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  Tea Tree Oil Exposed - Information and Products - Tea Tree Oil Use
Tea Tree Oil is an all natural skin care treatment used to treat a variety of ailments.
Tea Tree Oil is becoming more and more popular among individuals searching for all natural solutions to everyday skin care problems.
Melaleuca Oil not only provides treatment for human conditions, it is also widely used for the treatment of pets and livestock for not only physical ailments but also as a flea and pest control.
www.tea-tree-oil-use.com   (463 words)

  
  Tea tree oil - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Tea tree oil should also not be confused with tea oil, the sweetish seasoning and cooking oil from pressed seeds of the tea plant Camellia sinensis or the tea oil plant Camellia oleifera.
Currently, tea tree oil is obtained by steam distillation of the leaves.
Tea tree oil is a known antifungal agent, effective in vitro against multiple dermatophytes found on the skin.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Tea_tree_oil   (763 words)

  
 Tea tree oil (Melaleuca alternifolia [Maiden & Betche] Cheel) - MayoClinic.com
Tea tree oil is obtained by steam distillation of the leaves of Melaleuca alternifolia.
When used topically, tea tree oil is reported to be mildly irritating, and has been associated with the development of allergic contact dermatitis, which may limit its potential as a topical agent for some patients.
Tea tree oil has activity against some viruses in laboratory studies, and it has been suggested that a tea tree gel may be useful as a treatment on the skin for genital herpes.
www.mayoclinic.com /health/tea-tree-oil/NS_patient-teatreeoil   (2194 words)

  
 About Australian Tea Tree Oil
It is a volatile essential oil obtained by steam distillation of freshly harvested foliage of the Australian Tea Tree.
Tea tree oil is inhaled using diffusers or vaporizers to clear up sinuses or bronchial congestion, and to help with colds and influenza, asthma, coughs, whooping cough, and viral infections.
Australian tea tree oil is used in Europe as an ingredient of many medicinal products such as antiseptics, skin creams and disinfectants, as well as in creams and lotions to treat insect bites, acne, athlete’s foot and a host of other bacterial infections.
www.radonseal.com /molds/tea-tree.htm   (1824 words)

  
 Tea Tree Oil Shampoo from Raztec, LLC
The story goes that the Bundjalung aborigines living in the bush country would pick tea tree leaves, which were coated with the wondrous oil, and rub the leaf on their skin to relieve cuts, bites, burns and other skin ailments.
These pools were surrounded by tea trees; their bronze color came from the oil dripping from the tea tree leaves into the water.
Tea tree oil stands out among natural herbal remedies and has proven repeatedly that it is truly a medicine kit in a bottle.
www.raztec.com /teatree.html   (424 words)

  
 Tea Tree Oil
Tea Tree oil products are now increasingly sought after as extensive scientific studies over recent years have shown it to be effective against bacterial, viral and fungal organisms whilst being a powerful immuno-stimulant, increasing the body's ability to fight off illness or infection.
Tea Tree is one of only two essential oils (Lavender being the other) which can be used neat on the skin in small amounts.
During prolonged or debilitating illness blend 3 - 6 drops of Tea Tree Oil in 2 teaspoons of vegetable carrier oil for an immune-boosting massage.
www.scent-by-nature.co.uk /teatree.htm   (1033 words)

  
 Tea Tree Oil   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Called the "first aid kit in a bottle," Tea Tree Oil is known to grow in only one place in the world yet has been used to treat a myriad of health conditions in both animals and humans alike.
It was discovered in 1770, although studies were not done on the tree's oils until 1923 when the full properties of the oil were realized by scientists and researchers.
The oil is said to offer sore and injured muscles and joints relief when either rubbed directly on the aching area or diluted in water as a bath soak.
www.holistic2u.net /catalog/tea_tree_oil.htm   (620 words)

  
 Tea Tree Oil
Tea Tree Oil was originally harvested from natural bush environments and first used by the Native Aboriginals for medicinal purposes.
Tea Tree & E Face & Body Wash by Derma E - 8oz.
Tea Tree & E Oil by Derma E - 1oz.
www.911healthshop.com /teatreeoil.html   (470 words)

  
 Tea Tree Oil   (Site not responding. Last check: )
In 1955 the United States Dispensatory stated that tea tree oil was actively germicidal, with an antiseptic action 11 to 13 times that of carbolic acid (also known as phenol, a commonly used antiseptic that is toxic and an irritant).
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.
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.
www.socal.com /artman/publish/printer_450.shtml   (2210 words)

  
 Tea Tree Oil - Travel - Recreation
Tea tree oil is not to be taken internally.
Tea tree oil is very handy to have along on any travel, camping and recreation trips.
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.
www.teatreeoiluses.com /travel.htm   (489 words)

  
 Tea Tree Oil   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Tea Tree Oil is one of the most popular essential oils on the market.
Tea Tree oil is mild enough to use undiluted on the skin and also extremely effective against bacteria, fungus, yeast, and many other microbial infections.
Amrita's Tea Tree is very high quality with a 40% terpinon-4-ol content and a maximum cineol content of 3%.
www.amrita.net /teatree.htm   (439 words)

  
 Tea Tree Oil   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Tea Tree Oil (Skin) has been referred to as "the wonder from Down Under." It comes from the melaleuca tree, which is native to Australia and has long been used by the aborigines.
Legend has it the tree was first introduced to Europeans by Captain Cook, who, with his sailors, made tea from the leaves while on a voyage to Australia -- hence the name tea tree.
The trees do not need to be harvested in order for their oil to be extracted; in fact, some trees have provided their oil for over 60 years.
1001herbs.com /teatree-oil   (319 words)

  
 Tea Tree Oil News
The Tea Tree Oil got its name from the British Explorers who observed the Aborigines brewing leaves of the tree to make a tea that was used to cure various ailments.
Often used in aromatherapy, Tea Tree Oil incorporated in massage lotions, bath oils, diffusers, compresses and facial masks produces a soothing and relaxing effect which is successful in relieving stress related conditions.
Tea Tree Oil in the pure oil form is termed "a medicine kit in a bottle" relieving discomfort from numerous physical conditions.
www.drdshcp.com /teatree.html   (588 words)

  
 Tea Tree Oil   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Melaleuca alternifolia, or tea tree, is part of the myrtle family and grows in the northeastern part of Australia.
Tea tree oil is obtained by distilling the leaves of the tea tree.
Tea tree oil is available in the oil form, and it is available in several cosmetic formulations including lotions, shampoo and conditioner, toothpaste, mouthwash, soaps, facial cleansers, blemish sticks, and deodorants.
www.akins.com /HH/TEATREE.HTM   (300 words)

  
 Tea Tree Oil
Patients received either 5% tea tree oil gel or 5% benzoyl peroxide lotion to be used once daily.
The results of this study prove that 5°/O tea tree oil gel is effective in the treatment of acne, but less effective than 5% benzoyl peroxide lotion because of TTO s slower onset of action.
These results, while performed in-vitro, suggest that tea tree oil may be a viable alternative to mupirocin in the prevention of mechanical MRSA spread.
www.geocities.com /chadrx/teatree.html   (994 words)

  
 Tea Tree Oil
Tea Tree Oil has been referred to as "the wonder from Down Under." It comes from the melaleuca tree, which is native to Australia and has long been used by the aborigines.
Legend has it the tree was first introduced to Europeans by Captain Cook, who, with his sailors, made tea from the leaves while on a voyage to Australia--hence the name tea tree.
Tea tree oil is nice to have on hand for its proven abilities.
www.soulhealer.com /1777-1.htm   (346 words)

  
 Tea Tree Oil - Toxic to Cats
It is a colourless or pale yellow oil obtained by steam distillation of the freshly harvested leaves of Melaleuca alternifolia (Australian Tea Tree).
Tea tree oil appears to be neuro-, hepatic- and nephro- toxic at a minimum to cats, a little like drinking anti-freeze.
I applied the Tea Tree Oil and when I checked on her a number of hours later she was uncoordinated (walking like a drunk), weak, and was suffering from hypothermia.
www.messybeast.com /teatree.htm   (8551 words)

  
 Tea Tree Essential Oil
Tea tree oil is the essential oil steam distilled from the Australian plant Melaleuca alternifolia.
Essential oil of tea tree is a powerful antiseptic which kills most bacteria, and is a broad spectrum antifungal.
Sprinkle a few drops of tea tree oil on a handkerchief or pillow — or inhale 20 drops of tea tree oil in a bowl of hot water to relieve the discomfort of colds and ‘flu.
www.eurekaoils.com /category4_1.htm   (205 words)

  
 Pure tea tree oil.
Tea tree oil is extracted from Melaleuca alternifolia from the Myrtaceae family and also known as ti-tree, ti-trol and melasol.
Tea tree oil is very important in the health of the immune system as it acts as a immuno-stimulant and increase the body's ability to fight off any infections while it also is used to revive the mind and body after shock.
Neat tea tree oil can irritate the skin, but can be used neat on small areas such as insect bites, on badly inflamed acne or on small areas of fungal infection.
www.ageless.co.za /teatreeoil.htm   (867 words)

  
 Tea Tree
Tea tree oil (melaleuca oil) is being marketed for the treatment of  many disorders in humans and in animals.
I have numerous reports on file of toxic reactions from tea tree oil being used topically to treat fleas in animals, and  one case of avian poisoning.
The owner of a lovebird applied one drop of tea tree oil to a bleeding blood feather of her lovebird.
www.exoticbird.com /gillian/teatree.html   (779 words)

  
 MotherNature.com - Tea Tree
A double-blind trial found that a 10% tea tree oil cream was as effective as anti-fungal medicine at improving symptoms associated with athlete’s foot, though it was not more effective than a placebo for eliminating the fungal infection.
Oil at a strength of 70–100% should be applied moderately at least twice per day to the affected areas of skin or nail.
For thrush in immune-compromised adults, tea tree oil diluted to 5% or less is used in the amount of 1 tablespoon (15 ml) four times daily (as a mouth rinse).
www.mothernature.com /Library/Ency/Index.cfm?id=2173003   (1007 words)

  
 Tea Tree Oil
It is steam distilled from the Australian native Melaleuca alternifolia or tea tree, indigenous to the moist coastal forests of north-eastern New South Wales.
Tea Tree Oil can safely be applied direct to mouth ulcers or a few drops in water gargled, but it is not recommended for internal use without medical supervision.
Tea Tree Oil is a strong pure concentrate known as an essential oil and very little is needed to achieve results, therefore it should be used sparingly.
www.healthyhighway.com /Products/HH307/HH307.htm   (822 words)

  
 Tea Tree Article   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Tea tree oil mixed with other essential oils is especially good as a scalp treatment for relieving dandruff.
It is not necessary to use much oil; I once had a call from a woman who added an entire ounce to her tub, sat in hot water and her skin turned bright red.
Reports indicate that using tea tree oil in dental hygiene and in surgery show it to be an extremely effective antiseptic.
aztec.asu.edu /makingscents/articles/Tea_Tree_Article/tea_tree_article.html   (1014 words)

  
 Tea Tree Oil - 100% Pure
As an antiseptic it is use for general skin care, spots, acne and flheads etc. As a general disinfectant it is especially useful for respiratory or genito-urinary tract infections i.e.
Tea Tree has been used for ringworm, athletes foot, thrush (candida).
Tea Tree has been used to help with common infectious diseases such as measles, chicken pox, flu, cold and shingles, as well as other viral complaints i.e.
www.tea-tree-oil.net   (142 words)

  
 Tea Tree Oil   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Tea Tree Oil is a pure, natural essential oil, which has been used by the Bundjalung Aborigines in Australia for centuries.
Tea Tree Oil is available in ointment form for easy topical application, as lozenges for mouth ulcers or oral infections, in lip balm, deodorant, soaps and body lotions.
Tea Tree Oil shampoo used regularly is a good prevention against those nasty summer lice outbreaks.
filebox.vt.edu /n/niswanso/backup/teatree.htm   (287 words)

  
 Tea Tree Oil/Melaleuca   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Tea tree oil has some interesting research demonstrating it to be an effective antimicrobial agent.
A study of 119 patients using 5% tea tree oil in a gel base versus 5% benzoyl peroxide lotion was discussed.
It appears that almost all of the tea tree oil products on the market contain little more than a 1% concentration, if that, which is probably not enough to be of much help for breakouts.
www.cosmeticscop.com /learn/article.asp?PAGETYPE=ART&REFER=SKIN&ID=51   (460 words)

  
 What is tea tree oil?
Tea tree oil's major active component is terpinen-4-ol (typically 30-40%).
This compound is responsible for tea tree oil's antibacterial and antifungal properties.
The growing of tea trees is carefully managed to ensure that the plantation's natural environment is undisturbed.
www.uq.net.au /~zzttrees/teatreeoil.html   (391 words)

  
 Tea Tree Oil Better Nutrition - Find Articles   (Site not responding. Last check: )
The tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia), a member of the Myrtaceae family, shares its roots with its cousin, the eucalyptus tree, as a native of northern New South Wales, Australia.
During World War II, tea tree oil was added to machine "cutting" oils used in Australian munition factories to reduce the frequency of infections occurring from workers cutting their hands on sharp metal filings.
Tea tree oil was so widely accepted as an effective germicide that it was standard issue in Australian Army and Naval first-aid kits.
www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_m0FKA/is_7_61/ai_55072689   (409 words)

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