Tea Tree essential oil is pressed out from the leaves of Melaleuca Alternifolia, a small tree native to Australia. Tea tree got its name from the 18th-century sailors who made tea from the leaves of the tree which smelled like nutmeg. This tree grew along the swampy southeast Australian coast. The native Australians crushed the tea leaves to extract the oil, which was inhaled to treat coughs and colds or applied directly to the skin for healing.
How to use?
Diffuser: Tea tree essential oil has anti-bacterial properties. Thus it can be used in a diffuser for sick rooms. Use 3-4 drops of Tea tree essential oil in a diffuser bowl filled with three quarters of water. Essential oils should never be burnt directly as the chemical structure can get changed with incinerator.
Benefits
Stimulates immunity
Combats foot odour and dandruff
Treats acne, soothes cold sores, cuts and burns.
Method
For chronic acne, apply 1 drop of tea tree oil directly on the affected area pimples.
For itching feet, Mix 1 drop of tea tree essential oil and with water and rub on soles and between toes of the feet.
For Smelly feet issues, take 1-2 drops of tea tree essential oil on a tissue and wipe the inside of the shoes with it to get rid of stink causing bacteria.
If you’re having Dandruff troubles, mix 3-4 drops of tea tree essential oil with almond oil or jojoba oil and massage it on your scalp.
Caution: Tea tree essential oil should be used carefully on the sensitive areas.
