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1. Abrasions & Minor Cuts: Clean area well! Apply tea tree oil full strength to area.

 

2. Acne: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil directly onto infected area twice a day or 60 drops of tea tree oil to facial wash, apply twice daily.

 

3. After Shave Or Waxing: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil onto razor blade before shaving. Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 1 Tbs of aloe vera gel. Smooth over area.

 

4. Arthritis: For swelling, add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 2 ounces of jojoba or grapeseed oil; massage into affected are 2-3 times a day. Tea tree oil is very good for arthritis as it is able to penetrate and desensitize irritated nerve endings.

 

5. Asthma: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to a warm damp face cloth and breath through it for 1 minute. For best results repeat daily.

 

6. Athletes Foot: Clean feet thoroughly, especially between toes. Add tea tree oil directly to feet every two weeks. Or add (?) drops of tea tree oil to ½ ounce of olive oil. Massage on feet and between toes.

 

7. Bad Breath: (Sore gums & plaque). Add (?) drops of tea tree oil on brush and brush with baking soda. Do Not Swallow!

 

8. Bath Salts: Add (?) drops of tea tree oill to 1/2 cup bath salt and then apply to water.

 

9. Bladder Infection: It is important to keep the Urethra clean. Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 4 ounces of purified or distilled water and wash area thoroughly. Add 10 drops of tea tree oil to bath.

 

10. Blisters: Wash area with soap and water. Apply (?) drops of tea tree oil 2 times daily.

 

11. Body Mist (Perfume): Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to (?) drops of rose oil, to 1 tsp. of jojoba oil.

 

12. Boils & Inflammations: Apply a warm wash cloth to the area for a few minutes. Apply undiluted tea tree oil directly on the boil. Warning: If fever is present consult a Physician immediately.

 

13. Bronchitis / Bronchial Congestion: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to a warm, damp cloth; apply to chest or add (?) drops of tea tree oill to a hot bath and soak. Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to cream or oil and massage infected area.

 

14. Bruises: Apply ice if swelling occurs, add (?) drops of tea tree oil to an arnica or comfrey salve. Apply daily!

 

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15. Burns (Minor): Immediately wash area with ice water, apply (?) drops of tea tree oill to burned area. Repeat 3-4 times daily. For a salve, mix (?) tea tree oil with (?) ounces raw unpasteurized honey and (?) teaspoon triple strength grapefruit seed extract.

 

16. Calluses & Corns: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 1 teaspoon grapeseed, apricot, olive, almond or avocado oil. Massage area well, or soak in mixture of (?) drops tea tree oil, 1/2 ounce grapeseed, apricot, olive, almond or avocado oil for 5 minutes, 2 times daily. Once the corn or calluses have become soft remove with tweezers and apply a few drops of tea tree oil, then cover with bandage.

 

17. Canker Sores: Add a few drops of tea tree oil directly to infected area with a cotton swab twice daily. Add (?) drops to 1 cup of water, swish around in mouth. Caution: Do Not Swallow.

 

18. Carbuncles: Add a few drops of tea tree oil to cotton swab and apply directly to carbuncle. Repeat twice daily. |

 

19. Chapped Lips: Add (?) drops tea tree oil to lip balm or moisturizing cream. Add apply to lips as necessary.

 

20. Chicken Pox: Symptoms are itching, red rash and blisters on the chest and arms. Chicken pox can leave severe scars if left untreated. Tea tree oil reduces itching which can lead to scratching and later infection. Apply tea tree oil to blisters. Allow tea tree oil to remain on 15 minutes. Rinse with warm water and pat dry. Apply silk and satin body lotion to entire area. Repeat every 6 hours or until rash and blisters disappear.

 

21. Chigger: Dermatitis caused by mite larvae. Usually found in grassy areas. They cause painful eruptions on the feet and legs. Add a few drops of tea tree oil directly to area to disinfect.

 

22. Cold Sores (Herpes Simplex 1): Tea tree oil can reduce the painful healing time by as much as one half. Apply a few drops of tea tree oil directly to the infected area with cotton swab 2 times a day, to help prevent breakouts apply directly upon onset.

 

23. Coughs: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 4-6 cups warm water. Drape towel over head and lean over warm water for 10 minutes, "gently inhale". Add (?) drops tea tree oil to vaporizer, steam for 5-10 minutes.

 

24. Dandruff: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to any shampoo; use daily or alternate with another shampoo. Rub a few drops of tea tree oil directly into the scalp. Or use (?) drops of tea tree oil in your shampoo in hand prior to washing hair. This will help unblock the hair follicles.

 

25. Dental Abscesses

 

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26. Dermatitis: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to ¼ cup grapeseed oil and massage in areas that have been exposed. Repeat 2-3 times daily. Or tea tree oil can be applied undiluted to the area. Consult Physician if condition persist.

 

27. Diabetic Gangrene: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 1/2 ounce of lotion. Massage onto infected area.

 

28. Dry Hair, Oily Hair & Itchy Scalp: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil directly onto hair strands; massage into scalp.

 

29. Dry Skin: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 1 ounce carrot seed or sweet almond oil. Massage in to skin.

 

30. Earaches: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 1/4 cup of warm olive oil. Drop a small amount gently into ear, tilting head to one side for a minute. Use small cotton ball to absorb oil. Repeat until improved.

 

31. Earlobe Cysts: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil directly to both sides of the ear lobe. Use warm cloth to open pore before adding oil.

 

32. Ear Infection: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 1/4 cup warm olive or almond oil, drop a small amount gently into the ear.

 

33. Eczema: Add (?) drops tea tree oil to 1/4 cup of grapeseed oil, massage in areas that have been exposed. Repeat 2-3 times daily.

 

34. Emphysema: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 3-4 cups warm water. Drape towel over head and lean over warm water for 10 minutes or you may add (?) drops tea tree oil to a vaporizer, steam for 5-10 minutes.

 

35. Flea Bites: To disinfect bite add (?) drops of tea tree oil directly to area of bite. Repeat every 2 hours or until swelling and itching has disappeared.

 

36. Gingivitis

 

37. Gout: For swelling, add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 2 ounces of jojoba or grapeseed oil; massage into affected area 2-3 times a day.

 

37. Head Cold: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 4 cups water, drape towel over pot of warm solution and inhale. At night add (?) drops of tea tree oil to a vaporizer. Also rub on nose and forehead areas.

 

39. Head Lice: Add (?) drops of Tea Tree Oil to 1ounce shampoo. Massage into hair, leave on for 10 minutes, rinse; repeat once a day until eggs and lice are gone.

 

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40. Hair Conditioner: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 1 Tbs. olive oil then add one whipped egg. Apply conditioner for 5-10 minutes, rinse.

 

41. Hair Rinse: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil into 32 ounces of water.

 

42. Herpes Lesions: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil with 1 capsule of Vitamin E. Apply 2 times daily. Discontinue use if irritation occurs. You can also add (?) drops of tea tree oil in bath water; or Sitz bath: (?) drops of tea tree oil and 1 tsp aloe gel, soak well.

 

43. Hives: Add(?) drops of tea tree oil to 2 ounces of witch hazel. Massage infected area.

 

44. Immune System: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 1 ounce of olive or almond oil and massage into skin once weekly. This will help strengthen your immune system. Or add (?) drops tea tree oil to your bath water. You can also add a few drops tea tree oil to an aroma light, humidifier or to a boiling pan of water.

 

45. Infections: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil directly to infected area twice daily.

 

46. Ingrown Hair: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil directly to area; repeat every 2 hours or until signs of infection disappear.

 

47. Itchy Scalp: Apply (?) Drops of tea tree oil directly into hair strands or massage into scalp.

 

48. Jock Itch: Apply (?) drops of tea tree oil to ½ ounce grapeseed oil. Apply 2 times daily. Or you may apply tea tree oil undiluted to the area. Cover the area with a care cream afterwards to reduce the drying effects of the tea tree oil.

 

49. Laryngitis: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 1 cup of warm water, gargle 2-3 times a day. Also add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 1 ounce of your favorite mouthwash. Caution: Do Not Swallow.

 

50. Leg Ulcers: Apply (?) drops of tea tree oil to 3 cups of warm water or add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 1 ounce grapeseed oil. Shake well and massage into area.

 

51. Massage: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to massage oil.

 

52. Mosquito Bites: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil directly to area of bite. Repeat every 2 hours or until swelling and itching disappears.

 

53. Mouth Ulcers: Dab ulcer with undiluted tea tree oil every two hours.

 

54. Muscle Aches: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 1 ounce of grapeseed oil. Massage well. You can also add (?) drops to bath water and soak.

 

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55. Nail Fungus: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil directly to nail and tissue surroundings. Repeat once daily for a week.

 

56. Nasal Ulcers: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil directly onto infected area, use cotton swab to apply.

 

57. Oily or Dry Hair: Apply (?) Drops of tea tree oil directly into hair strands or massage into scalp.

 

58. Plantar Warts: Apply tea tree oil full strength to affected area 2-3 times daily.

 

59. Plaque: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil on brush and brush with baking soda.

 

60. Psoriasis: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 1 cup of sea salt and put in bath water.

 

61. Rheumatism: Add (?) drops of warm tea tree oil directly to area and massage.

 

62. Ringworm: (Is not a worm but a fungus) Add tea tree oil full strength, repeat 2 times daily. | Read more about Ringworm | http://www.ringworm.bz/

 

63. Ringworm of The Scalp: (Is not a worm but a fungus) Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 2 ounces of shampoo. "Mix Well" use until condition improves. | Read more about Ringworm | http://www.ringworm.bz/

 

64. Ringworm of The Skin: (Is not a worm but a fungus) Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 1 ounce jojoba oil or aloe vera gel. Repeat 2 times daily | Read more about Ringworm | http://www.ringworm.bz/

 

65. Scabies: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil directly to area in the morning and at night. Note: This can cause irritation to people with sensitive skin. Consult a Physician if improvement is not made, within 10 days.

 

66. Sciatica: Add (?) drops of warmed tea tree oil directly to area and massage.

 

67. Seborrhea: Inflammation of the skin around the scalp, face and sometimes other areas of the body, it appears as a dry or greasy scaling of the scalp. It looks similar to dandruff. In severe cases a yellow or red scaling papules appear along the hairline and behind the ears. It is also common on the bridge of the nose, the external ear canal and on the eyebrows. Infant Seborrhea in known as cradle cap. Bathe using tea tree oil dissolved in your soap. Pat dry. Apply morning and night. Condition should disappear in a week to ten days. If condition persists consult a Physician.

 

68. Shingles: Add (?) drops of warmed tea tree oil directly to area and massage.

 

69. Sinusitis: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to a pot of heated water. Drape towel over head while leaning over pot of solution, and inhale gently. At night, add (?) drops to vaporizer.

 

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70. Sore Gums: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil on brush and brush with baking soda.

 

71. Sore Throat: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 4 ounces of warm water, gargle 2-3 times a day; (Do Not Swallow) or add (?) drops of tea tree oil into pot of warm water and breath in vapors for 10 minutes. Add (?) drops tea tree oil to vaporizer.

 

72. Steam Inhalation: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to a bowl of steaming water. Cover head with towel and inhale. To relieve congestion and fight infection. |

 

73. Stye (Hordeolum): Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to a pan of hot water, drape towel over head and hold over pan for five minutes.

 

74. Sunburn: Mix (?) drops of tea tree oil with vitamin E oil, almond, or avocado oil and apply twice daily. When applied in time, it can bring immediate pain relief, and prevent reddening and blistering. Repeat as often as necessary. In cases of severe sunburn, apply (?) drops of tea tree oil directly to the affected area. The pain will vanish almost immediately, and blistering of skin will be prevented.

 

75. Ticks: Apply (?) drops directly to tick and area. If tick does not back out of skin, use tweezers to remove it. If cold-like symtoms or ring like pattern appears; consult a Physician.

 

76. Toothache: Add (?) Drops of tea tree oil to mouthwash and gargle. Do Not Swallow. Or add (?) drops of tea tree oil with 1/2 teaspoon aloe vera gel and directly apply to infected tooth.

 

77. Toothbrush Cleaner: Apply tea tree oil directly to toothbrush 1-2 times a week to remove bacteria.

 

78. Thrush: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 1 cup of warm water, gargle 2-3 times a day. Also add 5 drops of tea tree oil to 1 ounce of your favorite mouthwash. Do Not Swallow.

 

79. Tropical Ulcers: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil directly to area and gently massage using a cotton swab.

 

80. Vaporizer: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to vaporizer. This is very effective for head colds which effect nasal and sinus passages.

 

81. Warts: Apply full strength tea tree oil to wart. It may take several weeks for wart to dissolve, depending upon conditions.

 

82. Waxing Bikini Area/Legs: Before waxing allow (?) drops of tea tree oil to dry on area. Repeat same step after waxing, and then 2 times the same day. Redness and swelling should subside within 24 hours.

 

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Last year I think, high school wrestling matches between UT and WY were canceled because the boys were coming down with infections.

The mats were cleaned between matches, but something wasn't working as it was supposed to. I can't remember what it was they were cleaning with. Something to keep in mind when you have kids in sports activities, be they school, church etc.

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they clean the mats with bleach but because there is so much skin exposed and kids have it...

 

once you notice you have it.. you are supposed to go to the doctor and get the cream.. and a release stating you have the cream and have seen the sports doctor.

 

Let me tell you how many $10 co-pays I had! they wouldn't treat the two boys as 1.. NOOOooooo!!! each! 4 years of high school! and we saw the doctor several times a month! it got to be quite a joke.

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People with sensitive skin should introduce the oil with caution. See Safety!

http://www.teatreeoiluses.com/tea-tree-oil-safety.htm Tea tree oil is not to be taken internally.

 

 

 

Tea Tree Oil General Information

 

Tea tree oil is a natural antifungal, antibacterial, antiviral, anti-infection oil. It is effective against nail fungus, ringworm, athlete's foot, dandruff, acne and many types of infestations including lice, mites and scabies.

 

Tea tree oil is not just soothing and disinfecting, it is capable of penetrating into the lower skin layers with its anti-inflammatory, disinfectant, analgesic (pain killing) and cicatrizant (wound-healing) qualities. It helps the skin to heal by encouraging the formation of scar tissue.

 

People with sensitive skin should introduce the oil with caution See Safety! Tea tree oil is not to be taken internally except as a mouthwash or gargle as directed (do not swallow).

 

 

 

1.All Purpose Cleaner

2.Bedsores

3.Deoderizer

4.Dishwashers

5.Humidifier

6.Memory-.Mood

7.Plant Spray

8.Vaporizer

9.Washing Machine

 

 

1. All Purpose Cleaner: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 2 Tbs. of vinegar with 1 tsp. of borax. Put solution in a 12 ounce spray bottle, then fill bottle with warn distilled or purified water. Shake until borax dissolves.

 

2. Bedsores: For a bedridden person. Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 1 Tbs. of almond or olive oil. and massage in affected parts of the body.

 

3. Deoderizer: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to spray bottle. Mist room.

 

4. Dishwashers: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to dishwasher dispenser, then fill with dishwashing soap.

 

5. Humidifier: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to the humidifier. This will clean. disinfect and refresh the air.

 

6. Mood & Memory: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil directly to skin and massage in to face and temples. If your allergenic (perform patch test for allergies first)

 

7. Plant Spray: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to a 32 ounce bottle of water, then add 16 drops of hydrogen peroxide. Mix well and mist plant with spray bottle. Do not wipe off.

 

8. Vaporizer: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to a cup of water; leave in room to help alleviate stuffiness, allergies, headaches and flu symptoms. Or heat a pot of water and drop 3-5 drops of tea tree oil, after removing pot from burner.

 

9. Washing Machine: To Kill Germs. Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to each load of laundry. This will disinfect and leave laundry smelling clean and fresh.

 

 

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Travel & Camping Uses

 

Tea tree oil is very handy to have along on any travel, camping and recreation trips. It can be used as a non toxic disinfectant for multiple types of insect bites, stings and for all scratches and scrapes.

 

1.Blisters

2.Insect Bites- Stings

3.Insect Repellent

4.Leeches

5.Poison Ivy/Oak, and Sumac

6.Splinters

7.Sprains

8.Sunburns

9.Ticks

 

1. Blisters: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil directly on blister. Add rap with sterile, non-stick bandage.

 

2. Insect bites & Stings: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil directly onto area of bite or sting to disinfect and to reduce swelling.

 

3. Insect repellent: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to first aid lotion (Mix Well) or you may simply add a few drops in the palm of your hand and rub it into clothing and directly onto skin (providing your not allergic) this works very good for an insect repellent (especially mosquitos) thus possibly preventing the West Nile Virus.

 

4. Leeches: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil with any natural insect repellent. Also apply (?) drops of tea tree oil directly onto the leech, and the leech should remove itself.

 

5. Poison Ivy/Oak & Sumac: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 3 Tbs of baking soda and rub onto affected area. Rap with gauze. Apply 2-3 times daily.

 

6. Splinters: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to area. Then remove splinter with tweezers.

 

7. Sprains: Ice area with ice compress and elevate. Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to arnica and apply to sprain. Rap area with dry cloth. Keep foot elevated for at least 20 minutes. Repeat often.

 

8. Sunburns: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil with vitamin E oil; apply 2 times daily.

 

9. Ticks: Apply (?) drops of tea tree oil directly to tick and area. If tick does not back out of skin, use tweezers to remove it. Get as close as you can to your skin to remove. Do not squeeze the body. If cold-like symptoms or ring like pattern appears; consult a Physician.

 

 

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Beauty Care Uses

 

1.Acne Mask

2.Body Lotion

3.Dry Skin

4.Nail Infections

5.Nail Soak

6.Oily Skin

7.Skin Treatment

8.Stained Finger nails

 

1. Acne Mask: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 1-4 drops of neroli, rosemary or thyme oil, then add a small amount of clay. Apply and leave on face for no longer than 20 minutes.

 

2. Body Lotion: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to lotion. "Shake Well." Massage lotion into skin after shower.

 

3. Dry Skin: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 1-4 drops of Carrot Seed Oil. Apply to skin and leave for 20 minutes, rinse thoroughly.

 

4. Nail Infections: Apply tea tree oil directly to infected area and cuticles. Do not rinse.

 

5. Nail Soak: Remove finger nail polish. Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 2 Tbs of olive or almond oil. Soak finger nail for 5 minutes. Repeat twice daily.

 

6. Oily Skin: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 1-4 drops of Lavender, then add to clay. Rinse skin thoroughly.

 

7. Skin Treatment: Add (?) drops of tea tree oil to 1/2 teaspoon of aloe vera gel. Massage into skin. When bathing finish shower with cold water to close up pores, use dry towel to buff the skin dry.

 

8. Stained Finger Nails: Apply (?) drops of tea tree oil directly to finger nail, then buff finger nail until stain is removed.

 

 

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Uses

 

The following is a lengthy but not exhaustive list of uses of tea tree oil. You may look at it and think that tea tree oil must be just another quack claim of a cure all. But keep in mind that it is the properties of tea tree oil - antiviral, antibiotic, antiseptic, antifungal, and so on - which bring about the effects. Thus, the antiviral property will ensure that tea tree oil works on fungal infections on the skin (eg athlete's foot) and the antibiotic property of tea tree will work on the hospital superbug.

 

 

* Head or chest cold. I have effectively used tea tree oil to ward off an oncoming head or chest cold. It should be used at the first signs, however is effective in lessening symptoms, with the added benefit of ensuring that others do not catch the virus from you. Use the tea tree oil in an inhalation method or apply a few drops to a lotion and gently massage around the throat and chest area.

 

 

* Sick Room Disinfectant. If there are others around you who are ill consider disinfecting the air in the home. Do this by dispersing the tea tree oil molecules in the air via a vaporizer, diffuser or aromatherapy lamp.

 

Other methods - Add a few drops of tea tree oil to a handkerchief or tissue and breathe in the oil regularly throughout the day. Add a few drops of tea tree oil to your cleaning cloth or use tea tree oil based cleaners (tea tree oil is an excellent solvent). When washing the clothing and bed linen of the sick person, add a few drops of tea tree oil to the wash.

 

 

* Acne. A tiny amount - less than a drop - applied directly to the spot can help clear the skin. The tea tree oil will also help heal the skin and prevent further breakouts.

 

 

* Mouthwash. A few drops in water is an effective mouthwash and gargle.

 

 

* Sore throat. Used as a gargle, the tea tree oil gets right to the spot to kill germs and help heal infected tissue. Use also for mouth ulcers.

 

 

* Dental disease. Consistent use of tea tree oil based dental products along with appropriate nutritional products has been shown to be effective in mild to moderate cases of dental disease, preventing surgical intervention or use of antibiotics.

 

 

* Hayfever / allergy / rhinitis (continual runny nose). I have used tea tree oil when I suffer from hayfever brought on by pollen, dust or mold spores. I combine using tea tree oil as a lotion around the throat and chest area with taking nutritional supplements and drinking water at the time of a hayfever attack.

 

 

* I have heard that sprinkling a few drops of tea tree oil direct on the mattress before making up the bed with bedlinen can be effective in controlling mite spores which can bring on asthma.

 

 

* Dandruff or dry scalp. These are two different scalp conditions but tea tree oil can work on both. I use a good quality tea tree oil based shampoo because of my dry scalp, which if left can become very itchy. Ensure the product you use is a quality one. Many brands can include an infinitesimal amount of tea tree oil but state it loud and clear as an ingredient on the label. This applies to other types of products as well - for example, skin care products that contains vitamins. Be consumer aware.

 

 

* Dry skin / eczema / psoriasis / dermatitis. Continued use of tea tree oil based moisturizing lotions can counter these chronic skin conditions (along with nutritional and diet changes and stress management, depending upon what brings on the condition).

 

Keep in mind that given the chronic nature of these skin conditions there will be no immediate "cure". Many prescribed products may bring about immediate relief but beware side effects and the rebound effect (condition worsens when medication stops, therefore back on the medication).

 

A story from a customer, Pauline Hyland -

 

"I was desperate for relief when I was introduced to [a tea tree oil based problem skin lotion]. I was suffering intermittent but distressing itching of the legs. It was particularly bad after showering. I tried everything including using no soap but nothing worked. At times I would scratch so much my skin would bleed. It didn't relieve the itch. I visited the Doctor about it but they could provide no remedy other than 'try everything until...'

 

Once introduced to [this tea tree oil based problem skin lotion] I found relief and it is pleasant to use. Not too perfumed and not oily. I wouldn't like to be without it and find I can use it on my face as well. In the past I have suffered from eczema and many 'expensive' creams will bring on an attack but I find [this tea tree oil based product] causes no problems."

 

 

* Minor burns. Use tea tree oil for a burn for both its analgesic (pain relieving) property and healing property. As usual, immediately following the burn run cold water over the burn for as long as possible, then apply the tea tree oil. If unable to access cold water or a cold pack, apply the tea tree oil straight away. Its antiseptic property will help protect from infection. After applying tea tree oil neat to the burn, cover with a tea tree based gel or ointment.

 

 

* Cuts and scrapes. Again, use tea tree oil for its analgesic, antiseptic and healing properties. Use neat and follow up with a tea tree oil based gel or ointment.

 

 

* Prevent or treat tinea (athlete's foot). If you like to go camping, backpacking or use gym showers, you may like to take a bottle of tea tree oil with you. Either rub a few drops over your feet or sprinkle the bottom of the shower area.

 

 

* Insect bites. Apply neat to the insect bite to relieve pain and scratching or use a tea tree oil based gel or ointment.

 

 

* Treatment (and preventative) for headlice. Researchers at the University of Massachusetts are looking at how head lice are quickly becoming resistant to current treatments and are investigating other methods of treatment.

 

Alongside their research, they state that "natural chemicals called monoterpenoids, found in tea tree oil as well as lemon and orange oils, appear to "work very well" in killing the pests".

 

Tea tree oil can be applied direct to the skin (in very small quantities - a few drops) but not lemon or orange essential oils which can irritate the skin. Neat tea tree oil may sting if applied direct to an irritated scalp.

 

Always be aware of safety data - It is not recommended nor considered safe to use a large quantity of essential oil to treat a problem. A few drops is often all that is needed or recommended because of the concentrated nature of essential oils. Given the above note regarding tea tree oil and headlice, I must remind you to not use neat tea tree oil in any quantity greater than a few drops, particularly around children. Contact me if you would like more information on this matter.

 

I do however thoroughly recommend using a good quality tea tree oil based shampoo for use with school aged children - mostly as a preventative. The tea tree oil based shampoo may act to repel the head lice in the first place.

 

 

* Superbug buster. You will have heard that many bacteria are developing resistance to antibiotics.

 

The Hospital Superbug - MRSA - methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus is an antibiotic-resistant strain of a bacterium that is common enough and likely to only cause an infection when patients have wounds or a weak immune system owing to illness or recent surgery. Where the microbe has acquired multiple resistance to antibiotics, it can flourish in tissue and bone unchecked and is also highly contagious.

 

Research is being carried out in London, England, comparing tea tree oil with vancomycin, a powerful drug with toxic side effects. Such research is necessary as some strains of MRSA are now resistant to all antibiotics except vancomycin. Preliminary findings suggest that tea tree oil is both highly effective and safe, whereas vancomycin is toxic.

 

http://www.teatree.co.uk/MRSA.htm

 

* More uses - cold sores, warts, boils, nail infections, thrush, chicken pox sores (prevent scratching and scarring), apply after shaving or waxing, use as general boost to the immune system, muscular rub for aches and pains, disinfectant and solvent (cleaner).

 

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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.

 

7) Hair Care. Mix several drops with your shampoo to help relieve itchy scalp, dandruff or to treat nits.

 

8) 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.

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do more research! don't just take this one site as truth. They have so much information missing. I posted it as a guide to use in a search engine to get the information you need.

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I still think that there is more to it then what I found. that is only a basic snippet of info.

 

if you go to the site it will tell you that many of the recipes for TTO are interchangable with grapefruit seed extract. but you have to check. I will stick with TTO..

 

also a little tidbit... listerine mouth wash is not as strong as TTO but does the same thing as does vinegar!

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