Beneficial Beauty Oils- Tea Tree Oils Edition

 

Hi Guys, the weekend is here again and to top it up, there is a public Holiday on the 12th and 13th of the month, yipee what a way to start the weekend and get my groove on
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So Today on my beneficial oils segment, we are going to talk about Tea tree Oil.

Tea tree oil (TTO), or melaleuca oil, is an essential oil with a fresh camphoraeous odor and a colour that ranges from pale yellow to nearly colourless and clear. It is taken from the leaves  of the melaleuca altemifilia, which is native to Southeast Queensland and the Northeast coast of   new south wales Australia.But never to worry my lovelies, it can be gotten here in Nigeria I bought mine from www.jumia.com.ng for the cost of N 3500.00 only. History has it that For over seven decades, it’s been documented in numerous medical studies to kill many strains of bacteria, viruses and fungi.
Tea tree oil uses are numerous: making homemade cleaning products, diffusing it in the air to kill mold, applying it topically to heal skin issues and taking it internally to treat viral infections. It’s becoming an increasingly popular Active ingredient in a variety of household and cosmetic products., including face wash, shampoos, massage oils, skin and nail creams and laundry detergents. Tea tree’s natural antiseptic and anti-inflammatory actions make it an essential oil. that should truly be part of everyone’s natural medicine cabinet.

Top 10 Tea Tree Oil Uses

Ready to use tea tree oil to transform your health? Here are the top 10 uses for tea tree oil for natural cures and home remedies.

1. Tea Tree Oil for Acne

One of the most common uses for tea tree oil today is in skin care products, as it’s considered one of the most effective home remedies for acne. One study found tea tree oil to be just as effective as benzoyl peroxide, but without the associated negative side effects that many people experience including red, dried and peeling skin.
You can make a homemade gentle tree oils acne wash by mixing five drops of pure tea tree essential oil with two teaspoons of raw honey. Simply rub on your face, leave on for one minute, then rinse off.( Thank me later).

2. Tea Tree Oil for Hair

Tea tree oil has proven very beneficial for the health of your hair and scalp I can testify to that. Like coconut oil for hair, tea tree oil has the ability to soothe dry flaking skin, remove dandruff and even can be used for the treatment of lice. To make homemade tea tree oil shampoo, mix several drops of tea tree essential oil with aloe vera gel, coconut milk and other essential oils like lavender oils( Optional).

3. Tea Tree Oil for Cleaning

Another fantastic way to use tea tree oil is as a household cleaner. Tea tree oil have powerful antimicrobial properties and can kill off bad bacteria in your home. To make homemade a tea tree oil cleanser, mix with water, vinegar and lemon essential oil then use it on your counter tops, kitchen appliances, shower, toilet and sinks.

4. Tea Tree Oil for Psoriasis and Eczema

Tea tree oil can help relieve any type of skin inflammation, including being used as a natural eczema treatment  and for reducing psoriasis. Simply mix one teaspoon coconut oil, five drops of tea tree oil and five drops of lavender oil to make homemade tea tree oil eczema lotion or body soap. In addition, if you have eczema or psoriasis, you should consider going on the gaps diet and supplementing with vitamin D3.

5. Tea Tree Oil for Toenail Fungus and Ringworm

Because of its ability to kill parasites and fungal infections, tea tree oil is a great choice to use on toenail fungus, athlete’s foot and ringworm. Put tea tree oil undiluted on the affected area using a clean cotton swab. And for stubborn fungi, consider mixing it with natural anti-fungal oil of Oregon Tea tree oil has also been proven beneficial for treating and removing warts, so simply put tea tree oil directly on the area for 30 days once or twice daily.

6. Tea Tree Oil Kills Mold

A common problem many people experience in their homes is mold infestation, oftentimes without even being aware of it. Consider buying a diffuser and diffusing tea tree oil in the air around your home to kill mold and other bad bacteria. Also, you can spray tea tree oil cleaner onto shower curtains,your laundry machine,  dishwasher or  toilet to kill off mold.

7. Tea Tree Oil Deodorant 

Another great reason to use tea tree oil is to eliminate body odor. Tea tree oil has antimicrobial properties that destroy the bacteria on your skin that causes body odor. You can make homemade tea tree oil deodorant by mixing it with coconut oil and baking soda.

8. Tea Tree Oil for Infections and Cuts

Tea tree oil mixed with lavender essential oil is the perfect ingredient in a homemade wound ointment.  Make sure to clean a cut first with water and hydrogen peroxide if necessary, then put on tea tree oil and cover with a bandage to help fight off infections. A study published in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology even found tea tree oils kill MRSA staph infections

9. Tea Tree Oil Toothpaste for Oral Health

Because of tea tree oil’s ability to kill off bad bacteria and at the same time soothe inflamed skin, it’s a perfect ingredient in homemade toothpaste and mouthwash. It’s been shown to reduce the bleeding of gums and tooth decay. Simply mix tea tree oil with coconut oil and baking soda for an amazing homemade toothpaste.

10. Tea Tree Oil For Cancer

both tea tree oil and Frankincense have been proven to have anti-cancer benefits. For abnormal skin lesions, you can mix frankincense oil, raspberry seed oil and tea tree oil, then place on the area three times daily.
there you go, feel free to give yourself a little pampering and splurging this sallah break. happy Eid Mubarak to my Moslem friends.