves
Family: Myrtaceae
Colour: Colourless to Pale Yellow
Scent: Fresh, slightly medicinal
Note: Middle
Oils to Blend With: Camphoraceous, citrus, and woodsy oils