Tea tree BIO essential oil

Latin name: Melaleuca alternifolia

Countries of origin: Australia

Extraction method: steam distillation of leaves and twigs

Note and evaporation rate: high to medium

Cultivation method: organic

Predominant chemical families: monoterpenols, monoterpenes


Uses:

- for colds, flu, and respiratory tract infections: helps clear mucus, aids in
expectoration,…

- in cases of fungal infections on the feet, skin, scalp,…

- for disinfecting hands, wounds, abrasions, calluses, herpes,…

- for oral care: mouthwashes and toothpastes;

- for skin care: in cases of oily skin, pimples and acne.

Methods of use: in ointments, creams and lotions, in inhalations, in soaps and shampoos,…

Special warnings: May irritate skin – when oxidised and in sensitive individuals.

Allergens: Linalool, limonene

Aromatherapy tip with recipe:

Skin injury (cut, callus, abrasion, wound,…)

1-2 drops of organic tea tree EO

Use: Tea tree is one of the few essential oils that can be applied directly to the skin. In
the case of a wound (cut, callus, abrasion,…) apply 1-2 drops of organic tea tree essential oil to the
open wound (that is not bleeding!) to disinfect it and prevent inflammation and bacterial invasion.

Read the label carefully and follow the instructions for use before use!