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Tea tree oil....... appears to be effective against bacteria, viruses, fungal infections, mites such as scabies, and lice such as head lice.... |
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Country Life Tea Tree Oil, 1 oz
100% Pure Australian. Hypoallergenic. Country Life® Tea Tree Oil is an essential oil grown in Australia, which has inherent antiseptic qualities. |
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Desert Essence Organic Tea Tree Oil, 0.5 oz
Desert Essence organic Tea Tree Oil is an inherently antiseptic pure essential oil grown organically in Australia, guaranteed free of herbicides, pesticides and chemicals. Certified organic through third party testing. |
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Herb Pharm Tea Tree Oil, 1 fl oz
Tea Tree Oil By Herb Pharm. Product Size/Form: 1 oz (29.6ml) Liquid. Description: Tea Tree Oil has anti-fungal, antibacterial, anti-viral, and antiseptic properties and may be beneficial for colds, flu, cold sores, warts, inflammation, acne, burns, candida, foot odor, and athlete's foot. Serving Size: topical use, sparingly Liquid, Topical use, sparingly Per Day. Recommended: Suggested topical use. Use sparingly-a little goes a long way. Apply full strength or, for sensitive areas, dilute with vegetable oil.Cautions: Keep out of the reach of Children. Ingredients: Our Tea Tree Oil is prepared from the fresh (undried) leaves of Melaleuca alternifolia trees.Contains: Our Tea Tree Oil is low in Cineola(less than 7%). Does not Contain: Solvents are never used. Product Research: Our Tea Tree Oil is prepared from the fresh (undried) leaves of Melaleuca alternifolia trees which grow in their native wetlands habitat in Queensland, Australia. The leaves are hand-harvested at their optimal potency and are then promptly steam distilled to produce the finest oil possible-solvents are never used. Our Tee Trea Oil is low in Cineole (less than 7%), and is therefore very gentle to the skin and mucous membranes. Safety: Shrink wrapped bottle top. |
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Jason Natural Organic Oil, Tea Tree, 1 oz
Organic Tea Tree Oil. Australian Melaleuca Alternifolia. JASON 100% Certified Organic Tea Tree Oil helps improve the appearance of cuts, wounds and abrasions. Known for its medicinal properties, Tea Tree Oil has been used for years as a natural antiseptic, anti-bacterial treatment for skin disorders. When your nails require special attention, apply JASON 70% Certified Organic Tea Tree Oil. Nail Saver. 1 FL. OZ |
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Nelson Homeopathic Tea Tree Antiseptic Cream, 6 Units 30 gram
Nelsons Tea Tree Cream is used as an antiseptic/first aid. Directions: Check that the tube seal is not broken before first use. Pierce tube seal with point in top of cap before first use. Apply gently to the appropriate area. Warnings: Fox external use only. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Avoid contact with eyes. If symptoms worsen or persist, consult a physician. Keep out of reach of children. |
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Now Foods Organic Tea Tree Oil, 1 oz
Certified Organic Melaleuca alternifolia Aromatherapeutic GC/IR Verified Tea Tree Oil has been a part of Australia's Aboriginal culture for thousands of years based on its powerful cleansing properties. Today, it is commonly used in a number of cosmetic and beauty applications. NOW Tea Tree Oil is 100% pure, steam-distilled from the leaves of Melaleuca alternifolia, and mixes well with many other essential oils. About Tea Tree Oil: Essential Oil FAQ's Essential Oil Production Organic Products List. |
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Oregon's Wild Harvest Topical Salve - Calendula Tea Tree, 2 oz
A synergistic combination of Calendula Flower Infused Olive Oil, infection fighting Tea Tree Oil and anti-inflammatory essential oils. Created for use on minor cuts, scratches and scrapes, minor infections, acne, minor burns (after first being cooled), rashes, cracked and chapped skin. Promotes scar-free healing and helps prevent infection. |
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Shikai Hair Shampoo, Tea Tree, 24 Units 2 oz
Tea Tree Conditioner contains also contains tea tree, peppermint, Amla and jojoba oils to revitalize and leave hair silky soft, shiny and manageable. Soap-free proprietary ShiKai Extract leaves hair exceptionally soft, shiny and healthy and manageable. The secret is nature's own natural soap-free cleanser, wildcrafted shikakai. Tea Tree Conditioner is also blended with Aloe Vera and Panthenol provides extra moisturizing and conditioning. It won't strip the hair of the natural oils which are so important to healthy hair and scalp. This plant based formula has low detergent and its naturally pH balanced. |
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Shikai Hair Conditioner, Tea Tree, 24 Units 2 oz
Tea Tree Conditioner contains also contains tea tree, peppermint, Amla and jojoba oils to revitalize and leave hair silky soft, shiny and manageable. Soap-free proprietary ShiKai Extract leaves hair exceptionally soft, shiny and healthy and manageable. The secret is nature's own natural soap-free cleanser, wildcrafted shikakai. Tea Tree Conditioner is also blended with Aloe Vera and Panthenol provides extra moisturizing and conditioning. It won't strip the hair of the natural oils which are so important to healthy hair and scalp. This plant based formula has low detergent and its naturally pH balanced. |
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Shikai Very Clean Hand Soap, Tea Tree, 12 oz
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Tea Tree Oil (Melaleuca Oil) |
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Tea Tree Therapy Pure Tea Tree Oil - 1 oz
Tea Tree Oil has anti-fungal, antibacterial, anti-viral, and antiseptic properties, which may be beneficial for colds, flu, cold sores, warts, inflammation, acne, burns, candida, foot odor, and athlete?s foot. For use as a natural antiseptic, apply 1-2 drops directly to the skin. Dilute for sensitive skin. 100% Pure Australian, Natural Antiseptic. Ingredients: Oil of Melaleuca Alternifolia, Terpinen-4-ol min 36%, Cineole Average-3%. |
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Tea Tree Therapy Oil Ointment - 2 oz
A 100% natural antiseptic ointment that combines a therapeutic dose of pure tea tree oil with the absorption powers of Australian Eucalyptus australiana oil and lavender oil. It is an ideal treatment to protect and treat cuts, abrasions, chafing rashes and other skin irritations. Suggested Use:Apply 2-3 times daily to minor rashes, cuts, abrasions, sunburn and insect bites. Its natural base of oils and beeswax repels water to protect the area. AVOID CONTACT WITH EYES. DISCONTINUE USE IF IRRITATION DEVELOPS. KEEP OUR OF REACH OF CHILDREN. FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY. Ingredients: Macadamia Nut Oil, Canola Oil, Olive Oil, Cetostearyl Alcohol (Vegetable Based), Tea Tree Oil (Melaleuca alternifolia), Eucalyptus australiana Oil, Beeswax, Tocopherol Acetate, Lavender Oil, Rose Geranium Oil, Vitamin C. The eucalyptus oil contained in this product is sourced from the world's largest eucalyptus plantation, Banalasta Oil Plantation. Banalasta Eucalyptus australiana has a milder more pleasant aroma with stronger anti-microbial qualities. Eucalyptus Australian is the species of choice for aromatherapists as the medicinal eucalyptus most suitable for use on the skin. |
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Tea Tree Therapy Antiseptic Cream - 4 oz
Tea Tree Antiseptic Cream is a soothing and cooling cream having anti-fungal, antibacterial, and antiseptic properties to help relieve rashes, cuts, sunburn, scratches, foot odor, and insect bites. Apply directly to affected area. Tea Tree Therapy Antiseptic Cream with Tea Tree Oil and Herbal Extracts. Relieves minor skin irritations. Tea Tree Therapy Antiseptic Cream with its soothing and cooling action relieves minor skin irritations such as rashes, minor cuts, sunburn, scratches and insect bites. WARNING: External Use Only. Consuming this product can cause serious liver damage. This product contains comfrey. Comfrey contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids, which may cause serious illness or death. This product should not be taken orally, used as a suppository, or applied to broken skin. Ingredients: Deionized Water, Tea Tree Oil (oil of melaleuca alternifolia), Aloe Vera Gel, Sunflower Oil, Octyl Palmitiate, Cetyl Alcohol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Extracts of: Chamomile, Calendula, Cornflower, Centella, Mallow and Comfrey, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Dimethicone, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Methylparaben, Diazolidinyl Urea, Natural Fragrance. |
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Turtle Island Tea Tree Oil - 0.5 oz
TURTLE ISLAND Herbs Tea Tree Oil 5 FL OZ (15ML) |
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Quality Tea Tree Oil from 'Kalyx' |
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Tea Tree Anti-Fungal Skin Ointment 1 oz: K
The Best Current Available Price ! Tea Tree Oil Skin Ointment contains a soothing blend of essential oils and herbal extracts to moisturize cuticles on hands and feet, or to encourage healing and provide relief for chronic fungal infections. No animal testing. Made In the U.S.A. |
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Organic Hemp Tea Tree Pure Castile Liquid Soap 8 fl oz: K
The Best Current Available Price ! Dr. Bronner's Bar, 8 & 32 oz. Soaps Now Made With Certified Organic Oils! Other Improvements in the Organic Soaps For the bar, 8 & 32 oz. soaps with certified organic oils: • The conventional olive fatty acid has been replaced with organic olive, hemp and jojoba oils. • Some added salt keeps the soaps from separating when cold and thickens them a bit. For the Baby-Mild bar & liquid soaps: • The aloe vera has been replaced with extra olive and jojoba oils. For all the soaps: • The rosemary extract has been replaced with Vitamin E & citric acid to better protect freshness. • The soaps are lighter as the rosemary no longer darkens them, but they are just as concentrated. For our certified organic bar, 8 & 32 oz. soaps, we source all the core soap and essential oils organically, not just minor additive ingredients, in order to support and encourage sustainable agriculture, farm worker health and ecological processing methods. We know that customers have a high level of trust in the principles behind the word "organic" and do not want to see it rendered as meaningless as the word "natural." Soap is made by saponifying a fat or oil with a strong alkali. A fat or oil is a triglyceride, which means that three fatty acids of various carbon lengths are attached to a glycerine backbone. The strong alkali is either sodium (for bars) or potassium (for liquids) hydroxide. The saponification process is a simple one-step reaction with no waste generated: the glycerine is split off from the fatty acids, and the fatty acids combine with the sodium or potassium to form soap, while the hydroxide forms water. The result is soap, glycerin and water (no alkali remains). Quality soap-making consists in great part in choosing the right proportions of the right oils with their different fatty acids. Most commercial soaps skimp on quality because of cost, and use lots of tallow from beef fat with a little bit of coconut or palm kernel oil. Our unsurpassed soaps use olive, hemp, and palm oils instead of tallow, and use three to four times more coconut oil than commercial soaps. Saponified coconut oil generates high-lather cleansing even in hard water because it has shorter-chain saturated fatty acids. Hemp, olive, and palm based soaps make a mild, smooth, creamy lather, because these oils contain longer chain unsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids. Dr. Bronner's makes a higher quality soap in other ways as well. Unlike most commercial soapmakers who distill the glycerin out of their soaps to sell, we retain it in our soap for its superb moisturizing qualities. We also superfat our soap with olive fatty acid, which both ensures that there is no free alkali, and lowers the pH, making a milder, smoother lather. We use rosemary extract and plant-derived vitamin antioxidants to protect freshness (the rosemary is effective at 0.005%, so it contributes absolutely no scent). We do not add any chelating agents, dyes, |
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Organic Shaving Soap Gel Tea Tree 7 fl oz: K
The Best Current Available Price ! Certified by the same National Organic Program that certifies food our shaving gels are smooth and effective without any synthetic ingredients. Organic Shikakai comes from the seed pods of the small South Asian tree Acacia Concinna. Extracted in organic sucrose and grape juice it provides soothing moisturizing glide. Dr. Bronner's Pure-Castile Baby Mild Soap provides superior hair lift and wetting. Fair Trade: For our 60th anniversary, we are pleased to announce that we are now certified Fair Trade! We take care of our employees with generous salaries and benefits (no-deductible PPO health insurance and a great profit sharing/retirement plan that we fully fund), we cap executive pay at five times the lowest-paid position, and we give all profits not needed for business development to support progressive charities and causes. Certified Under the USDA National Organic Program: Organic integrity in body care means that the main ingredients as well as secondary ingredients in an organic labeled or branded product are certified organic, produced in compliance with the National Organic Program. Our products are certified to the USDA’s National Organic Program, which consumers rightly trust to ensure the organic integrity of organic labeled products. |
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Tea Tree Plantation, Coraki |
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Tea Tree Oil Nail Saver - No More Fungus Among Us 0.5 fl oz: K
The Best Current Available Price ! A professional formula that helps correct and improve nail problems such as brittleness, peeling, cuticle problems and infection, hangnails and other nail disorders. The Tea Tree (melaleuca alternifolia) is a member of the Myrtaceae family and is an indigenous species to Northern New South Wales, Australia. The oil is found within the cells of the leaves, and as the Tea Tree is extremely fast-growing it is a constantly renewable resource. The crushed leaves were used as a general antiseptic by the Native Australians for thousands of years. Captain James Cook and his crew used the leaves as a substitute for tea, hence the name. Unlike the dilute tea, however, the concentrated oil should be used topically, not ingested. Tea Tree oil is an effective bactericide killing a broad spectrum of bacteria and a range of stubborn fungi. It is safe for healthy tissue and does not inhibit normal cell growth and rejuvenation. Tea Tree oil is a powerful organic solvent and will actually dissolve the lumps of white blood cells which make pus. The oil contains numerous chemicals known as terpenoids. The oil kills fungus and bacteria, including those resistant to some antibiotics. A single blind study has shown topical application of 5% tea tree oil in people with acne is as helpful as benzoylperoxide and has fewer side effects. Tea tree oil contributes to an extremely effective antibacterial shampoo. A double blind study found 100% tea tree oil applied topically was as effective as the antifungal medicine clotrimazole for people with athlete’s foot fungus affecting the toe nails. Dilute solutions, containing no more than 5% tea tree oil, can safely be used as a very effective mouthwash. Unlike many antiseptics, Tea Tree oil kills bacteria as effectively in the real environment of the body as it does in the test tube. Its solvent nature allows it to penetrate into skin layers, even reaching inaccessible sites such as the fingernails and toenails. |
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Tea Tree Essential Oil 1/3 fl oz: C
The Best Current Available Price ! The leaf of the tea tree had a long history of use by the indigenous peoples of Australia before tea tree was 'discovered' by the crew of the famous English explorer James Cook. The aroma of the oil is warm, spicy, medicinal and volatile. It is occasionally used to scent spicy colognes and aftershaves. It blends well with lavandin, rosemary and nutmeg oils. Aromatherapy benefits: cleansing, purifying, uplifting. The Tea Tree (melaleuca alternifolia) is a member of the Myrtaceae family and is an indigenous species to Northern New South Wales, Australia. The oil is found within the cells of the leaves, and as the Tea Tree is extremely fast-growing it is a constantly renewable resource. The crushed leaves were used as a general antiseptic by the Native Australians for thousands of years. Captain James Cook and his crew used the leaves as a substitute for tea, hence the name. Unlike the dilute tea, however, the concentrated oil should be used topically, not ingested. Tea Tree oil is an effective bactericide killing a broad spectrum of bacteria and a range of stubborn fungi. It is safe for healthy tissue and does not inhibit normal cell growth and rejuvenation. Tea Tree oil is a powerful organic solvent and will actually dissolve the lumps of white blood cells which make pus. The oil contains numerous chemicals known as terpenoids. The oil kills fungus and bacteria, including those resistant to some antibiotics. A single blind study has shown topical application of 5% tea tree oil in people with acne is as helpful as benzoylperoxide and has fewer side effects. Tea tree oil contributes to an extremely effective antibacterial shampoo. A double blind study found 100% tea tree oil applied topically was as effective as the antifungal medicine clotrimazole for people with athlete’s foot fungus affecting the toe nails. Dilute solutions, containing no more than 5% tea tree oil, can safely be used as a very effective mouthwash. Unlike many antiseptics, Tea Tree oil kills bacteria as effectively in the real environment of the body as it does in the test tube. Its solvent nature allows it to penetrate into skin layers, even reaching inaccessible sites such as the fingernails and toenails. Tea Tree oil is usually without any contra-indications but it may cause sensitization in some people. It can help with influenza, cold sores, catarrh, glandular fever and gingivitis. Tea Tree oil could help clear bronchial congestion, asthma, coughs, sinusitis, whooping cough and tuberculosis. On the genitourinary system Tea tree oil could be effective to help clear vaginal thrush, cystitis and genital infections in general. Tea Tree oil could help clear abscesses, acne, burns, dandruff, herpes, and oily skin; also valuable for athlete's foot, cold sores, blemishes, diaper rash, warts, sunburn and infected wounds. In vapor therapy Tea Tree oil can help with: colds, measles, sinusitis and viral infections. |
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Black Walnut-Tea Tree Salve 1 oz: K
The Best Current Available Price ! A soothing antifungal salve for persistent skin rashes. A natural alternative to strong steroid creams. Use liberally on a daily basis for eczema, psoriasis, herpes, boils, ringworm and other difficult skin conditions. |
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Quality Tea Tree Oil from 'House Of Nutrition' |
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Amrita Aromatheraphy's Tea-Tree Essential Oil 1/3 oz
Tea-Tree Essential Oil. 1/3 oz (10 ml). Cultivation: Ecologically Ethical. Plant Part: Leaf. Country of Origin: Australia. Botanical Name: Melaleuca alternifolia. |
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Tea tree plantation, Coraki
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Cococare's 100% Tea Tree Oil from Australia 1 oz
All Natural. Description : All Natural From Australia (Melaleuca Alternifolia). Tea tree oil has been used for centuries for its soothing and refreshing antiseptic properties and is well recognized as an all-purpose skin enhancer. Other Ingredients: Tea tree (Melaleuca Alternifolia) oil. Directions: Add one or two drops to a moist cotton pad for application to appropriate skin areas. Warnings: Do not use full strength on face. For external use only. |
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Earth Therapeutics Tea Tree Oil Foot Wipes 15Wipes
Clean & Cool Foot Wipes Foot Therapy by Earth Therapeutics. Refreshes & Revives Tired Overworked Feet. Conveniently sized in a resealable pouch for use anytime, anywhere. Refreshing and cooling, these foot wipes are specially formulated with tea tree oil and natural mint to clean and revive tired, overworked feet. Sized for convenience and portability, these wipes can be used anytime, anywhere to bring a spring to your step. |
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Giovanni's Hands Liquid Soap Tea Tree Triple Treat 10oz
Description: Hands Liquid Soap Tea Tree Triple Treat 10oz.--- HANDS luxurious liquid soap completely cleans hands, leaving behind the scent and tingle of peppermint, the strength of tea tree, and soothing moisture. Ingredients: Aqua (purified water), aloe barbadensis (aloe vera) leaf juice, sodium cocoamphoacetate, lauryl glucoside, sodium cocoyl glutamide, sodium lauryl glucose carboxylate, decyl glucoside, cocamidopropyl betaine, melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree) leaf oil, eucalyptus (eucalyptus officinalis) oil, thymus vulgaris (thyme) extract, urtica dioica (nettle) extract, tussilago farfara (coltsfoot) flower extract, salvia officinalis (sage) leaf extract, rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf extract, lavandua angustifolia (lavender) leaf extract, equisetum arvense extract, chamomilla recutita (matricaria) flower extract, achillea millefolium extract, glycol stearate, citric acid, polyquaternium 10, potassium sorbate, phenoexyethanol, mentha piperita (peppermint) oil. Directions: To clean: Apply to wet hands and indulge. |
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Jason's Deodorant Roll-On Tea Tree 3oz
Deodorant Roll-On Tea Tree. Description: Long-Lasting Protection Energizing Freshness. This Certified Organic deodorant combines age-old botanical secrets for long-lasting protection. Jason Tea Tree Deodorant Roll-On contains no Alcohol, no Aluminum Chlorohydrate, or Propylene Glycol. Enriched with Certified Organic Tea Tree Oil and Corn Starch this deodorant delivers energizing freshness. Other Ingredients: Aqua (Purified Water), Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender Hydroflorate?)*, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree Oil)*, Calcium Starch Octenyl Succinate, Glycerin (Vege), Octyl Palmitate, Zea Mays (Corn Starch)*, Ceteareth-20, Zinc Ricinoleate, Anthemus Nobilis (Chamomile Extract)*, Cetearyl Alcohol, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vit. E), Stearyl Alcohol, Calendula Officinalis (Calendula Extract)*, Polysorbate 60, Soyethyl Morpholinium Ethosulfate, Panthenol (Vit. B5), Allantoin, Xanthan Gum, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit Seed Extract), Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Essential Oil Blend. *Certified Organic. Directions: Use as you would with any other fine deodorant. Notes: No Alcohol or Aluminum Chlorohydrate. No Propylene Glycol. No Mineral Oil, Petrolatum or Waxes. No Animal By-Products. No Animal Testing. No synthetic Fragrances. |
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Now's Natural Tea Tree Shower & Bath Gel 16oz
Invigorate your skin with new Natural Tea Tree Shower and Bath Gel from NOW. Unlike other commercial body wash products that contain harsh chemical cleansers and sudsing agents, this Family Pure, Family Safe, rejuvenating shower and bath gel harnessess the proven properties of Organic Tea Tree Oil. NOW Natural Tea Tree Shower and Bath Gel contains a refreshing blend of extracts from Cranberry, Rose Hips, and Rosemary. Biotin has been included to help protect healthy skin cells, while Neem Oil works to improve texture and restore and smooth damaged skin. Experience deep, stimulating cleaning the way nature intended it.Suggested Use: For bath and shower, apply a liberal amount of NOW? Natural Tea Tree Shower and Bath Gel to a loofa, sponge, or washcloth. Lather and rinse thoroughly. For softer, healthier skin, follow by applying your choice of NOW Moisturizer or other Personal Care products. Ingredients: De-ionized Water, Lauryl Glucoside, Babassuamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Olefin Sulfonate, Vegetable Glycerine, Glucose/Glucose Oxidase/Lactoperoxidase (natural preservative), Citric Acid, Organic Tea Tree Oil, Aloe Vera, Cranberry Liquid Extract, Rosemary Liquid Extract, Biotin, Rose Hip Seed Oil and Neem Oil. NOW Foods does not test on animals. |
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Tea Tree's Therapy Toothpicks Cinnamon
Birchwood Infused With Cinnamon. Description: Birchwood Infused With Cinnamon. Tea Tree Oil and Menthol. Tea Tree Therapy Cinnamon Toothpicks are made from birchwood trees treated with Tea Tree Oil and Menthol. Cinnamon (oil of cassia) is added to provide a zesty invigorating flavor. Tea Tree Oil's natural antiseptic properties help freshen breath and kill bacteria that causes plaque and tartar. Their long-lasting flavor can be an aid to those giving up smoking. Other Ingredients: Birchwood toothpick flavored with Cinnamon (oil of cassia), Australian tea tree oil, and menthol. |
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Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree oil, or melaleuca oil, is a pale yellow colour to nearly clear hydrophobic essential oil with a fresh camphoraceous odor. It is taken from the leaves of the Melaleuca alternifolia, which is native to the northeast coast of New South Wales, Australia. Tea tree oil should not be confused with tea oil, the sweet seasoning and cooking oil from pressed seeds of the tea plant Camellia sinensis (beverage tea), or the tea oil plant Camellia oleifera.
Tea tree oil has beneficial medical properties when applied topically, including antiseptic, antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral action, and is also believed to have beneficial cosmetic properties. Tea tree oil is usually used diluted, as reactions are common with pure tea tree oil, but it can also cause irritation for some people even when diluted. Tea tree oil is toxic when taken internally, and so should never be added to food or drinks.
Tea tree oil has strong activity against Staphylococcus aureus, including MRSA. When used at 5% concentration, it has not been shown to cause drug resistance; however, some resistance occurs at lower concentrations such as 0.5%.
Terpinen-4-ol
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History and extraction
The indigenous Bundjalung people of eastern Australia use “tea trees” as a traditional medicine by inhaling the oils from the crushed leaves to treat coughs and colds. They also sprinkle leaves on wounds, after which a poultice is applied. In addition, tea tree leaves are soaked to make an infusion to treat sore throats or skin ailments.
Use of the oil itself, as opposed to the unextracted plant material, did not become common practice until researcher Arthur Penfold published the first reports of its antimicrobial activity in a series of papers in the 1920s and 1930s. In evaluating the antimicrobial activity of M. alternifolia, tea tree oil was rated as 11 times more active than phenol.
The commercial tea tree oil industry was born after the medicinal properties of the oil were first reported by Penfold in the 1920s. It was produced from natural bush stands of M. alternifolia that produced oil with the appropriate chemotype. The plant material was hand cut and often distilled on the spot in makeshift, mobile, wood-fired bush stills.
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Tea tree plantation, Coraki.
Production ebbed after World War II, as demand for the oil declined, presumably due to the development of effective antibiotics and the waning image of natural products. Interest in the oil was rekindled in the 1970s as part of the general renaissance of interest in natural products. Commercial plantations were established in the 1970s and 1980s, which lead to mechanization and large-scale production of a consistent essential oil product.
Among over 98 compounds contained in the oil, terpinen-4-ol is responsible for most of the antimicrobial activity.
Although tea tree oil normally is extracted from Melaleuca alternifolia commercially, it can also be extracted from Melaleuca dissitiflora and Melaleuca linariifolia. Tea tree oil is defined by international standard ISO 4730 (2004) ("Oil of Melaleuca, Terpinen-4-ol type"), which specifies levels of 15 components which are needed to define the oil as "tea tree oil."
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Composition
(2004) Concentration [%] |
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| terpinen-4-ol | 30-48 |
| γ-terpinene | 10–28 |
| α-terpinene | 5–13 |
| 1,8-Cineole | 0–15 |
| α-terpinolene | 1.5–5 |
| α-terpineol | 1.5–8 |
| α-pinene | 1–6 |
| p-cymene | 0.5–8 |
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Medicinal use
Tea tree oil has been recognized as a potent antiseptic in Australia anecdotally for many years, but has been scientifically investigated only relatively recently. Recent studies support a role for the topical application of tea tree oil in skin care and for the treatment of various diseases and conditions. Tea tree oil appears to be effective against bacteria, viruses, fungal infections, mites such as scabies, and lice such as head lice. A 2008 study of in vitro toxicity showed a tea tree oil preparation was more effective against head lice than permethrin, a popular pharmaceutical remedy.
Tea tree oil has activity against the bacterium Staphylococcus aureus, including MRSA, and when used at a 10% concentration is comparable with mupirocin for application to the skin. At this concentration it has the added benefit of having never been shown to cause resistance; however, this can occur at lower percentages. Tea tree oil is less successful for application in the nose. Also, there is clinical evidence that topical dermatological preparations containing tea tree oil may be more effective than conventional antibiotics in preventing transmission of CA-MRSA.
In the treatment of moderate common acne, topical application of 5% tea tree oil has shown an effect comparable to 5% benzoyl peroxide, albeit with slower onset of action.
Tea tree oil is a known antifungal agent, effective in vitro against multiple dermatophytes found on the skin. In vivo, shampoo with 5% tea tree oil has been shown to be an effective treatment for dandruff due to its ability to treat Malassezia furfur, the most common cause of the condition. Just a few drops of tea tree oil added to a small to medium sized bottle of baby shampoo works well to cure head lice as well.
The effectiveness of topical tea tree oil preparations for the treatment of the yeast infection Candidiasis is supported by its ability to kill Candida in vitro.
There is some very limited research that has shown that tea tree oil may have topical antiviral activity, especially against the herpes virus (cold sores), chicken pox, shingles blisters, etc.
One study has shown a 5% tea tree oil solution to be more effective than commercial medications against the scabies mite in an in vitro situation.
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In aquarium fish
Diluted solutions of tea tree oil are often used as a remedy to treat bacterial and fungal infections in aquarium fish. Common brand names are Melafix and Bettafix. Melafix is a stronger concentration and Bettafix is a lower concentration that makes it harder to overdose smaller fish, especially bettas. It is most commonly used to promote fin and tissue regrowth, but is also effective in treating other conditions, such as fin rot or velvet. The remedy is used mostly on betta fish, but can also be used with other aquarium fish, other than goldfish.
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Pesticidal Properties
Pure tea tree oil is an extremely potent pesticide that does not repel insects, but is very toxic to them. Blood-feeding insects, such as mosquitos or sand flies, are instantly killed when contact is made with tea tree oil. It does not, however, work when applied on the skin.
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Safety
According to the American Cancer Society: "Tea tree oil is toxic when swallowed. It has been reported to cause drowsiness, confusion, hallucinations, coma, unsteadiness, weakness, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach upset, blood cell abnormalities, and severe rashes. It should be kept away from pets and children."
A small number of people experience allergic contact dermatitis as a reaction to dermal contact with tea tree oil. In an Italian study of 725 consecutive patients, patients were patch tested with undiluted, 1%, and 0.1% tea tree oil. For undiluted tea tree oil, nearly 6% of the patients observed positive reactions of skin irritation. Only 1 of 725 patients observed a positive reaction of skin irritation with the 1% dilution. None of the 725 patients observed adverse reactions with the 0.1% dilution. Allergic reactions may be due to the various oxidation products that are formed by exposure of the oil to light and/or air.
External application of tea tree oil undiluted and/or at inappropriate high doses has been associated with toxicity, including death, in cats and other animals, due to ingestion during grooming.
A highly disputed case study reported in The New England Journal of Medicine concluded that repeated topical exposure of lavender and tea tree oils may have caused prepubertal gynecomastia in three young boys. The study involved just three individuals and found lavender to be the only common ingredient used by the boys in the study. While all three cases involved the use of products containing lavender oil as an ingredient, only one boy also used products containing tea tree oil. In all cases, the prepubertal gynecomastia reversed after several months. Researchers have noted that estrogenic or antiandrogenic activities have also been reported for some other commonly used essential oils, as well as some foods such as almonds and peanuts. Others have cast doubt on the conclusions of the article and dismissed the study as having used "poor methodology". The research has been most criticized for making medically related conclusions about tea tree oil based on a single individual, while outside factors were more likely to have caused the condition. Critics of the study note that millions of people use products containing tea tree oil on a regular basis and there has never been another documented relation of tea tree oil and gynecomastia before or after this study was published.
If used in concentrations below 4% or particularly below 1%, tea tree oil may fail to kill bacteria and create selection pressure, which may result in them becoming less sensitive to tea tree oil and even some antibiotics in vitro.
Undiluted tea tree oil can cause some hearing loss when used in the ears of animals; however, a 2% concentration has not been shown to have any lasting effect. It is not known whether the same is true for humans.
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