Tea tree oil for burns

On September 17, 2008 in Skin

When skins is exposed to excessive heat from fire, eletricity or corrosive chemicals, damage in the tissue occurs which is commonly known as a burn. Tea tree oil has been found to be an effective topical treatment in the case of burns to the skin.

Tea tree oil - a natural treatment for burns

Here’s a rundown from The Herbs Place about how tea tree oil can be used in the treatment of burns:-

Being a non-greasy and volatile oil, Tea Tree Oil is excellent for burns. Any of the oil which has not been absorbed within 10 minutes will evaporate, allowing the skin to breathe. Speedy treatment is essential. The burn should be put under cold running water or packed in ice for one minute. Then, alternate applications of Tea Tree Oil and cold water for ten more minutes. The oil may be poured from the bottle directly over the burn. The oil can be applied liberally twice daily for three to four days if necessary.

Tea tree oil used as a mild anaesthetic

Molly’s Herbals states that tea tree oil has been used as an antiseptic treatment for thousands of years:-

Tea tree oil acts as a mild anesthetic when applied to painful areas and to soothe cuts and burns. It can help heal as well as reduce scarring.

Tea Tree Oil, also known as Melaleuca, was used as a general antiseptic by the aborigine tribes for thousands of years. Aborigines were known to chew on the leaves. It was used as a medicinal agent for cuts, burns, bites and many, skin ailments.

First- Be careful when buying Tea Tree Oil. Tea Tree Oil is available commercially in a range of grades. It is worthwhile to use the best quality oil you can find. Very often, you get what you pay for. Make sure to find out what kind of Tea Tree Oil you are getting.

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