Tea Tree oil is a versatile essential oil used for several purpose such as keeping skin, hair and nails ultra healthy and shiny, As an inexpensive oil, it has been medically proven to be safe for children and adults alike. Extensive Research has shown how Tea tree oil helps manage several inflammatory conditions. Derived from a shrub called the Melaleuca in Australia, natives have known to use it for thousands of years as a balm to treat skin problems. Tea Tree Oil was brought to the attention of the medical fraternity by chemist Arthur Penfold in 1920 who researched the anti inflammatory and antiseptic properties of the oil. Here are 15 benefits of tea tree oil.
1Antiseptic for Minor Cuts and Scrapes
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When our skin is subject to an external cut or ruptures, it becomes an open door for all sorts of infections caused by bacteria. Tea tree oil can be effectively used as a disinfectant for minor cuts and abrasions, as it easily kills Staphylococcus bacteria and other germs which usually invades open wounds.
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How to apply it
To use the oil clean the wound first with soap and plain water. Mix one drop of tea tree oil with a teaspoon of coconut oil, and carefully apply on the cut and cover it with a bandage. Repeat the same process once or twice daily depending upon the nastiness of the gash till scabs form. This prevents fungus and bacteria from taking over. You can also mix a few drops of tea tree oil with lavender oil which would make the solution even more effective.
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2Insect Repellent
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One study has interestingly discovered that Tea tree oil can keep the creepy crawlies or insects away. Yes it’s an effective insect repellent. When experimented over pasture cows, it was realized that 24 hrs after the oil had been applied to their skin they were blissfully free of the pesky insects. In fact, 61% less flies were found hovering over the farm animals.
In another test tube experiment, it was categorically proven that tea tree oil has more ability to repel or kill mosquitoes then DEET, which is the most common ingredient used in commercial repellent these days .
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3Fights Acne
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If you ask a bunch of teenagers what their biggest nightmare is, it won’t be grades or accidents not even an alien attack, it’s breaking in to nasty acne just before their prom nights or a birthday party! Scientists have tried to come out with a fool proof way to get rid of this teenage angst but for no avail. Tea tree oil can be a powerful weapon against those slimy spots on your face; The essential oil has Benzoyl Peroxide which is the most common anti acne medication. Though this oil can be bought from stores, it is better you prepare your own anti-acne concoction at home!
Just mix one part tea tree gel with nine parts water and apply on the zits with a cotton swabs twice a day regularly till you get that gorgeous pimple free skin.
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