Tea Tree Organic Essential Oil

In early times, it seems the leaves of this tree were infused to make tea, which is how the name came into being. Tea Tree Organic Essential Oil is the concentrated liquid compound steam distilled from the leaves of the tree Melaleuca alternifolia, which is native to the northeast coast of New South Wales, Australia. The oil is claimed to have valuable antiseptic and anti-fungal properties due to constituents called terpenoids and are used in many personal care products and medicines today.

Tea tree oil is said to be good for relieving congestion, cold, cough and flu. It has been used to heal acne, fungal infections, dandruff, vaginal infections, haemorrhoids, athlete’s foot, and is believed to soothe aching muscles and joint injuries. When added to bath water it helps control bacteria. Tea tree oil is not to be taken internally. It is usually used only on adults and must be kept away from children and pets. Don’t use it if you’re pregnant or lactating.

The tea tree has been known for its medicinal properties since ancient times in eastern Australia. The Australian aborigines are known to have been using the crushed leaves to heal cuts, burns, sores, and infections for hundreds of years. They inhaled the oils from the crushed leaves to relieve coughs and colds. They sprinkled this oil on wounds and applied a poultice on it. They infused the leaves and made tea to soothe sore throats. It was between 1920 and 1930 that the essential oil of this tree began to be known and used for its antimicrobial properties in Europe.

Diffusion: Use three to four drops in the diffuser of your choice.

Add a few drops of this oil placed on a cloth can be inhaled through the mouth and exhaled through the nose for half a minute.

Add a few drops to your bath water to feel invigorated and refreshed.

Apply one to two drops to desired areas. Dilute with our Fractionated Coconut Oil to minimise any skin sensitivity.

Essential oils are a natural alternative therapy that have a large number of benefits when using. These include helping to reduce stress, anxiety, headaches and help with your sleep.

Latin Name: Melaleuca Alternifolia.

Part of Plant Used: Leaves & Twigs.

Source: Australia.

Extraction Method: Steam Distillation.

Organic essential oils are oils that are derived from plants that are not grown using pesticides, fertilizers or other chemicals.

Non-organic essential oils come from products that can use those types of chemicals. If you are worried about these types of chemicals in your essential oils.

Cautions

Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas