Tea Tree

Tea Tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) is the oil obtained from the leaves of the Melaleuca alternifolia plant.

 

Benefits

 

         Tea Tree is anti-microbial, anti-viral, anti-fungal, antiseptic and an insecticide. It is believed to cure vaginitis, paronychia (nail infection), yeast infection, and athlete’s foot. It also strengthens the immune system.
         Various skin disorders like acne, eczema, black heads, ringworm and scabies can be treated effectively with Tea Tree.
         It is also used extensively in aromatherapy to cure respiratory disorders such as asthma, bronchitis, sinusitis and tuberculosis.

 

How to use Tea Tree

 

         Add a few drops of essential Tea Tree oil to warm water. Use this refreshing gargle to heal mouth ulcers, sore throats and other dental problems.
         Rub the oil on minor wounds, sores, cuts, burns, insect bites and plantar warts to enable quick healing.
         Get rid of dandruff and head lice by applying the oil to the scalp.
         Make a poultice to alleviate a headache.
         Rub the oil onto the nose or inhale it at regular intervals to cure colds and a running nose.
         Mix a little Tea Tree oil with water in a spray bottle and spritz it in a room as a disinfectant and room freshener.