tea tree

certified organic essential oil

Botanical name

Melaleuca alternifolia

Origin

Australia

Method of extraction

Steam distillation

Major constituents

A typical chemical composition of Tea Tree Essential Oil: a-pinene (2.1%), b-pinene (0.4%), sabinene (0.2%), myrcene (0.4%), a-phellandrene (0.8%), a-terpinene (7.1%), limonene (1.4%), 1,8-cineole (3.0%), g-terpinene (15.7%), p-cymene (6.2%), terpinolene (3.4%), linalool (0.2%), terpinen-4-ol (45.4%), a-terpineol (5.3%).

Actions

Body

Tea Tree Essential Oil can be used as an inhalation for the temporary relief of respiratory problems such as coughs and colds, flu, sinusitis and mucous congestion.

Skin

Tea Tree Essential Oil will provide temporary relief from the symptoms of eczema, cold sores and rashes. It will assist and promote the healing of wounds and minor cuts and soothe insect bites.

Mind

The fresh scent of Tea Tree Essential Oil is purifying and cleansing.

Spirit

Tea Tree is recommended for dispersing wind cold conditions. Wind cold is characterised as the onset of respiratory tract infections with aches and pain.

How to use

Adults: Add 5 drops to an oil vaporiser or bath or 5 drops to every 10ml carrier oil, 1-3 times daily. Children: Half the adult dose.

Cautions

Considered to be non-toxic, non-irritant and non-sensitising. Not to be used on children under two years of age, without medical advice.

Storage conditions

Store below 30°C and protected from light.

Item	Price	Quantity
5ml	$8.95