Purifying, bracing and emotionally clearing, Tea Tree is supportive for the mind, helping to renew energy levels and restore optimism.
A powerful anti-microbial, Tea Tree is famous for its ability to deeply cleanse congested skin, helping to clear and relieve common skincare complaints such as breakouts and acne.
Tea Tree oil can be used for hair and scalp care by mixing it with a blending oil or adding a few drops to shampoo or conditioner. It helps prevent chemical and dead skin build-up, resulting in a healthier scalp and hair. Studies have shown it can reduce dandruff and improve scalp itchiness and greasiness.
Historically, Tea Tree has been used to assist in treating athlete’s foot and other fungal infections due to its anti-fungal properties. Tea Tree oil can also provide support to the immune system and is known to assist with relief of the symptoms of sinusitis and other respiratory complaints.
Tea Tree is a popular substitute for insect repellents that contain chemicals. Its strong aroma has been found to be effective in deterring the presence of several pests, such as bed bugs, lice, mosquitoes, and ants.
Its anti-bacterial properties make Tea Tree an asset to any cleaning routine, able to cleanse surfaces whilst neutralising bad odours.
Top Tip: Add a drop of Tea Tree to your cloth before wiping down surfaces around your home to deodorize and deeply cleanse.
Aromatically, Tea Tree is a middle-note essential oil, the main body and balance of a blend, meaning its scent will last a few hours.
Native to Australia, the Tea Tree is part of the Myrtaceae (Myrtle) family and produces one of the most well-known essential oils globally. Tea Tree supposedly gets its name from being used as a tea by sailors from the 18th century under Captain Cook as he navigated the Pacific Ocean. He witnessed the indigenous population of Australia using the leaves as medicine and copied the use. Tea Tree has become a common household remedy, with the huge industry producing hundreds of kilos of Tea Tree every year.
How to use:
Diffuser Blend – Add 6-8 drops of Tea Tree to your diffuser to create a clearing and refreshing atmosphere. It is also helpful for relieving the symptoms of coughs and colds.
Massage Blend – Add up to 5 drops per 10ml of blending oil. This can help ease congestion and other respiratory symptoms.
Skin Blend – Add 2 drops per 10ml of blending oil for a cleansing facial blend or up to 5 drops per 10ml of blending oil for use on the body. Not recommended for use on sensitive, damaged or allergy-prone skin.
Bath Blend – Add 4-6 drops of essential oil to 20ml of blending oil. Helpful for full-body acne or to relieve the symptoms of coughs and colds. Add to your bath water and swirl to disperse. This will make at least 3 baths.
Inhalation – Useful for relieving head colds and nasal congestion, add 3 drops of Tea Tree to a bowl of hot water, place a towel over your head, close your eyes and breathe. This application is not suitable for asthmatics, instead use in a diffuser.
*Blends well with: Eucalyptus, Lemon & Rosemary
Ingredients:
100% pure Melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree) leaf oil.
Our Organic Tea Tree essential oil originates from Australia. It’s extracted from the green leaves and twigs of the tree using steam distillation to produce a thin, light yellow essential oil.
Safety:
For external use only. Do not use undiluted on the skin. Avoid contact with sensitive areas, such as eyes. Do not use essential oils on children under 5 years old. Consult your healthcare professional before using essential oils during pregnancy. Best kept in a cool dry place. Naturally occurring allergens: Limonene. May produce an allergic reaction.
