Tea Tree Essential Oil
Tea tree(melaleuca alternifolia)
Botanical Family: Myrtaceae (myrtle)
Plant origin: Australia
Extraction Method: Steam distilled from leaves
Key constituents:
Gamma Terpinene (10-28%)
Alpha-Terpinene (5-13%)
1,8 Cineole (Eucalyptol) (0-15%)
Alpha-Terpineol (1.5-12%)
Para-Cymene (0.5-12%)
Terpinenol-4 (30-45%)
Limonene (0.5-4%)
Aromadendrene (trace-7%)
Delta-Cadinene (trace-8%)
Alpha Pinene (1-6%)
Historical Data: Highly regarded as an antimicrobial and antiseptic essential oil. It has High levels of terpinen-4-ol.
Medical Properties: Powerful antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, antiparasitic, anti-inflammatory
Uses: Fungal Infections (Candida, ringworm), sinus/ lung infections) tooth/gum disease, water retention/hypertension, skin conditions (acne, sores)
Fragrant Influence: Promotes cleansing and purity.
Application: Dilute 1 part EO with 1 part VO; (1) apply 2-4 drops on location, temples, neck (2) Chakras/vitaflex points (3) directly inhale, (4) diffuse, or (5) take as a dietary supplement
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