Also known as Melaleuca or Tea Tree, Tea Tree essential oil has over 92 different components and unlimited applications. Tea tree leaves have been used by Indigenous people in Australia for centuries. They crushed the leaves and applied them directly to the skin for a refreshing effect. Tea tree oil is best known for its purifying properties. It can be used to cleanse and purify the skin and nails, promoting healthy skin. Tea tree oil is often used for occasional skin irritations and to soothe the skin.
Main Benefits
Known for its cleansing and rejuvenating effects to give skin a revitalized freshness
Tea Tree oil has beneficial properties that can help reduce the appearance of blemishes.
Provides strengthening or rejuvenating benefits for hair, skin and nails
Tea Tree oil helps purify and freshen the air to eliminate unpleasant odors from the environment.
Body care
Care at home
Promote clear skin
The use of tea tree oil as a skin cleanser and toner was first discovered by the ancient Indigenous people of Australia. Many people continue to use tea tree oil today for these same reasons! Consider adding one to two drops of tea tree oil to your facial cleanser or moisturizer for additional cleansing properties. Making tea tree oil part of your daily skincare routine will help keep your skin clean, toned, and healthy-looking!
Uses
To treat occasional skin irritations, apply 1 to 2 drops of Tea Tree essential oil to the affected area.
Add 1-2 drops to your facial cleanser to enhance cleansing properties or apply to skin after shaving.
Apply to fingernails and toenails after bathing to purify and maintain healthy-looking nails.
Combine Tea Tree oil and Cedarwood oil and apply to your face after shaving for an invigorating aftershave.
Indications for Use
Aromatic: Use three to four drops in a diffuser of your choice.
Topical: For massage, mix 5 drops with 10 ml of carrier oil. For bath use, mix 5 drops with 5 ml of carrier oil. For fragrance, mix 1 drop with 10 drops of carrier oil.
Precautions
Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or under a doctor's care, consult your doctor. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.
Melaleuca oil is now called Tea Tree
dōTERRA Tea Tree/Melaleuca oil is 100% organic and pure. This means the essential oil contains only the aromatic compounds of Melaleuca and is free of any artificial ingredients or fragrances, and has not been contaminated or adulterated.
This oil is known as Tea Tree, Melaleuca or Tea Tree. All batches of Tea Tree/Melaleuca essential oil are tested by an independent organization , the Aromatic Plant Research Center. You can check the quality report for the oil you purchased here .