Monday, August 29, 2011

Tea Tree Oil

Lets talk about Tea Tree Oil.

Tea Tree Oil (TTO), also known as melaleuca oil, comes from the Narrow-Leaved Tea Tree found in Australia. It's a natural, essential oil that can be used for MANY medicinal and household purposes.

  1. Anti-fungal: Tea Tree Oil can be used against conditions such as Athletes foot and other fungal infections. Just rub the oil on the affected area after a proper cleaning of soap and water has been done. Apply every couple days.
  2. Antiseptic: Apply to wound after a proper cleaning to promote healing and to reduce infection.
  3. Acne: Tea Tree Oil has been known to be a natural equivalent to 5% benzoyl peroxide.
  4. Antiviral and antibacterial: known to kill MRSA and other bacteria.
    •  To make an all purpose cleaner to use around your house:
      •  place 2 drops of TTO
      • 2tbs of white vinegar
      • 1tsp of borax 
      • spray bottle with 12oz of water
      • Use on counters, floors, bathroom sinks, etc. 

Tea Tree Oil has many many other uses, of which can be found HERE.
Tea Tree Oil can be bought from any health food store and online.

!!DO NOT INGEST TEA TREE OIL!!
Tea Tree Oil is meant for topical uses on the body.

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