Where do we begin? Tea tree oil is good for so many things… it’s often referred to as nature’s medicine in a bottle because it contains antiseptic, antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties.
Tea tree oil is good for so many things!
Tea tree oil has been used for thousands of years by the native Aboriginal people of Australia because it’s so good at healing and improving skin, hair and general health conditions.
Read on for an in-depth guide of what tea tree oil is good for >>
Is tea tree oil good for pimples and acne?
For decades tea tree oil has proved to be good for treating acne and pimple conditions. Studies have shown that a solution of 5% tea tree oil can be just as effective as benzoyl peroxide – a commonly prescribed acne treatment. Tea tree oil does take longer to work than chemical based applications, but it’s much more effective for people with sensitive skin.
Tea tree oil is good for acne because it doesn’t have the same side effects as benzoyl peroxide such as peeling and redness. Because of the oil’s antibacterial properties tea tree oil is good for preventing further infection whilst encouraging healing.
Is tea tree oil good for other skin conditions?
The antibacterial qualities for tea tree oil make it good for any type of skin condition such as scabies, ringworm, rosacea, warts, boils, skin tags or eczema along with preventing any infection in cuts, burns or scrapes.
On a more personal level, tea tree oil is good for yeast infections such as bacterial vaginosis (BV), cold sores or general yeast infections.
Tea tree oil is good for improving the quality of the skin by deep cleansing and healing in an all-natural way without using harsh chemical-based products.
Is tea tree oil good for nail fungus and Athlete’s foot?
Tea tree oil is good for any type of nail fungus – whether it's fingernail fungus or toenail fungus. It also helps with the symptoms of Athlete’s foot (tinea) as the oil contains natural anti-fungal properties. If applied twice daily to the affected area you will definitely see improvement in most cases. It may take a couple of weeks for the nail fungus or Athlete’s foot to disappear completely but tea tree oil is good for eliminating any type of fungal condition.
Is tea tree oil good for hair?
Tea tree oil is very good for treating a variety of hair conditions such as dandruff, scalp problems, psoriasis of the scalp and can even kill head lice and their eggs (nits). You can even make your own preventative spray using tea tree oil – when applied to your child’s hair it will help repel head lice.
Tea tree oil is natural and contains no chemicals, leaving your hair soft and shiny.
Is tea tree oil good for oral care?
Tea tree oil is good for maintaining general oral health – it’s really quite simple to make your own mouthwash or toothpaste and the results are very effective as tea tree oil will kill bacteria in the mouth and reduce any pain or irritation due to gum disease.
So what else is tea tree oil good for?
Tea tree oil has also been proven to be good for ear infections and sinus pain or infection without the use of antibiotics. If you’re suffering from a piercing bump or infection, then tea tree oil is also good for this type of minor infection.
Tea tree oil is also good for various types of household cleaning – you can make your own effective mold remover or household spray to help clean bathrooms, counter tops, vanities, etc.
Tea tree oil is good for applying to dogs – it will help get rid of dog’s ear infections caused by mites and is also a very good flea repellant.
Other benefits of tea tree oil
What else is tea tree oil good for?
• Soothes insect bites
• Use as an air freshener in your home
• Helps soothe and heal sunburn
• Freshen up and disinfect laundry
As you can see the benefits of tea tree oil are wide and varied with so many different uses and applications. We can totally understand why it’s referred to as ‘nature’s wonder in a bottle’!
