Tea Tree Essential Oil

Tea Tree essential oil, extracted from Melaleuca alternifolia, is widely recognized for its powerful medicinal aroma and exceptional antiseptic properties. Known as one of the most versatile essential oils, it is valued for its ability to support the immune system, combat infections, and promote skin healing.

Botanical name	Melaleuca alternifolia
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Family	Myrtaceae Family
Characteristics	A clear, colourless to pale yellow liquid with a fresh, medicinal odor.
Note	Top note
Used in blend(s)	Inner Strength
Plant parts used	Leaves
Method of extraction	Steam distillation
Folklore & History	Tea Tree essential oil has been used for centuries by the Australian Aboriginal people to heal infected wounds with its leaves. Introduced to Europe around 1927, it quickly gained a reputation for its excellent antiseptic properties and was included in first aid kits for tropical areas during World War II.
Origin	Australia
Therapeutic Properties	Tea Tree oil is uplifting and helps build confidence, making it valuable for emotional resilience and determination. Tea Tree essential oil is renowned for its antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiseptic, expectorant, and insecticidal properties. It supports the nervous system as a restorative for chronic mental and physical fatigue. In the immune system, it activates the body’s defense mechanisms to fight off invading organisms. In the genitourinary system, it addresses conditions such as thrush, vaginitis, cystitis, pruritis, and candida albicans. For the respiratory system, it aids in asthma, bronchitis, catarrh, coughs, sinusitis, and whooping cough. Tea Tree is particularly beneficial for the integumentary system, treating acne, athlete’s foot, blisters, burns, cold sores, herpes, dandruff, insect bites, oily skin, rashes, warts, wounds, and ringworm.
Contraindications	Tea Tree essential oil is non-toxic and non-irritating but may cause sensitization in some individuals. Always consult a healthcare provider before using essential oils, especially in larger quantities.
Interesting read	Melaleuca alternifolia (Tea Tree) Oil: a Review of Antimicrobial and Other Medicinal Properties