Tea Tree - Melaleuca alternifolia

History: The aboriginal people of Australia have long used Tea tree; similarly,and it has developed an excellent reputation for use within the field of aromatherapy. In World War II, the producers and the cutters of Tea Tree were exempt from military service until enough essential oil had been accumulated to accommodate the impact of the war. It was a highly valued product as it was issued to each soldier and sailor as part of their kit in order to treat tropical infections and infected wounds.

Characteristics: Tea Tree has a fresh, antiseptic and medicinal scent. It also has characteristic minty, woody, and camphorous notes.

Clinical Studies:

Indications:  Tea Tree is a high-grade therapeutic oil, and is best known as a very powerful immune stimulant. It can help to fight all three categories of infectious organisms (bacteria, fungi, and viruses), and there is evidence that Tea Tree massages prior to an operation may help to fortify the body and reduce post-operative shock. Used in vapor therapy, Tea Tree can help with colds, measles, sinusitis and viral infections. For skin and hair, Tea Tree has been used to combat acne, oily skin, head lice and dandruff. As essential oils have become more accepted by the public, the use of Tea Tree has increased significantly. This can be readily evidenced by the commercial products now using Tea Tree Essential Oil. 

Personality Profile:

Subtle Aromatherapy:

Mode of Administration: Aroma lamp, bath, compress, diffusor, douche, inhaler, light bulb ring, liquid candle, massage, salve, steam inhalation.

Safety: Tea Tree may cause dermal sensitization in some people. Do not take internally.

References:
Battaglia, S.  The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy; Third Edition The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Australia, 2017
Tisserand R. Young R.  Essential Oil Safety, second edition.  Churchhill Livingstone, UK, 2013
Sheppard-Hanger S. The Aromatherapy Practitioner Reference Manual.  Atlantic Institute of Aromatherapy, USA, 2000
Caddy R. Essential Oils in Colour.  Amberwood Publishing, UK, 2005
Lawless J. The encyclopaedia of Essential Oils.  Element Books Limited, GB, 1992
Caddy R. the Essential Blending Guide.  Amberwood Publishing, UK, 2007
Weaver W.W. Sauer’s Herbal Cures.  Routledge, UK, 2001
World Wide Web Encyclopedia Britannica. USA, 2014
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Safety Considerations:
        Do not take essential oils internally.
        Do not apply to eyes, sensitive areas or mucous membranes.
        Do not apply undiluted to skin (for directions on proper dilution refer to an aromatherapy text).
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