Ingredients/Chemical Components
terpinen-4-ol, γ-terpinene, α-terpinene
Primary Benefits
- Renowned for its cleansing and rejuvenating effect on the skin.
- Protects against environmental and seasonal threats.
- Promotes healthy scalp and hair.
- Promotes healthy immune function.
- Promotes healthy cellular function.
- Supports healthy gastrointestinal function.
- Provides respiratory support.
History
Many know and refer to melaleuca as “tea tree oil.” A native plant of Australia, its numerous skin and health boosting benefits were fundamental to the needs of the Aborigines.
Oil Description
Tea Tree’s purifying properties make it ideal for skin care and beauty products. Like arborvitae and eucalyptus, Tea Tree oil can be used as a powerful homemade cleanser.
Cautions
Use with a carrier for sensitive skin. Keep out of reach of children. Consult your physician if you are pregnant, nursing or under a doctor’s care. Do not put oils directly in your eyes (oils can drip into eyes – if this happens, flush with fractionated coconut oil, not water). Do not drip oils into the ear canal. Avoid sensitive areas.
*The statements on this page have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Protocols and Recipies
Uses
- Protects against environmental and seasonal threats.
- Promotes a clear, healthy complexion.
- Soothes minor skin irritations.
- Soothes the mouth and throat (via the mouth or applied externally).
- Helps purify and freshen air.
- Provides eye and ear support (do NOT put oil in your eyes or drip down your ear canal).
- Use as a powerful surface cleanser.
- Deters worms and parasites.
Emotional Components
- Elevates mood
Directions for Use
- Dab directly on areas of concern.
- Soothe sensitive spots on the hands and fingers (avoid touching your eyes) like paper cuts and raw areas around the nails. Sensitive skin may want to dilute with an unscented lotion or coconut oil as a carrier before applying.
- Drip a few drops into shampoo before applying for relief of occasional scalp support.
- Drip one drop on or under the tongue to purify the mouth and throat (for children, dab on your finger and swipe around the mouth – they will not like it but it will help). Can drip 2 drops into a shot glass with enough water for a mouthful and gargle, swish, gargle, swish, swallow to sooth your throat.
- Apply diluted to the outside of the throat for children or if you can’t stand the taste for throat support.
- For eye support, dab very lightly around the eye bone. Be very careful not to get oil in the eye. Keep eyes closed. Can add a warm, wet compress for added support.
- For ear support, dab around outside of ear and lightly swipe in the concha (bowl part). Do not let oil drip down the ear canal. May need to dilute with coconut oil for children and sensitive skin. Can drip one drop on a cotton ball and face oil toward canal and put a band aid over the ear to hold the cotton ball in place for overnight support.
- For a clear complexion, add 1-2 drops of tea rree oil to face wash or daily moisturizer.
- Soothe irritated skin by massaging 1-2 drops directly to area as needed.
- For healthy nails, add a drop of tea tree oil onto toenails and fingernails after your shower or bath. Can also help deter nail biting.
- Boost your immune system: add 1–2 drops to liquid glass of water, or inside a veggie capsule.
- For small wounds, wash then apply 1-3 drops of tea tree over the affected area. Cover and reapply as needed.
- Add 5 drops of tea tree oil into spray bottle with water and use it to wipe down surfaces in your kitchen or bathroom. For added freshness, add 3-5 drops of grapefruit or lavender oils.
- Defend against seasonal threats by diffusing 5 drops of tea tree oil in work, school, or home spaces. Also, apply 1 drop onto chest and temples for added support (do not get in eyes).
- Create a DIY floor cleanser: mix 2 fl oz of white vinegar with 5-10 drops dish soap, and 5-10 drops each of the following: tea tree, oregano, cassia, lemon or Siberian Fir oils.
- Create a DIY toilet cleaner: blend 5 -10 drops of tea tree with 1 cup of distilled white vinegar into a spray bottle. Spray blend into the bowl. Next, add 2 oz of salt, and 1 cup of baking soda inside of the bowl. After 15 minutes, scour thoroughly with a brush and then flush.
- For antifungal care: combine 1 drop each of tea tree, lavender and thyme oils and apply to the affected area 3 times daily.
- Freshen laundry naturally by adding 5-10 drops of tea tree oil to laundry detergent.
- Keep head lice away: Step 1: Combine 3 tablespoons coconut oil with 1 teaspoon each of tea tree and ylang ylang oils. Massage the mixture throughout the scalp. Use a fine tooth comb from root to ends through entire head, then cover with a shower cap. Allow the mixture to sit for 2 hours. Comb once more, and rinse hair clean. Step 2: Add 1 cup of water with 2 cups of apple cider vinegar into a spray bottle. Drench entire head with the spray mixture. Rinse and comb entire hair once more. Lastly: apply coconut oil as a leave in conditioner. Repeat this regimen every 5-10 days for 2 weeks.
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Item Info
doTERRA item #30150001
Size: 15 mL
Wholesale: $23.00
Retail: $30.67
PV: 23