Tea Tree Melaleuca alternifolia

Tea Tree – Melaleuca alternifolia
Steam distilled from branches. Maybe good for abscesses, boils, burns, cold sores, dandruff, infected skin, impetigo, insect bites, warts, and acne. In one test it proved to be equal to or better than commercial acne products. Is said to be a wide spectrum antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, bactericidal, insect repellant, anti-fungal. It is also useful in deterring candida and yeast infections. Sex toys may benefit from being cleaned with tea tree. May also help protect from radiation burns – afterward use rose and lavender. Possible skin irritant. Sensitizing in some people. Toxic in high quantities. Do not use while pregnant, nor with babies. Very drying to the skin.