Benefits of Tea Tree Oil

A product of plants found naturally in Australia, oil from tea trees (sometimes referred to as Melaleuca) is an intriguing substance with a wide range of properties and potential cosmetic applications. Used for generations by Australian aboriginal tribes as an antiseptic, tea tree oil has been steadily gaining popularity in Western markets, appearing in shampoos, soaps, topical solutions, and even on toothpicks.

The native tribes associated with tea tree oil frequently integrated the plant leaves into their treatments for colds and coughs. Adding two or three drops to boiling water can have similar benefits for those attempting to sooth a sore throat or related ailments through steam inhalation.

As an anti-fungal and anti-bacterial, Melaleuca has been shown to be effective in treating athlete’s foot and dandruff at 5% concentration in hair care products, in addition to having a positive impact on mild to moderate acne. It is often applied to warts, boils, rashes, insect bites, and wounds for its apparent healing and soothing properties.

Tea tree oil can be used as a general disinfectant and may help relax muscles when mixed with bath water. When mixed in with a cup full of water, a few drops of tea tree oil can help fight bad breath, gingivitis, plaque, and even kill bacteria before oral surgery. However, it is important to always keep in mind that tea tree oil can be toxic when ingested, so be sure to never swallow any tea tree product.

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