Tea Tree

Tea tree oil is obtained by steam distillation of the leaves
of Melaleuca alternifolia.

MEDICAL USE

• Acne. Products containing Tea tree oil for the treatment of
  acne may help to reduce the number of inflamed and non-inflamed
  lesions.
• Athlete’s foot (Tinea pedis) – the anti-fungal properties of
  Tea tree oil may help in the management of this condition.
• Fungal nail infections (onychomycosis) – may also respond to
  treatment with Tea tree oil, however, more clinical research is
  required in this area.
• Dandruff. Early research reports that the use of a 5 percent
  tea tree oil solution in shampoo on mild-to-moderate dandruff may
  be effective and well tolerated
• Dental plaque/gingivitis. Some dental hygiene products such as
  mouthwash and toothpaste contain Tea-tree oil. Tea tree oil can be
  toxic when taken by mouth and therefore should not be
  swallowed.
• Head lice. There are a number of natural treatments containing
  Tea tree that may help to manage Head lice. Tea tree oil is an
  essential oil with properties that may help to destroy Head lice
  and their eggs Ask your Pharmacist for advice. 

NOTES

• Tea Tree Oil should not be consumed
• Do not apply any type of essential oil directly to the skin
  without diluting it first in a suitable carrier oil (such as almond
  oil) or moisturiser. Applying Tea tree oil directly to the skin can
  cause the skin to become dry, blister or form a rash