How to Use Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree oil has become increasingly popular for its varied uses in both beauty and health. Here is how you can use this oil to your advantage.
Topical Uses
- Mix several drops of tea tree oil with a tablespoon of honey, rub it on your face daily to help cleanse your pores.
- You can use it to help soothe and treat acne. Dilute the oil with a carrier oil, such as almond or coconut oil, before putting it on your skin, as tea tree oil can be harsh in its pure form.
- Mix a few drops of tea tree oil with an unscented lotion to create your own moisturizer.
- It can help treat dandruff, athlete’s foot and other fungal infections.
- Mix a few drops of tea tree oil with some clay to create your own face mask. It helps soothe the skin, and detoxify your pores.
- Add a few drops of tea tree oil to your shampoo or conditioner to help relieve itchy scalp.
Inhalation
- Steam Inhalation – Add a few drops of tea tree oil to a bowl of boiling water. Cover your head with a towel and breathe in the steam.
- Diffusion – Use a diffuser to disperse the oil throughout a room.
Tips
- Always dilute tea tree oil with a carrier oil before applying it to your skin to avoid any skin irritation.
- Be patient. Tea tree oil needs time to take effect.
