Tea Tree Oil is also an ancient
Aboriginal healing remedy from Australia.
The tree (Mellaleuca alterifolia) is indigenous to the northern
part New South Wales and southern Queensland. The oil is steam
extracted and distilled from the leaves of these fast growing
trees.
Clinical trials in Australia have documented evidence of Tea Tree
oils beneficial antiseptic, bactericidal and fungicidal
properties. In addition the germicidal benefits of the oil allow
it to be used as a natural cleaner and disinfectant in the home.
Some of the uses for Tea Tree Oil include....
1) Minor Cuts, Abrasions and Grazes. Dab on pure oil or
diluted rinse to irrigate the wound area.
2) Dry Skin Rashes: Mix the oil with Baby Oil to create a
moisturizing lotion and apply to the skin.
3) Insect Bites and Stings. Rub a dab of pure oil onto
mosquito, sand flies, noseeum and other insect bites and stings
to help relieve the itch and pain.
4) Minor Burns including sunburn. The oil can be rubbed
into the affected site.
5) Facial Cleanser. Add 6 drops to some warm water and
flush over the face.
6) Pimples, Zits and Spots. Dab on the pure oil three
times a day or use with warm water as a hot pack and rinse.
5) Hair Care. Mix several drops with your shampoo to help
relieve itchy scalp, dandruff or to treat nits.
6) Foot Treatments. Either by direct application of the
oil or by means of a foot soak by adding a capful of oil to warm
water to treat sore feet, foot odor, athletes foot or nail
infections.
Koalaty Bear Brand Tea Tree Oil (40%
Terpenin) Pure Melaleuca Oil (USP Grade) is available
exclusively from Eucolife in 60 ml size (2 oz) bottles for $14.88
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