Tea Tree Essential Oil: Support Month 1 Session 3

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Tea Tree Essential Oil
• Tea Tree Essential Oil is derived and steam distilled from the leaves of the Melaleuca
alternifolia tree, commonly known as the Tea Tree.
• The Melaleuca alternifolia tree received the name Tea Tree from eighteenth-century sailors,
who made teas that smelled like nutmeg from the leaves of the (Tea) tree.
• Tea Tree Essential Oil is a powerful, antiseptic immune system stimulant that is beneficial
for eliminating bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
• Tea Tree Essential Oil can be used in cosmetics, aromatherapy, and in household cleaning
supplies. It can treat wounds, provide soothing relief for aches, pains, and congestion,
promote a sense of calm, and disinfect surfaces.
• Tea Tree Essential Oil should never be applied to sensitive areas of skin such as around the
eyes or in the nose. Sun exposure should be avoided after using the oil, as the oil can
sensitize the skin to UV rays.
Tea Tree Essential Oil’s active chemical components contribute to its reputation as a powerful yet
gentle immune system stimulant, as well as to its ability to reduce or eliminate harmful bacteria
and infections upon contact. It is known to soothe topical allergic reactions and to treat rashes,
burns, dandruff, acne, Athlete’s Foot, and head lice among other ailments. The main constituents
of Tea Tree Oil are: α-pinene, β-pinene, Sabinene, Myrcene, α-Phellandrene, α-Terpinene,
Limonene, 1,8-cineole, gamma-Terpinene, p-Cymene, Terpinolene, Linalool, Terpinen-4-ol and
α-Terpineol.
The best quality Tea Tree Essential Oil contains high levels of Terpinen-4-ol and low levels of
Cineole. These ideal levels of each constituent ensure the safety and wider range of usage for the
oil. Terpinen-4-ol is a highly-purified Monoterpene, and this class of constituents is known to have
anti-bacterial properties. Despite the medicinal benefits of Cineole for treating colds, a high
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Cineole content is not beneficial for the calming of inflammation or the treatment of wounds.
Thus, for therapeutic purposes, it is necessary for this constituent to be found in low
concentrations in Tea Tree Oil.
Pinene is known for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, expectorant and bronchodilator properties.
Sabinene is reputed to work as an antioxidant that exhibits anti-microbial and antifungal
properties. It can also be used to treat inflammation on the skin. Myrcene is believed to have
anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antibiotic, sedative, and anti-mutagenic properties. α-Terpinene has
been known to exhibit antifungal activity. Limonene is believed to exhibit anti-inflammatory and
anti-oxidative properties. 1,8-Cineole has analgesic, antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory,
anti-spasmodic, and antiviral properties. It is believed to increase cerebral blood flow, reduce
tension headaches, and act as a cough suppressant. P-Cymene has potential antioxidant
properties and may act as an agent to protect nerve cells against damage. Linalool is a
constituent that is known to be sedative, to help lower stress levels, to fight depression, and to
soothe inflammation.
How to Use Tea Tree Essential Oil
Used in aromatherapy, the fragrance of Tea Tree Essential Oil is inhaled and scent receptors in
the brain’s emotional powerhouse process the smell as calming, allowing the brain and body to
relax. Similarly, a few drops smoothed onto a pillow may promote faster onset of deeper sleep by
reducing anxiety and improving sleep quality. Tea Tree Oil’s expectorant properties also make it
effective in facilitating the relief of congestion and respiratory tract infections. By placing a couple
of drops in a steaming bowl of hot water and leaning over it to inhale the aromatic vapors with a
towel draped over the head and the bowl, Tea Tree Oil can be used to clear up a sinus infection.
Diluted with a carrier oil and used topically, Tea Tree Oil’s sudorific properties may help to
eliminate internal bodily toxins by promoting perspiration. Known to have anti-microbial and
anti-inflammatory properties, this soothing oil provides relief to minor burns, sores, bites, and
cuts by decreasing pain, inhibiting bleeding, eliminating bacteria from the wound, and promoting
the closing of scars. Its potential to restore skin complexion and improve the look and feel of

blemished skin is also demonstrated with use on the acne-prone skin on which it slows the look
of aging with its powerful antioxidant action. A homemade Tree Tree lotion can be made by mixing
five drops of Tea Tree Oil with five drops of Lavender Oil and diluting the blend with one teaspoon
of Coconut Carrier Oil. To cleanse the skin and improve the look of pores, a few drops of diluted
Tea Tree Oil can be gently applied to problem areas on the skin with a clean cotton bud. When
combined with other essential oils and diluted, Tea Tree Oil can also be used in a toner for
balancing oily skin. In a warm, relaxing bath, Tea Tree Essential Oil may relieve respiratory
discomfort and dermal inflammation.
In hair care, Tea Tree Oil is known to be an antiseptic that effectively eliminates lice and nits. By
soothing dry, flaking skin this fungicidal oil can refresh the scalp and eliminate dandruff while
boosting circulation, thereby stimulating the growth of hair. Homemade Tea Tree shampoo can
be made by combining Tea Tree Oil with other essential oils such as Lavender and diluting the
blend with Aloe Vera gel and Coconut Milk. For use as a topical anti-microbial deodorant, Tea
Tree Oil can be diluted with Coconut Carrier Oil and mixed with baking soda before being applied
under the arms. Other fungal infections that Tea Tree Oil has been known to combat include
Athlete’s Foot and toenail fungus.
As a disinfecting air spray, Tea Tree Essential Oil acts as a natural, anti-microbial, non-toxic air
freshener that removes bacteria, viruses, and mold from the environment. Combined with Lemon
Essential Oil, this spray can freshen the room and eliminate the body odors trapped in shoes and
sports gear. To eliminate laundry odors caused by the microbial build-up in washing machines,
three drops of Tea Tree Oil can be mixed in with laundry detergent. A surface cleaning agent can
be made by mixing Tea Tree Oil with vinegar and Lemon Essential Oil and then diluting the blend
with water before using it on counter tops, sinks, kitchen appliances, showers, and toilets. This
solution should not be used on granite or marble, as vinegar is acidic and could lead to the
disintegration of the stone.
CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR TEA TREE OIL
As per NAHA (National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy) guidelines, New Directions
Aromatics (NDA) does not recommend the ingestion of essential oils. In some cases, people
who have ingested Tea Tree Essential Oil have reportedly experienced rashes, confusion,
unsteadiness, inability to walk and, in some severe cases, prolonged unconsciousness.
Pregnant and nursing women are particularly cautioned to avoid using the essential oil without
medical guidance.
Tea Tree Oil must never be used near the eyes, inner nose, or on any other particularly sensitive
areas of skin. Once applied topically, sun exposure must be avoided, as the oil can sensitize the
skin to UV rays. If Tea Tree Essential Oil is combined with Lavender Essential Oil, the topical
application of this blend might potentially be unsafe for pre-pubescent boys, due to the potential of
these oils to disrupt hormones in the male body. It is unknown whether it is safe for
pre-pubescent girls to use these oils.

pre-pubescent girls to use these oils.
When applied topically, Tea Tree Oil should ideally be used in dilution, as using the oil directly or
in high concentrations can potentially cause skin irritation; it provides a cooling sensation similar
to that of Menthol, which can make the skin feel as though it is burning. If individuals decide to use
the oil “neat” – that is without first diluting it – it is recommended that no more than three drops be
used directly on the skin. Individuals that suffer from acne-prone skin could sometimes
experience dryness, itching, stinging, redness, and burning if the oil is applied topically. A skin
test is recommended prior to use.
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