Tea Tree is native to Australia, the industry is well regulated as the original producer of tea tree and the standards are highly regarded as the best quality.
It is one of the most popular essential oils for it's effective antiseptic and anti-fungal properities, also well known around the world for a multitude uses.
Botanical Name : Melaleuca Alternifolia
Country of Origin : Australia
Extraction Method : Steam Distilled
Plant Part : Leaves
Aromatic Scent : Piney, Fresh, Earthy and Camphoraceous
Usage & Benefit : Best known for its purifying properties, which make it useful for cleansing the skin, home surfaces, and purifying the air. It has a broad antimicrobial activities against bacteria, viruses and fungi, which makes it a valuable oil for treatment of acne, althele's foot, dandruff, burns, oily skin, insect bites.
Blends well with : Lemon, Ylang Ylang, Lavender, Clary Sage, Geranium, Rosemary, Bergamot, Clove Bud and Eucalyptus essential oils.
Note :
Do not use Tea Tree essential oil on infant under 6 months old.
For children under 2 years old:
Water diffuser (1 to 2 drops per 100ml)
Nebuliser diffuser (15 sec for 1/2/3 hour)
For topical use (Dilute pure essential oils with a carrier oil such as Grapeseed oil/jojoba oil/fractionated coconut oil,etc) it is important to follow these dilution guidelines for :
- 6 - 24 months : 0.25% - 0.5%
- 2 - 6 years old : 1% - 2%
- 6 - 15 years old : 1.5% - 2%
- Over 15 years : 2% - 3%
(Refer to dilution chart at FAQ page)
Tea Tree Essential Oil
Caution
- Keep out of reach of children
- Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas
- For external use only
- If pregnant or under doctor’s care, consult your physician
- Possible skin sensitivity
- Dilute with carrier oil before use on skin
- Discontinue if irritation occurs
- Keep tightly sealed
- Store in a cool, dark and dry place