Tea Tree - Melaleuca Alternifolia
♦ Effective against acne and impure skin
♦ Antiseptic
♦ Heals scars and wounds
Tea tree oil is effective against acne and impure skin. The oil has a long history of medicinal use. Tea tree oil originally comes from Australia where the Aborigines used the oil as an antiseptic to treat cuts and burns. Later, in the early 20th century, tea tree oil became the oil of choice for most Australian doctors due to its fine, antiseptic properties.
Tea tree oil is also popular today. The reason behind the oil’s versatility is its antimicrobial properties. The oil is a disinfectant. The oil kills microorganisms that can cause diseases. It is useful in treating everything from acne, burns, and cold sores to fungal infections, insect bites, and inflammation.
Tea tree oil contains over 98 components. These include a terpinen-4-ol chemotype. This active ingredient is the main component responsible for tea tree oil's antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.
Tea tree oil is a natural alternative for acne and pimples. It has unique disinfecting and soothing properties and, unlike other acne treatments, tea tree oil will not strip the skin of its natural oils. The oil will actually help the skin fight the bacteria that cause acne and blemishes, without drying out the skin.
