Botanical Name: Melaleuca alternifolia
Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Parts Used: Leave
Consistency: Thin
Perfumery Note: Top
Scent: Fresh, herbaceous, medicinal scent

The health benefits of Tea Tree Essential Oil can be attributed to its properties like anti bacterial, anti microbial, anti septic, anti viral, balsamic, cicatrisant, expectorant, fungicide, insecticide, stimulant and sudorific. Unlike the name suggest, the essential oil of Tea Tree is not extracted from the plant of common tea. Neither it is synonymous to Tea Oil, which is extracted from the seed of Tea plant. Instead, it is extracted through steam distillation of twigs and leaves of Tea Tree, whose botanical name is Melaleuca Alternifolia.

Precautions of Tea Tree Essential Oil

Do not apply to skin to be exposed to sunlight or ultraviolet light; it increases the skin’s photo sensitivity. it may irritate sensitive skin. Always test for skin sensitivity prior to widespread use and use on the feet when possible. Excessive use of any oil can lead to skin sensitization. Keep out of eyes, ears, or nose. Not all oils are created equal, so test it carefully, and it is better to avoid any essential oil throughout Pregnancy.

Materials: pure high quality tea tree essential oil