dōTERRA Melaleuca | Tea Tree Essential Oil | Melaleuca alternifolia
Description
More commonly known as “Tea Tree” Melaleuca essential oil has over 92 different compounds and limitless applications. The leaves of the Melaleuca tree were used by the Aborigines of Australia for centuries. They would crush the leaves and inhale the oil to promote feelings of clear breathing and apply the leaves directly to the skin for a cooling effect. Melaleuca is best known for its purifying properties. It can be used to cleanse and purify the skin and nails and to support a healthy complexion. Taken internally, Melaleuca promotes healthy immune function*, and Melaleuca can be used on surfaces throughout the home to protect against environmental threats. Melaleuca is frequently used on occasional skin irritations to soothe the skin and diffusing Melaleuca will help purify and freshen the air.
Primary Benefits
- Renowned for its cleansing and rejuvenating effects to provide skin with a revitalised freshness.
- Tea Tree Oil has beneficial properties that can help to reduce the appearance of blemishes.
- Tea Tree provides benefits for the hair, skin and nails.
- Tea Tree Essential Oil helps to purify and freshen the air to rid the environment of unpleasant odours.
Uses
- For occasional skin irritations, apply 1–2 drops of Melaleuca essential oil onto affected area.
- Combine 1–2 drops of Tea Tree oil with your facial cleanser for added cleansing properties, or apply to skin after shaving.
- Apply to fingernails and toenails after showering to purify and keep nails looking healthy.
Aromatic Description
Herbaceous, green, leathery
Directions for Use
Diffusion: Use three to four drops of doTERRA Melaleuca Oil in the diffuser of choice.
Topical use: For massage, mix 5 drops with 10 ml Fractionated Coconut Oil (carrier oil). For bath, mix 5 drops with 5 ml carrier oil. For perfuming, mix 1 drop to 10 drops carrier oil.
Application
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Cautions
Possible skin sensitivity. Keep doTERRA Tea Tree Oil out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.