Tea Tree Essential Oil Spec.

Latin name: Melaleuca Alternifolia. Extraction method: steam distillationIn ancient times, the leaves of the tree were used to make tea, hence the name tea tree.In the old days, the leaves of the tree were used to make tea, hence the name tea tree.Latin name: tea tree.Latin name: tea tree.Origin: Australia Tea tree essential oil is a concentrated liquid compound distilled from the leaves of the Melaleuca alternifolia tree, which is native to the northeast coast of New South Wales, Australia. The oil has antiseptic and antifungal properties due to constituents called terpenoids and is now used in a wide range of cosmetics.Tea Tree Essential Oil is said to be good for relieving colds, coughs and flu. It is also great for treating acne, fungal infections, dandruff, vaginal infections and haemorrhoids. It is known to soothe aching muscles and heal joint injuries. Added to bath water it helps fight bacteria. Tea tree oil should not be used internally. It is usually only recommended for adults and should be kept away from children and pets. Tea tree has been known for its healing properties in eastern Australia since ancient times. Australian Aborigines have used the crushed leaves for centuries to heal cuts, burns, ulcers and infections. They have used it to relieve coughs and colds by inhaling the oils from the leaves and to relieve sore throats in the form of tea. This essential oil became known in Europe between 1920 and 1930, when it began to be used for its antimicrobial properties.