Tea Tree Oil: First Aid Kit In A Bottle
Due to the rising costs of medicines, hospitalization, and so on, it’s no longer surprising to see people turning to natural and alternative ways to remedy common health concerns. These remedies not only cost less, but they have fewer side effects, too. Essential oils are on the rise, and Tea Tree Oil is considered as one of the most popular essential oils that more and more people are appreciating for its health benefits.
In the old times, tea tree oil was used by the aborigines as a general antiseptic for wounds. Recently, medical studies have proven that this natural oil does have lots of benefits. It is a natural curing agent for bacterial, viral and fungal infections. It has been found to be so effective in treating a wide range of diseases, particularly those involving the skin. If you are suffering from Athlete’s foot, nail fungus, warts, blackheads, acne, and dandruff, you’ll experience significant relief just by using Tea Tree Oil. At the same time, the oil offers relief to minor cuts and scrapes, burns, and insect bites.
Beauty experts themselves recognize the benefits of Tea Tree Oil. In fact you can find this oil as one major ingredient in a number of skin care products, such as soaps, moisturizing creams, shampoos, mouthwash, deodorants, and the like.
Tea Tree Oil is non-toxic and will not irritate the skin. There are no known contraindications, too, but it’s not advisable to use it during pregnancy and lactation. While it’s generally safe, Tea Tree Oil should not be used in large quantities because a few drops of the essential oil can go a long way.
There are different ways you may be able to use Tea Tree Oil to promote wellness. It can be used in steam inhalation to relieve nasal congestion and fight off infections. Just add two or three drops of the oil to a steaming bowl of water. Keep your head covered, bring your face closer to the bowl and inhale deeply for 5 up to 10 minutes.
For skin infections, add 5 drops of Tea Tree Oil to your bath, and bathe as you normally do. If you have dandruff, you may use this water to shampoo your hair with, or alternatively, you can add two or three drops to your shampoo and wash your hair as usual.
To boost the immune system, use the oil as a massage once a week. Just mix 3-5 drops of Tea Tree Oil to 30 ml of base oil.
For cold sores, acne, blemishes, nail fungus and nasal ulcers, you can apply the essential directly on the affected area. You can also do the same if you have minor cuts and scrapes, but remember not to use it on deep wounds and tattoos.
Tea Tree Oil can also relieve soar throat or throat infections. To experience its healing effects, add 8-10 drops of the oil to a glass of water and gargle two or three times within 20 minutes.
With all these benefits, it’s no wonder why Tea Tree Oil is often regarded as a First Aid Kit in a bottle.
Stopping by to say Happy and Healthy 2010 to you and Your family. God bless us all.
Comment by ish — December 31, 2009 @ 12:28 am
I love tea tree oil and use it for many things including on my toe nails to keep them from getting fungal infections. Better prevention than treatment I say.
Comment by Paulineh — January 2, 2010 @ 7:22 pm
Tea Tree oil is Amazing. You can literally use it for anything! Thanks for the great run-down of applications…!
Alicia
Comment by Alicia — January 5, 2010 @ 11:42 am
I am also a fan of tea tree oil. I always have one kept at home for my family. I am totally amazed by the wonders of it.
Comment by Sinus Relief — January 13, 2010 @ 8:49 pm
I’m a huge fan of tea tree oil, and as such collect various uses and remedies that include tea tree oil.
One of my favorite uses for tea tree is to add it to liquid soaps or shampoos, at the rate of 15 drops of tea tree oil for each ounce of liquid soap. This is a great natural substitute for all those chemical laden antibacterial soaps.
Another favorite in our house is to add the same amount to shampoo, along with equal amounts of lavender and peppermint oils. You may also want to add a few drops of rosemary as well. The effect is a fresh tingly feeling all over your scalp.
Thanks for your article.
Comment by James Beane — June 22, 2010 @ 12:50 pm