Escentia Ti-Tree (Tea Tree) Oil (Melaleuca alternifolia) is renowned for its antimicrobial, antiseptic, and disinfectant properties. This oil is used for skin and hair conditions, including acne, pimples, problem skin, teenage skin, scrapes and wounds, eczema, rashes, athlete's foot and psoriasis. It may be useful for headlice, dandruff and itchy, flaky scalp. Use it in combination with lavender oil for minor burns, insect bites and sunburn. Use it as a steam inhalation to ease the symptoms of upper respiratory infections. Add one drop of tea tree oil to lukewarm water and use it as a mouth wash or gargle for a sore throat. Do not swallow.

Country of origin: South Africa

Directions

Dilute 5 drops of essential oil per 10 ml carrier oil. Use as a massage oil or bath oil. Add 5 -10 drops of essential oil to your bath water or to a tub of hot water for steam inhalation.

A note of caution

Do not take it internally. Do not use undiluted on the skin. Keep out of reach of children and away from the eyes. Do not use it during pregnancy or if you are breastfeeding.  Always dilute before use (see Directions). 

Some individuals may experience irritation and/or allergic reactions when applying diluted essential oils to the skin. Perform a skin test before using any diluted essential oils on your skin.