Primary Benefits
Renowned for its cleansing and rejuvenating effect on the skin.
Aromatic Description
Herbaceous, green, leathery
Collection Method
Steam Distillation
Plant Part
Leaf
Main Constituents
Terpinen-4-ol, y-terpinene
doTERRA Tea Tree (Melaleuca)
Size: 15ml
Retail: £26.00
Wholesale: £19.50
PV: 22.00
Description
More commonly known as “Tea Tree, ” Melaleuca essential oil has over 92 different compounds and limitless applications. The leaves of the Melaleuca tree were used by the Aborigines of Australia for centuries. They would crush the leaves and inhale the oil to promote feelings of clear breathing and apply the leaves directly to the skin for a cooling effect. Melaleuca is best known for its purifying properties. It can be used to cleanse and purify the skin and nails and to support a healthy complexion. Taken internally, Melaleuca promotes healthy immune function*, and Melaleuca can be used on surfaces throughout the home to protect against environmental threats. Melaleuca is frequently used on occasional skin irritations to soothe the skin and diffusing Melaleuca will help purify and freshen the air.
Uses
For occasional skin irritations, apply 1–2 drops of Melaleuca essential oil onto affected area.
Apply a drop to cuts and wounds.
Add a drop to your shampoo for hair and scalp health.
Combine 1–2 drops with your facial cleanser for added cleansing properties, or apply to skin after shaving.
Apply to fingernails and toenails after showering to purify and keep nails looking healthy.
Directions for Use
Diffusion: Use three to four drops in the diffuser of choice.
Topical use: For massage, mix 5 drops with 10 ml carrier oil. For bath, mix 5 drops with 5 ml carrier oil. For perfuming, mix 1 drop to 10 drops carrier oil.
Cautions
Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.
Tea Tree blends well with…
dōTERRA Tea Tree Touch
Also available diluted with Fractionated Coconut Oil in a 10ml roller bottle is dōTERRA Tea Tree Touch
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Frequently Asked Questions about dōTERRA Tea Tree
Is doTERRA Melaleuca Tea Tree oil?
Yes doTERRA Melaleuca and doTERRA Tea Tree are the same essential oil, with a different name. The essential oil is derived from the leaves of the tea tree, Melaleuca alternifolia, native to southeast Queensland and the northeast coast of New South Wales, Australia.
Is doTERRA Tea Tree oil safe to ingest?
No, it is not recommended that you take doTERRA Tea Tree internally, but rather that you use it topically and aromatically.
What is doTERRA Melaleuca oil used for?
The aroma of doTERRA Melaleuca essential oil is fresh, green and uplifting, while the oil itself can be used daily for its cleansing and rejuvenating properties on the skin. Melaleuca essential oil features in many of our tried and tested Recipes - Hair Repair Serum, Dotty’s Potty Spray, Earthy Aftershave, Toner Face Pads, All Purpose Cleaners, Toilet Blocks, and Wet Wipes.
What are the benefits of using doTERRA Melaleuca?
Its main benefits are:
Cleansing properties
Provides reinforcing and rejuvenating benefits for the hair, skin and fingernails
Supports a healthy complexion.
Tea Tree Essential Oil Product Description
Tea Tree oil (Melaleuca oil) possesses over 92 different compounds and, as such, possesses almost endless ways it can be used for wellness. But what is Tea Tree oil? Tea Tree oil comes from the Melaleuca plant which hails from Australia, where it was a daily necessity for the ancient peoples there. The Bundjalung Aboriginal people from the coast of New South Wales would apply the leaves directly to the skin for a cooling effect. Over time, the knowledge of Melaleuca’s numerous benefits spread worldwide, leading up to its popular use today.
So, how do you use Tea Tree oil? Keep reading to learn about the benefits of Tea Tree oil and how to use Tea Tree oil in your everyday life.
Tea Tree Essential Oil Uses and Benefits
One common use of Tea Tree oil is for haircare. Many people use Tea Tree oil for hair because of its topical cleansing, rejuvenating, and purifying properties. Unlike chemical-ridden haircare products, Tea Tree oil offers a soft, gentle element to any haircare routine. If you are looking for ways to use Tea Tree oil for hair, check out our DIY Hair Detangler.
Are your makeup brushes in need of some deep cleaning? Tea Tree oil’s benefits for skin and cleansing properties come together in this Makeup Brush Cleanser with Tea Tree oil. Over time, your makeup brushes get covered in old makeup and dead skin cells. If you don’t want to be spreading that all over your face, you’ll need to give your brushes a good cleaning every once in a while. With just three simple ingredients, including Tea Tree oil, you can concoct a purifying makeup brush cleanser that will get rid of built-up gunk—restoring your makeup brushes to their former glory.
Diffusing Tea Tree oil benefits the air in your home because it purifies and and freshens as it disperses. When diffusing Tea Tree oil on its own, use three to four drops in the diffuser of your choice. Looking for a revitalising diffuser blend that will freshen and purify any room? Add two drops of Lemon, two drops of Eucalyptus, one drop of Tea Tree oil, and one drop of Peppermint to your diffuser for a rejuvenating diffuser bend that will cleanse the air and awaken your senses.
The use of Tea Tree oil as a skin cleanser and toner was first discovered by the ancient Aboriginal peoples of Australia. Today many people continue to use Tea Tree oil for skin because of these purifying and toning properties. You can achieve clean, glowing skin with the help of Tea Tree oil by simply including it in your daily skincare routine. Consider adding one to two drops of Tea Tree oil to your facial cleanser or moisturiser for added cleansing properties. Making Tea Tree oil a part of your daily skin routine will help keep your skin clean, toned, with a healthy appearance.
Tea Tree oil can also be used to help soothe occasional skin irritations. When you experience occasional skin irritations, apply one to two drops of Tea Tree oil onto the affected area, using doTERRA Fractionated Coconut Oil to dilute the oil if necessary. The skin cleansing properties of Tea Tree oil reach further than just helping with the occasional skin irritation, so it is a good idea to make Tea Tree oil a regular part of your skincare routine.
The same purifying properties in Tea Tree oil can also be very helpful for cleaning surfaces—especially throughout the home. Tea Tree oil is a good choice for homemade cleaners due to its ability to protect against environmental and seasonal threats. If you want an effective homemade cleaner, add a few drops of Tea Tree oil to a spray bottle with water and use on surfaces throughout the house. This mixture will help protect you and your family against environmental threats, and purify all your surfaces with the herbaceous, green scent of Tea Tree oil.
The purifying properties of Tea Tree oil aren’t just good for hair and skin, you can also use Melaleuca oil to keep your fingernails and toenails looking and feeling healthy. Reap the benefits of Tea Tree oil for nails by applying some oil to your fingernails and toenails after you get out of the shower. When using Tea Tree oil topically, first dilute with doTERRA Fractionated Coconut Oil to prevent against any skin sensitivity, and then apply a few drops to your skin.
Looking for additional Tea Tree oil uses? Take a look at some of our favourite Tea Tree oil DIYs:
Yoga Mat Spray with Tea Tree oil
Diaper Cream with Tea Tree oil
After Sun Soothing Spray with Tea Tree oil
DIY Foot Lotion with Peppermint Oil and Tea Tree oil
Washing Machine Cleaner with Tea Tree oil
DIY Shaving Cream with Tea Tree oil
Plant Description
With roughly 250 species, Melaleuca is most typically found in Australia. Melaleuca oil, or Tea Tree oil, is extracted from the leaves of Melaleuca shrubs or trees, which have a strong aroma when rubbed. Tea Tree oil is produced through the process of steam distillation where steam and pressure are used to release chemical components from the plant—pulling out the essential oil.
Fun Fact:
Bungwalbin Creek in Australia is surrounded by Australian tea trees and is held sacred by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. As the sticky tea tree oil leaves fell into the creek, they created waters that natives still consider “magical waters” today.
Chemistry of Tea Tree Essential Oil
Main Chemical Components: Terpinen-4-ol, y-terpinene
The chemical makeup of Tea Tree oil proves why the oil is so useful topically for cleansing and aromatically for uplifting purposes. The main chemical constituents of Melaleuca are terpinen-4-ol, gamma-terpinene, and alpha-terpinene. Terpinen-4-ol is a monoterpenoid alcohol, and gives Tea Tree oil its toning or harmonising aromatic characteristics. Gamma-terpinene and alpha-terpinene are monoterpenes, which are known to be uplifting when diffused.
Learn more about Tea Tree oil benefits and uses by watching the video below: