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Uses:
Used topically for all skin ailments, cuts, burns, acne, cold sores,
irritations of mouth and throat.
Tea tree oil
is an important component of any first aid kit. It can help with
many minor conditions that commonly occur. Used topically for all
skin ailments, cuts, burns, acne, cold sores, boils, warts, vaginal
infections, ringworm, skin rashes, impetigo, herpes, corns, lice,
insect bites, insect repellent and fungal infections. It has valuable
properties for healing and preventing infection. Tea tree oil acts
as a mild anesthetic when applied to painful areas and to soothe
cuts and burns. It can help heal as Ill as reduce scarring. Tea
tree oil can be used to deter fleas, insect bites and stings. (The
FDA does not allow the use of the word "repellant" on
any natural insect deterrents so I use the word "deter"
instead.)
Tea tree oil
contains at least 48 different organic compounds. The compounds
work together to produce the healing abilities found in the oil.
Research done in the 1950s and early 1960s found that tea tree
oil is a germicide and fungicide with additional characteristics
of dissolving pus and debris. Recent studies have found it effective
for thrush, vaginal infections of Candida albicans, staph infections, athlete's foot, hair and scalp problems,
mouth sores, muscle and joint pain, pain, and boils. Tea tree oil
is a valuable antiseptic for skin infections. It is able to penetrate
the epidermis to heal from within. Clinical studies have found
that tea tree oil can heal quickly and with less scarring than
other treatments. The oil is even effective against Staphylococcus aureus, which is often difficult to treat and is becoming
resistant to antibiotic therapy. Tea tree oil has been found to
be effective against many organisms including E. coli, Candida albicans, herpes virus, and many others.
Tea tree oil
is an effective bactericide. It is safe for healthy tissue. It
is a strong organic solvent and will help heal and disperse pus
in pimples and wounds. It has been used to neutralize the venom
of minor insect bites. It is able to kill bacteria by penetrating
the skin layers and reaching deep into abscesses in the gums
and even beneath the fingernails. It has been found to have some
of the strongest antimicrobial properties ever discovered.
Tea tree oil
is used as a disinfectant to purify air. It is suitable for home
use as Ill as in a hospital room as it does not interfere with
other treatment for the patient.
Tea tree oil
can be used for removal of warts and to heal chicken pox blisters.
It can be applied directly to heal cuts and bruises. It is so seemingly
mild and non-poisonous that it can be used for mouth ulcers.
Tea tree oil
is even effective against Staphylococcus aureus, which is often difficult to treat and is becoming
resistant to antibiotic therapy. Tea tree oil has been found to
be effective against many organisms including E. coli, Candida albicans, herpes virus, and many others.
Uses
as a General Antiseptic & Cleanser
- Add 1 teaspoon
of 100% pure oil to 1 1/5 gallons of water when washing windows,
floors, toilets, bathrooms and kitchen surfaces.
- Add 2 teaspoons
of 100% pure tea tree oil to washing machine for a fragrant,
fresh
wash.
- Household
ants and other pests dislike tea tree oil, so a few drops
put at
the point of entry will deter them. Wipe cupboards out with an
oil and water solution to deter cockroaches
- Remove scuff
marks from a vinyl/linoleum floor by rubbing with a damp cloth
to which pure oil has been added.
- Room Spray:
5 drops of tea tree oil to 2½ cups water. Spray around
room to refresh and give a cooling effect.
- Refrigerator
gaskets stay fresh and clean if you wipe them over occasionally
with a tea tree oil/water solution.
- ShoIr doors
stay cleaner if you wipe them over with a tea tree oil/water solution.
Helps prevent soap sum build-up.
- After washing
down walls and removing grime and mildew, wipe over again with
a tea tree oil/water solution to prevent mildew regrowth.
- To remove
chewing gum from hair, apply pure oil.
- Diaper Cleanser:
Add 20 drops tea tree oil to approximately 1 gallon of water,
stir, then soak diapers overnight.
Other
Uses:
- Apply
1 or 2 drops Lavender oil and Tea tree oil directly to cuts, scrapes,
or scratches to promote healing.
- Add 3-5 drops
of Tea Tree oil to 30ml of base oil and massage in for rheumatic
pain. Twice daily.
- As a disinfectant
measure add approximately 3-5 drops to the bath water. Helps with
skin infections.
- To make a
tea tree mouthwash, add 3 to 4 drops of tea tree oil to 6 ounces
of water and swish gently around your mouth before spitting out.
- Apply 1 to
2 drops of oil to your toothbrush before you brush your teeth,
then apply toothpaste to brush. Not only will this addition assist
in keeping your mouth, breath and gums healthy but aids in fighting
plaque.
- Dab pure
oil onto mouth cankers, abscesses and site of toothache for relief.
Cautions & Comments: For
those with sensitive skin, it is bets to dab a tiny drop of the
oil on your skin before applying it liberally on your desired
areas. If you feel no irritations within half an hour, it is
safe to assume you have no allergy towards tea tree oil.
Uses for Pets:
Caution:
Before using tea tree oil your
cats please read this: Tea
Tree Oil & Cats
Rarely, if ever,
should high doses of undiluted tea tree oil be used on dogs, cats,
ferrets and other small pets. A 15% tea tree oil dilution is recommended
and usually just as effective as pure tea tree oil.
How to make a Pet Care 15% Tea Tree Oil Mixture: As
a base use 1 Tbsp. (15 ml) of non-allergenic fragrance free cream,
gel, glycerin, lotion, sweet almond oil or cold pressed olive
oil and then add 50 drops of pure tea tree oil. Mix Ill before
applying. Store in a properly tabled glass container in a cool
place away from light.
- To
make a natural flea collar, saturate a short piece of cord or
soft rope with Tea Tree oil, roll up in a handkerchief and tie
loosely around the animal's neck.
- To help deter
fleas add one (1) capful of pure tea tree oil to your pet's bottle
shampoo.
- Add 10 drops
of Pure Tea Tree Oil to dogs sleeping blankets to help deter fleas.
- Apply antiseptic
cream directly to hot spots twice daily.
- Apply two
drops directly onto tick and gently remove tick with tIezers,
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