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Tea Tree Oil Uses
Tea Tree Oil Benefits For Acne
Tea Tree Oil Benefits For Acne
Tea Tree Oil is the oil that is extracted from the Melaleuca plant that is found in east coast Australia. It is a type of clear oil that is used for its medicinal properties which include antiseptic and antifungal properties. Some people suggest that tea tree oil benefits include cosmetic ones.
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Tea tree oil has powerful antiseptic and antifungal properties and can be used on warts. Tea tree oil wart therapy can be used on the feet, when natural oil is applied on the warts twice daily, or on other parts of the body in a diluted form. It is recommended to dilute the oil by 50 percent with water. Another use of tea tree oil is in the treatment of acne, a skin disorder affecting the face, particularly found amongst teenagers. Using tea tree oil for acne has proven to be effective as a single diluted drop may be able to cure an affected area of severe acne symptoms.
Tea Tree Oil Uses In Shampoo For Lice Treatment And Nail Fungus
Tea tree oil shampoo is a popular as a remedy for scalp dandruff. Tea tree oil shampoos are available but often contain other chemical substances that may be harmful. Some people prefer to simply add a few drops of tea tree oil to their favorite shampoo for the best effect. It is also noted that with the usage of tea tree oil, lice problems in children have been eliminated. Head lice treatment with tea tree oil is a more natural way of dealing with this problem and some parents prefer this solution over synthetic or chemical shampoos. Tea tree oil is also a popular disinfectant. The effect of tea tree oil on nail fungus is remarkable due to its inherent properties. Application on the affected nail area along with other anti-fungal oils has proven to be effective as a long term solution for nail fungus.
Lavender And Tea Tree Oil Household Uses
Another popular natural oil is lavender oil. Lavender oil uses include application on skin irritations such as acne, allergic skin conditions, burns, sores, insect bites etc. The effectiveness of lavender oil for these conditions is attributed to its strong medicinal properties. Lavender oil is also used for digestive problems and breathing problems like common cold, asthma, throat infections, etc. A popular application for tea tree oil is tea tree oil in household use. Two tablespoons of tea tree oil mixed with two cups of water in a spray can form an ideal hygienic and natural spray that can be applied on various parts of the household, such as bathroom floors, and garbage bins among others. A side benefit of this is the strong de-odorizing effect of using such a mixture.
