Tea tree oil comes from the leaves of the tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia). It grows in the swampy southeast Australian coast. These native Australians crush tea tree leaves to extract the oil, then inhale it to treat coughs and colds or apply it directly to the skin for healing. Nowadays, it is being produced by steam distillation. People use tea tree oil for acne, toenail fungus, and athlete’s foot. It’s also used for dandruff, lice, bad breath, and other conditions. Mostly it is used in the cosmeceutical & pharmaceutical industries for making the application more effective.
Odor: citrus, spicy, terpenic
Taste: Terpenic, spicy
Benefits of the Tea tree oil
- Insect repellent
- Natural deodorant
- Antiseptic for minor cuts and scrapes
- Boost wound healing
- Fight acne
- Get rid of nail fungus
- All-purpose cleaner
- Soothe skin inflammation
- Control dandruff
