Tea tree oil is widely used in the cosmetic industry but also in medicine. This is why today we want to share with you these benefits and some tips to use it in your skincare routine.
Tea tree oil is derived from the leaves of the tea tree. Originally Australians made tea from the leaves of this tree. But it should not be confused with the tea plant which is unrelated to the tea tree and is used to make black and green tea.
In skincare products this very powerful and strong oil is diluted from 5% to 50% to make it more delicate for the skin.
Fighting acne - The best known usage of tea tree oil is to fight acne as it helps to reduce the infection of the pimples and to treat them durably. You can also make your own treatment by diluting tea tree oil in water and applying it to your pimples with a cotton bud.
Fighting dandruff - Hair is also important and should be taken care of. If you have dandruff it can be unpleasant for you. A few drops of tea tree oil in your shampoo will help to get rid of your dandruff.
Reduce eczema - The anti-inflammatory properties of tea tree oil can help to soothe itchy, irritated skin and treat eczema. You can use it by mixing a few drops of tea tree oil into a small amount of your moisturiser. This will help you but remember to see a dermatologist for problems such as eczema.
For oily skin - Studies have shown that the oily appearance of the skin disappears with the use of cosmetics based on tea tree oil. Regulating excess sebum is good for having fewer imperfections, pores are less visible and acne is less present. You can make a clay mask and add a few drops of tea tree oil.
There are different types of tea tree oil and therefore different quality. Buy 100% natural oil without additives and preferably organic. It is important to apply good quality products with natural ingredients to your skin like our Revitalizing Eye Cream.
Tea tree oil is well known in cosmetics but is also widely used in medicine to treat diseases such as athlete's foot, psoriasis and fungus. In everyday life it can also be useful to fight bad breath or to make disinfectant products. It is an oil full of benefits that you absolutely must have at home.
Prevention
Pure tea tree oil can be very aggressive to the skin so it should be diluted with olive oil or jojoba oil, especially for sensitive skin. Be careful to not apply undiluted tea tree oil around the eye area. It can be irritating for your eyes.
Before using tea tree oil for the first time, test one or two drops on a part of your skin and wait 24 hours to see if a reaction appears. Also, tea tree oil should not be ingested as it may be toxic.
In general, tea tree oil is safe for the skin when used properly and the correct dose will not harm your skin.
Now you know all the benefits of tea tree oil on your skin. If you want to include this powerful ingredient in your routine we advise you to do it little by little as some of the products may not be suitable for all skin types.
Nawel
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