Tea Tree Chinese Essential Oil

Description

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Botanical Name: Melaleuca alternifolia

Plant Part: Leaves

Extraction Method: Steam

Origin: China

Description: Although tea tree is indigenous to Australia, it is grown in many parts of the world including China. The Chinese tea tree plant is a small shrub with needle-like leaves similar to that of the Australian variety.

Color: Pale yellow to colorless

Common Uses: Tea tree essential oil is best known for its antimicrobial activities. It contains the compound Terpinen-4-ol which is thought to be the responsible for fighting all three categories of infectious organisms (Bacteria, Fungi, and Viruses). Tea tree essential oil can be used to combat a variety of ailments including acne, dandruff, athlete’s foot, lice, eczema and psoriasis. It is also an ingredient in creams, ointments, lotions, soaps, and shampoos.

Consistency: Thin

Note: Middle

Strength of Aroma: Medium to Strong

Blends well with: Tea Tree essential oil blends particularly well with Cinnamon, Clary sage, Clove, Geranium, Lavender, Lemon, Myrrh, Nutmeg, Rosewood, Rosemary and Thyme.

Aromatic Scent: Tea Tree essential oil has a fresh, camphorous odor.

History: Historically, the leaves were used as a substitute for tea, which is how tea tree oil got its name. It was first used by the aboriginals in Australia to treat cuts, burns and any type of infection. It has since become a very popular oil and is used world wide.