Tea Tree Oil Benefits and Uses (Scalp, Skin, Face!) + How To Use It?

Did you know that the tea tree oil is one of the most recognized remedies for body disorders and inflammatory issues on the skin?

Did you also know that the tea tree is one of the most reckoned traditional oil dated back century years with varieties of benefits and importance?

The tea tree oil is said to be traced back to the Aboriginal Australians. These oils were extracted from the native tea tree also called ‘ti tree’.

Over the years, the Australians have used the tea tree oil to correct different body wounds, sores, skin issues, and different breathing anomalies. Till now this oil is still in use, not only for skin problems but also for general household cleaning.

In this article, I will be talking about its benefits and uses, and how this oil should be used in curing these disorders.

Here is a list of what I will be talking about in this article:

What is Tea Tree Oil?

Tea tree oil is medicinal oil extracted from a fluffy tree commonly known as tea tree. This tree belongs to the myrtle class of shrubs and is peculiar to the Australians.

You can identify this tree by its whitish barks and the smooth leaves on them. These leaves are rich in oil.

The aboriginals initially would squeeze these leaves to extract the oil or sometimes soak inside water for use. Nowadays the oils are separated from the leaves through proper scientific purification. Which means you can also make your own tea tree oil.

The tea tree oil is known for its antiseptic and its curing properties yet not all the remedies provided by this oil have been approved medically.

Benefits and Uses of Tea Tree Oil

Although there are numerous benefits and uses of tea tree oil yet I will only be talking about a few of these benefits.

Tea Tree Oil Benefits For Skin

In terms of skin ailments and damages, tea tree oil serves as remedies due to its antiseptic nature.

1. Wound Treatments

One of the benefits of the tea tree oil is for treating the wounds and scars in the body. The oil is a perfect disinfectant to use on a bruise, cuts or wounds.

The oil naturally can prevent any microbial infection in the wound. It is said that the tea tree oil contains properties that speed the healing process of the wound.

How to apply it on wounds/scars? All you need to do is just apply a few drops of the oil on the wound or scar and dress it after.

2. To Control Body Itches And Scalp Treatment

Regular itching, peeling of the skin and dry skin can be symptoms of one skin disease or the other. Sometimes body itching might be as a result of contacts with insects or bugs or your allergies.

Either way, the tea tree oil can help control and cleanse of scalps and itches just with a few drops.

Dry skin and skin discomfort can be reduced by this oil since the tea tree oil is an anti-inflammatory and anti-septic on its own.

3. To Control Acne

Does tea tree help acne? Yes! It does.

Tea tree oil is one of the most used skin products in controlling acne. It is still one of the most used natural acne treatments.

To avoid any harsh effects of processed tea tree oil, you can decide to make your own homemade oil.

How to use tea tree oil for acne treatment? – you ask…

One of the best ways to use the ti-tree oil is to mix a few drops with honey. Honey naturally has healing properties, which can also be used to cleanse the face.

Mix a few drops (like three to five drops of your tea tree oil) with at least two teaspoons of honey.

After mixing, apply the mixture on your face and then leave it for some minutes. After a few minutes, wash it off your face.

How to dilute tea tree oil for acne?

To dilute tea tree oil, you can mix your oil with at least ¼ cup of water. You can also put the tea tree oil on moisturizer and then wipe your face clean with the moisturizer.

How long does tea tree oil take to work on acne?

You might be pondering and calculating how long it will take this oil to work. Well, if it is applied often, it will take at least a week.

Tea Tree Oil Benefits For Hair

1. Improves Hair Growth

Tea tree oil is the new secret for improving the growth of your hair. This oil is the new remedy for thinned hair.

2. Controls Hair Dandruff

Tea tree oil helps in maintaining a healthy scalp and also helps in cleansing your scalp. Apart from cleansing and moisturizing your scalp area, it helps to prevent dandruff and also helps in controlling itchiness.

3. Helps Maintain Scalp Health

Not only does it improve hair growth, but it also stops you from having lice all over your head. I suggest you apply it directly to the scalp area at least once a week at night before you sleep.

Tea Tree Oil Benefits For Household

You can use tea tree oil in your house to kill molds and prevent bacteria from your kitchen, bathroom, and all around the house generally.

Apart from preventing bacteria, you can use this oil to kill fungal inspections and also repel insects.

For your laundries, it is also a great freshener for your clothes and laundries after dry cleaning.

Tea Tree Oil Side Effects

You should note that tea tree oil is dangerous if it is ingested through the mouth.

Apart from this side effect of tea tree oil, other side effects you may notice are skin irritation and itching – this might happen if you are allergic to the oil or you have very sensitive skin.

Frequently Asked Questions – and Answers

Here are frequently asked questions about tea tree oil that you might need answers to.

Can You Put Tea Tree Oil On Your Skin Directly?

Tea tree oil is safe to use on the skin. It does not have any adverse effects on the skin apart from a few individuals who might have irritations.

In most cases of irritations, it might be caused by undiluted tea tree oil.

Sometimes you might be part of the few individuals who have allergic reactions to the use of pure tea tree oil.

So, for the vast majority of people, using tea tree oil directly on your skin is safe, as long as you do not administer the oil through your mouth.

How Do You Use Tea Tree Oil On Your Face?

To use tea tree oil on your face, mix the oil with water or natural honey (if you want a facial) before applying to your face.

Who Can’t Use Tea Tree Oil?

If you have very sensitive skin and you get irritated easily, it will be advisable for you to use tea tree oil.

Final Thoughts

There’s a reason why tea tree oil is so popular even nowadays. There’s definitely something there if so many people use it.

It has many benefits to it, however, use common sense when using it on your skin, scalp or face. Don’t let it drip or get close to your eyes or mouth. Or any hole in your head (nostrils and ears too), for that matter. It should only be used externally!

That being said – how do you use tea tree oil?