melaleuca-alternifolia2Tea tree oil is an essential oil that is steam distilled from the Australian plant Melaleuca alternifolia - a plant native to Australia. Tea tree oil exudes a fresh, camphor-like scent and is usually clear to very pale golden in colour.

Tea tree oil has been proven to be an effective bacterial, anti-fungal and antispectic agent in the treatment and cure of common ailments such as:-

and many other ailments and conditions.

Read on to find many ways of using tea tree oil for your health and around your home...

Tea tree oil uses

Hair
Use tea tree oil to help with dandruff, scalp problems and psoriasis.
Skin
Acne, ringworm, burns and cuts can all be treated with tea tree oil.
Nail fungus
Get rid of nail fungus using this natural essential oil.
Head lice
Sick of kids coming home with head lice? Try these home remedies.
Oral care
Make your own mouthwash and toothpaste using tea tree oil.
Cleaning
Kill mold and make your own disinfectants sprays for household cleaning.
Personal
Sinus pain, BV, cold sores and yeast infections can be treated.
Pets
Tea tree oil can be used to treat fleas and ear infections in dogs.