Tea tree oil uses

On April 02, 2008 in Acne, General

A natural essential oil, tea tree oil is a great way to treat your family for many ailments in an organic way. Tea tree oil uses are wide and varied – this article will show you ways in which you can use tea tree oil in your home.

Tea tree oil use with sick family

Socal.com offers the following suggestions for tea tree oil uses when sick:-

Head or chest cold: I have effectively used tea tree oil to ward off an oncoming head or chest cold. It should be used at the first signs, however is effective in lessening symptoms, with the added benefit of ensuring that others do not catch the virus from you. Use the tea tree oil in an inhalation method or apply a few drops to a lotion and gently massage around the throat and chest area.

Sick Room Disinfectant: If there are others around you who are ill consider disinfecting the air in the home. Do this by dispersing the tea tree oil molecules in the air via a vaporizer, diffuser or aromatherapy lamp.

Other methods - Add a few drops of tea tree oil to a handkerchief or tissue and breathe in the oil regularly throughout the day. Add a few drops of tea tree oil to your cleaning cloth or use tea tree oil based cleaners (tea tree oil is an excellent solvent). When washing the clothing and bed linen of the sick person, add a few drops of tea tree oil to the wash.

Tea Tree Oil use for treating skin problems

Tea Tree Oil has the following information about cleansing the skin in order to prevent acne:-

The key when you have acne is to get to the root of the problem. The reason why Tea tree oil works so well is because it has anti fungal and anti bacterial properties. Banishing dirt and bacteria and helping your little craters to clear up. I always add it to my face cleanser or put it in the freezer for a bit. It feels great on your face after a hot day. Just a few drops will do!!… Don’t forget to treat your hair with it as well. It’s great for people with curls that get frizzy fast … just add it to your shampoo ! cheers to brighter, tighter and more beautiful skin!

For other ideas about tea tree oil use with acne, visit our Tea tree oil - acne, pimple prevention and treatment post.

Socal.com also has some advice on tea tree oil use for acne and dry skin problems:-

Acne: A tiny amount - less than a drop - applied directly to the spot can help clear the skin. The tea tree oil will also help heal the skin and prevent further breakouts.

Dry skin / eczema / psoriasis / dermatitis: Continued use of tea tree oil based moisturizing lotions can counter these chronic skin conditions (along with nutritional and diet changes and stress management, depending upon what brings on the condition).

Keep in mind that given the chronic nature of these skin conditions there will be no immediate “cure”. Many prescribed products may bring about immediate relief but beware side effects and the rebound effect (condition worsens when medication stops, therefore back on the medication).

Other tea tree oil uses

Kidzworld has some remedies for bad breath and muscle pain – more tea tree oil uses for around the home:-

Bad Breath: Add 3 drops to water and use as tea tree mouthwash twice daily. Add 2 to 3 drops to toothpaste when brushing teeth.

Muscle Pain: Before and after strenuous sport rub pure Australian tea tree oil into muscles. Add 1 ml to hot bath and soak for relief after sports.

Tea tree oil uses and health risks

As with any type of treatment, you need to be aware of any potential health risks before using tea tree oil. Pregnant women and nursing mothers should always be very careful about the essential oils they use on their skin and in other forms like oil burners etc. Always consult your doctor for advice.

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