Tea tree oil products

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By Anath

What is Tea Tree Oil?


Tea tree oil is an essential oil obtained by steam distillation of the leaves of Melaleuca alternifolia, a plant native to Australia.

Because of its anti-bacterial, antiseptic and anti-fungicidal properties Tea tree oil is commonly used as a pure essential oil, for treating many ailments. You can also find it as an active ingredient in creams, shampoos, ointments, lotions, soaps, mouthwash, and many other products ready to use everyday.


The most common products containing tea tree oil as an active ingredient are:

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Tea tree oil Shampoo

JASON Natural Cosmetics Shampoo, Tea Tree Oil Hair & Scalp Therapy - 17.5 fl oz
Tea Tree Scalp Normalizing Shampoo gently, effectively eliminates excessive dead cells and dandruff to gradually normalize the scalp. Helps keep hair cleaner and shinier longer.
Amazon Price: $5.29
List Price: $8.50
Nature's Gate Tea Tree Calming Shampoo for Irritated, Flaky Scalp, 18-Ounce Bottles (Pack of 3)
For irritated, flaky scalp. With herbal extracts to naturally balance and calm.
Amazon Price: $15.04
List Price: $27.87

1) Shampoos.


Whether it is for treating dandruff, helping to get rid of head lice or simply to improve the condition of an itchy scalp, tea tree oil shampoos and conditioners are a healthy natural alternative to harsh chemicals.


A study examining the use of 5% tea tree oil shampoo found that after 4 weeks tea tree oil shampoo significantly reduced symptoms of dandruff. Tea Tree oil shampoos act by normalizing the condition of your scalp, eliminating excessive dead cells and dandruff.


Because of its anti-bacterial and anti-fungicidal properties tea tree oil shampoos will also purify and fortify hair follicles. For your shampoo to be efficient it will need to contain at least 5% tea tree oil and you should use it frequently.

Use with a tea tree oil conditioner to re-condition dry, brittle hair, and soothe a flaky, irritated scalp.

2) Tea Tree Oil Toothpaste.


For a healthy mouth, fresh breath and a beautiful smile use a tea tree oil based toothpaste.

The tea tree oil scent and antibacterial properties will blast halitosis away and will help protect your gums against disease.

Tea tree oil toothpaste

Jason Healthy Mouth Plus CoQ10 Fluoride Gel Toothpaste, Tea Tree, Cinnamon, 6-Ounce Tubes (Pack of 3)
Get whiter, brighter teeth without chemicals or harsh abrasives. CoQ10 helps heal and protect gums - *Tea Tree and Cinnamon Oils freshen breath to blast halitosis away
Amazon Price: $16.48
List Price: $24.49

3) Tea Tree oil Mouthwash.


 Tea Tree oil Mouthwash.  To complete the effect of using tea tree oil toothpaste, you can also add, as part of your oral hygiene, a tea tree oil based mouthwash.  Tea Tree Oil has natural antiseptic properties, perfect for a pure way to clean your mouth without chemicals.

4) Tea Tree oil Acne treatments.


There are many acne treatments which rely on tea tree oil as a main component.

BP Gel 5% with Tea Tree Oil is for the treatment of acne and oil/acne prone skin. The gel promotes a clear, healthy looking complexion. To avoid dryness, start using once a day then if necessary gradually increase its use to two or three times a day maximum. Remember to use a sunscreen for going outside while you are under treatment.

  Manuka Cream with tea tree oil is also good for treating acne as it contains Manuka honey, manuka oil and tea tree oil to control bacterial growth and actively support the skin's own defence mechanisms. 

Tea tree oil for treating acne

DDF Benzoyl Peroxide Gel 2 oz
A treatment with an active acne inhibitor to reduce the number and severity of acne blemishes. Controls and treats acne Decongests pores Helps prevent new blemishes
Amazon Price: $28.95
List Price: $34.00

5) Tea Tree Body Wash.


Whether you use it for an invigorating bath or for a quick shower, your body will feel fresh and your skin will glow thanks to the cleansing and moisturizing properties of tea tree body foams and gels. 

6) Tea Tree soaps.


You'll find the skin refreshing and soothing qualities of tea tree oil enhanced in soaps made with aloe and tea tree oil together.  Tea Tree soap is the ideal face and body care bar to use on a daily basis because it provides antiseptic properties to naturally reduce bacteria that may aggravate skin conditions.

PediFix FungaSoapLiquid with Tea Tree oil, 6 oz.
Washes Away Fungus & Bacteria fro Skin's SurfaceSoothes Itching from Athlete's Foot & Skin IrritationsCleans & Deodorizes. Enriched with Tea Tree Oil
Amazon Price: $4.33
List Price: $9.90

7) Tea tree oil foot treatments.

FungaSoap Pedifix Liquid with Tea Tree oil cleans, refreshes, washes away bacteria, and deodorizes the feet.

It can also be used on other body parts such as armpits.

8) Tea tree oil pessaries or vaginal suppositories for women.


Tea Tree Suppositories are a simple and safe complement to any internal cleansing program, allowing the natural defences of the body to regain control when the system has become unbalanced. It can also be used to control minor irritations: Use one pessary daily for 6 consecutive days. In severe cases use morning and evening for up to 28 days. For maximum effect, a douche using Thursday Plantation's 15% Tea Tree Oil (1 cap full in 100ml of water) may be used before inserting the pessary; every second day, up to 4 separate occasions.

Tea Tree oil for women's problems

Tea Tree Suppositories 6 Count
To control minor irritations use one pessary daily for 6 consecutive days.
Amazon Price: $7.71
List Price: $12.99
Nature's Plus - Thursday's Plantation - Tea Tree Vaginol Cream 3.5 Oz
A mild and soothing cream that gently relieves symptomatic itching, irritation and burning, utilizing tea tree oil as a natural antiseptic and anti-fungal.
Amazon Price: $16.50
List Price: $16.05

Warnings:

In a very small percentage of users (less than 1%) an allergic reaction may occur causing an itching and a slight stinging sensation. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a poison control centre right away.

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carolina muscle Level 1 Commenter 2 years ago

I had no idea... cool post!!

BrianS profile image

BrianS 2 years ago

Certainly a lot of uses for tea tree oil. My daughter has been advising me for a while now how useful tea tree oil is and I think you just endorsed her recommendations completely.

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Anath Hub Author 2 years ago

Thank you CM.

I have been using tea tree oil for a variety of things Brian, and the more I use it, the more I like it. In many occassions it has been more efficient than traditional medicines.

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