Tea Tree Organic Essential Oil | 10ml

Description

+ DESCRIPTION
A powerful, warm and bracing aroma, tea tree was used for centuries by aboriginal Australians to treat coughs, colds, fevers and headaches. It is now one of the most popular and versatile herbal oil treatments:
• Inflammation | contains a compound that quells inflammation; consider massaging on skin with a carrier oil or as mouth wash against infections.
• Acne | kills a range of fungi and yeasts, especially those associated with acne.
• Skin inflammation | contains a compound that quells inflammation; consider massaging on skin with a carrier oil.
• Oral health | works well against bleeding and inflammation from gingivitis, plaque and other gum conditions; also kills the common bacteria that can lead to chronic bad breath; consider using as a mouth wash.
• Hair & scalp | may clarify scalp by killing the yeast causing dandruff; soothe cradle cap on infant (if it’s a nuisance); known to completely eradicate head lice.
• Athletes foot | known to reduce athletes scalp; can totally clear it dependent on dosage and qualified application.
Specific claims are evidenced by either clinical studies or taken from folkloric tradition, which is not guaranteed to be successful for everyone. Contact us for more information.

+ HOW TO USE
Cotton ball: put a few drops in cotton balls and breathe in or (better still) place cotton in a cylindrical container first and breathe in from there. Keep the container at 10cm away and inhale 10 deep breaths. Repeat steps for desired effects 2-3 times a day.
Diffuser/Vaporisation: add recommended number of drops to nebulizer or cold steam diffuser.
Bath: Add few drops to bath. To help oils disperse easily, mix first with little oil or our liquid soap before pouring into bath.
Steam/Compress for cold/flu: Add 10 drops to 100ml very warm water. Soak cloth in the scented water & wrap on desired area (ideal for bruises, wounds, muscular aches & pains and skin problems). For facial steam add 5 drops to bowl of hot water, cover head with a towel to make a tent, then steam face for a few mins.
Massage: Use 1-2% essential oil to carrier (i.e. 1-2 drops per 10ml of carrier); for children under 12 halve this amount.
Acne: Use 1-2% essential oil to carrier (i.e. 1-2 drops per 10ml of carrier) and apply to face.Leave for an hour and rinse or remove with damp cloth. Or add 8 drops of tea tree oil to a half cup of water and apply to face with a cotton pad once daily.
Wound dressing: Add a few drops of oil onto fresh wound dressing to help kill bacteria and reduce inflammation.
Mouthwash: Add 2 drops to a cup of water and use as a mouthwash. Avoid swallowing.
Dandruff: Apply directly to scalp and leave overnight to kill the dandruff causing yeast then wash out in the morning. Or add a few drops to regular shampoo and wash as normal.
Household cleaner: Mix 20 drops of tea tree oil with a cup white vinegar. Pour mixture into a spray bottle and use as an antimicrobial cleaner. Shake bottle before using.

+ PROFILE
INCI: Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil (100% pure & organic)
Cultivation: Australia
Source: Leaves and twigs
Extraction: Steam distillation
Aroma: Medicinal, green & sharp
How it looks: Thin & light yellow
Perfumery note: Middle to Top
Safety: Do not use undiluted on the skin without professional advice. Avoid contact with sensitive areas, such as eyes. Keep out of reach of children. Seek medical advice before using during pregnancy. Keep in a cool, dry place.