BLEMISHED & OILY SKIN

INGREDIENT FEATURES

analgesic

antibacterial

antifungal

anti-infectious

antimicrobial

antiparisitic

antiseptic

antiviral

balsamic

immune tonic

neurotonic

general tonic

insecticide

stimulant

sudorific

USER BENEFITS

diminishes swelling

eases discomfort

encourages cell regeneration

helps heal burns and wounds

mood elevating

minimizes stretch marks

quells irritation from environmental factors

counteracts physical hypersensitivity

neutralizes all types of microbes

neutralizes insects

protects skin against radiation burns

reduces redness

reduces scarring

soothes skin

stimulates the immune system

stimulates the nervous system

uplifting

APPLICATIONS

acne

allergies

athlete’s foot

blisters

burns

cold sores

dandruff

diaper rash

insect bites

oily skin

nails

rashes

skin infections

warts

wounds

indigestion

infections

viral

bacterial

fungal

inflamations

pain

rashes

ithing

warts

oily hair

dandruff

hair growth

hair cleansing

scalp dermatitis

oily skin

blemished skin

active

fragrance

ABOUT THE PLANT

The name Melaleuca is derived from the Greek word melos (dark, black) and leukon (white), first given to the original species with its white papery bark and black lower trunk.

Melaleuca alternifolia, is an extremely hardy native Australian species (the smallest of the tea tree family) that typically only reaches 7-10 feet tall and has constantly exfoliating bark and soft, fragrant , narrow evergreen leaves and yellowish flowers the shape of bottlebrushes. This tree is so hardy that when cut down, it will quickly regrow from the stump. Originally only from Australia, tea tree, along with many eucalyptus species, have been successfully transplanted to South Africa.

ABOUT THE OIL

Tea tree essential oil is a pale yellowish-green to almost clear liquid with a warm, spicy aroma. It is distilled from the leaves of what appears as a tall grass.

Tea Tree oil is one of the most extensively researched of all the essential oils. It is unusual in its effectiveness against all three types of infectious organisms: bacteria, fungi and viruses. And is a very powerful immuno-stimulant so that when the body is threatened, Tea Tree essential oil increases its ability to respond.

The oil is now well known in natural medicine for its antimicrobial, anti-viral, and anti-fungal effects. Some of its immune supportive properties may be a result of its anti-depressant effects, as one's emotional well-being has a significant impact on the body's ability to resist infection. Tea Tree essential oil can also help soothe insect bites, but is even better used as an insect repellent; one aromatherapist claims Tea Tree is the best she's ever used. A must for the traveler's medicine kit.

Tea Tree oil is also great for enhancing home cleanliness. It can be added to your household cleansers to amplify their purifying action or used directly for a more powerful effect.

OF INTEREST

Considered a weed by the rest of the world, the Australian Aborigines long ago realized the importance of this small tree's healing attributes. The Aborigines in northeastern New South Wales have used tee tree as a healing herb for many generations. They make a poultice of the leaves to treat skin infections, cuts and wounds.

In 1923 an Australian government scientist, Dr. A. R. Penfold, conducted a study of Tea Tree essential oil and discovered it to be 12 times more potent as an antiseptic bactericide than carbolic acid (the standard at the time). Tea Tree oil became recognized, according to the British Medical Journal in 1933, as 'a powerful disinfectant, non-poisonous and non-irritating'.

After being introduced to Europe in the late 1920s, Tea Tree essential oil was included in the medical kits of the military in World War II due to its excellent antiseptic and immuno-stimulant properties.

Terpinen-4-ol

γ-Terpinene

α-Terpinene

Terpinolene

1,8-Cineole

α-Terpineol

ρ-Cymeme

α-Pinene

(+)-Aromadendrene

Ledene (viridiflorene)

δ-Cadinene

(+)-Limonene

strength | resistance | confidence

builds strength

Energetics

Strengthens the defensive Qi

Disperses wind cold conditions

warm

dry

MAIN ELEMENT: METAL (& FIRE)

Subtle Aromatherapy

Invigorates the heart and mind

Uplifts the spirit

Builds confidence

Tea tree essential oil is popular in Men’s Cologne and Aftershave.

AROMA NOTES

TOPNOTE

strong

medicinal

camphoraceous

balsamic & bittersweet

warm-spicy

fresh

strongly medicinal

camphoraceous

balsamic but bittersweet

reminiscent of nutmeg, cardamom and sweet marjoram

similar to eucalyptus, but softer

earthy undertone

BLENDS WELL WITH

Clary Sage

Clove

Geranium

Lavandin

Lavender

Lemon

Marjoram

Myrrh

Nutmeg,

Oakmoss

Pine

Rosemary

Rosewood

Thyme

Ylang Ylang

Aromatherapy, A Complete Guide to the Healing Art by Kathi Keville and Miny Green

Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit, Restoring Emotional and Mental Balance with Essential Oils by Gabriel Mojay

Essential Oil Safety, Second edition by Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young

Perfume and Flavor Materials of Natural Origin by Steffen Arctander

The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy Second Edition by Salvatore Battaglia

The Fragrant Heavens, the Spiritual Dimension of Fragrance and Aromatherapy by Valerie Ann Worwood

The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Essential Oils, The Complete Guide to the Use of Oils in Aromatherapy and Herbalism