Tea Tree Oil
In my quest for more natural remedies, I came across a website that gives some great information about tea tree oil and how to use it for every day health and beauty care. So after reading about the shampoo and deep hair moisturizer treatment, the psoriasis, fungus issues, acne solutions and bug bite remedy; it got me thinking.
How else can I use tea tree oil?
Well, I am going to find out soon, because... yes, I bought some!
Benefits
According to the Dr Axe website these are some of the uses for tea tree oil:
- Acne
- Bacterial infections
- Chickenpox
- Cold sores
- Congestion and respiratory tract infections
- Earaches
- Fungal infections (especially Candida, jock itch, athlete’s foot and toenail fungus)
- Halitosis (bad breath)
- Head lice
- MRSA
- Psoriasis
- Dry cuticles
- Itchy insect bites, sores and sunburns
- Boils from staph infections
List of how tea tree oil can replace store-bought products in your home:
- Anti-microbial laundry freshener
- Insect repellant
- Natural deodorant
- Acne face wash
- Removes foot order
- Removes mold
- Household cleaner
How I Plan On Using Tea Tree Oil
- Sensitive skin- my husband has sensitive skin and breaks out in odd rashes with pimply or boil like bumps, so I am thinking about adding some tea tree oil to my next batch of homemade soap.
Since it has anti-fungal and fights bacterial infections, I think this may aid his skin problem.
I can also make a cream mixture out of the tea tree oil and coconut oil and use as a paste when he has these weird break-outs for an immediate relief. I read that if you mix one drop of tea tree oil with one teaspoon coconut oil, apply a directly to the cut or area it can help heal faster than Neosporin. So I'm willing... if he's willing. - Flu season coughs and colds- since tea tree oil is known for its power as a nasal decongestant, I found a cool recipe for what I see as homemade Vapor Rub.
"Simply mix 3 drops of tea tree oil with 2 drops of peppermint and 2 drops of eucalyptus oil with 2 tablespoons of melted coconut oil. Pour into a lip balm tin and allow it to cool. Apply sparingly under nose when needed." - Achy muscles in a hot bath- NOW this is something both myself and my husband can benefit from. A hot, luxurious bath with Epsom salt and some tea tree oil to soothe away the soreness of the day.
Everyday Roots has so many more ideas, but I wanted to share the ones I knew we would use.
Concerns
The only concern that I noticed in my research was that some people who have sensitive skin may notice a rash develop. Tea Tree Oil can be a tad strong, so when using it's best to start with a smaller dose/amount to see how your skin will react.
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