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7 Benefits of Tea Tree Oil

7 Benefits of Tea Tree Oil

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The smell of tea tree oil is unmistakable. A lot has been written about this anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial agent. Top dermatologists say it is best to dilute tea tree oil with rosehip or argan oil. Tea tree oil has been used for centuries by Aborigines. They used the oil  to treat coughs and colds. Tea tree oil contains a number of compounds shown to contain materials that kill bacteria and fungus.

Here is what tea tree oil can do for you:

  1. Hand Sanitizer: In this day and age when we need to disinfect and sanitize, tea tree oil makes an ideal hand sanitizer. Studies have shown that when tea tree oil is added to hand wash, it boosts effectiveness against E.coli. Tea tree oil also kills several common bacteria and viruses responsible for causing illness.
  2. Insect Repellant:  Studies have shown that tea tree oil in some cases worked better as an insect repellant than other substances.
  3. Natural Deodorant:  Tea tree oil contains compounds that fight bacteria responsible for body odor. It can also be used to make a safe and effective deodorant.
  4. Tea tree oil also acts as an antiseptic for minor cuts and scrapes. It does this by killing the bacteria that causes infections. Tea Tree Oil may also help relieve inflamed skin and reduce the severity of itching.
  5. Fight Acne: When acne attacks, it can steal your self confidence and your self esteem. You don’t have to struggle too much though, tea tree oil can be a powerful weapon as studies have shown that it helps to reduce the amount and overall severity of acne.
  6. Chemical Free Mouthwash: Research shows that tree tea oil may fight germs that cause tooth decay and bad breath. According to healthline.com, to make your own chemical free mouthwash, simply add a drop of tea tree oil to a cup of warm water. Like other mouthwashes, tea tree oil should not be swallowed. It can be toxic if ingested.
  7. Finally, tea tree oil makes a great all-purpose cleaner that also sanitizes. Tea tree oil can be mixed with water and vinegar to create a chemical free, all purpose cleaner for your home.

 

 

 

 

Culled from Healthline.com 

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