Tea Tree Essential Oil
Melaleuca alternifolia
Tea Tree Essential Oil is one of the most widely respected and used essential oils as it is remarkably beneficial in supporting optimal immune function, healthy skin and hair and overall wellness.
Tea Tree Essential Oil is a supremely purifying essential oil possessing many therapeutic benefits. Considered a weed by the rest of the world, the Australian Aborigines long ago realized the importance of this small tree's healing attributes. The leaves of the Melaleuca tree have been used by the Aboriginal peoples in northeastern New South Wales for many generations. It purifies as it heals and is a must for any home medicine cabinet or first-aid kit.
BENEFITS
Tea Tree Essential Oil has strong antiviral and antibacterial properties and has been used to address a variety of infections including fungal and yeast infections.
Tea Tree Essential Oil is one of the most well-known essential oils for purifying and cleansing, and effectively supports the immune system during the challenging winter season.
Tea Tree Essential Oil is also great for reducing minor inflammation, as well. It is also prized for supporting a healthy respiratory system and can prove useful for treating coughs and other lung ailments.
Tea Tree Essential Oil is known to have remarkable effects on irritated skin by helping to ease redness and restore smoothness. Other popular uses include helping to combat skin blemishes and soothing skin that has been overexposed in the sun.
Tea Tree Essential Oil has also shown a high degree of efficacy in clearing and promoting healthy nails. It can also be applied topically in ointments, salves and compresses to encourage skin health and is an important oil for cleansing and restoring healthy skin tissue when properly diluted.
Tea Tree Essential Oil can also help soothe insect bites, but is even better used as an insect repellent.
Emotionally
and energetically, Tea Tree Essential Oil is a calming yet energizing essential oil that is ideal for aromatherapy, massage, wellness and soap making applications intended to energize and uplift the body and mind. It can help build confidence and strength, while gently working to lift spirits. Tea Tree Essential Oil also help soothe nerves and calm an overactive mind, thus making it a great sleep aid.
PART USED Leaves
SYNONYMS Melaleuca alternifolia (Maiden & Betche) Cheel
COMMON NAMES Narrow-Leaved Paperbark Tree, Narrow-Leaved Ti-Tree, Melaleuca Oil, Ti Tree Oil
EXTRACTION METHOD Steam Distilled Essential Oil
ORIGIN Australia