Tea Tree Oil
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An aromatic oil associated with Melaleuca alternifolia. Confirm whether the supplied product is an essential oil or a diluted blend.
What's in it
Terpinen-4-ol is a characteristic natural oil component.
Terpinen-4-ol
The principal active. The standard requires at least thirty per cent.
1,8-cineole
Capped at fifteen per cent by the standard — it is the irritant fraction.
Gamma-terpinene
A major component of the volatile fraction.
Alpha-terpineol
Present in smaller amounts.
How it works
Sensory character: The named oil carries the concentrated scent of its plant. Traditional use: It is associated with external skin-care preparations. A correctly prepared finished product determines how it is used.
In the tradition
Used in external skin-care preparations.
Essential oils are concentrated aromatic preparations.
- 1Dilute before use: 1–2 drops per teaspoon of carrier oil (such as jojoba, coconut or olive).
- 2Never apply undiluted to skin, and do not take internally.
- 3Patch test before first use.
- Do not swallow.
- Avoid eyes; patch-test suitable diluted products.
- Keep away from children; peppermint near young children can affect breathing.
For external use only. Patch test before first use, and stop if any irritation develops.
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