Medicinal and Household Uses for Tea Tree Oil

Melaleuca Oil, more commonly known as  Tee Tree oil is an essential oil that is native to New South Wales  Australia. Tee Tree Oil has long been used for its antifungal and antiseptic properties, but it has many household uses as well. When my children were growing up it was used for everything from cleaning sick rooms to fighting acne.

Gum/Label Remover  

Put a few drops of Tea Tree oil on a cotton ball and use to remove chewing gum or stubborn stickers/labels.

All Purpose Cleaner

Using a spray bottle that is nearly full of water, add a couple of tbsp of white vinegar, a drop or two of liquid dish detergent and a few drops of Tea Tree Oil. Use on all non-porous surfaces.

Room Deodorizer

Mix a few drops of Tea Tree Oil with water and put into a small misting bottle. It will leave the air fresh smelling and help control germs.

Toothache

Put 2-3 of drops of Tea Tree Oil on a painful tooth and let sit for a minute or two to relieve the pain. * DO NOT SWALLOW

Acne

Dab a little Tea Tree Oil on affected areas of skin before bedtime. Repeated use will eliminate acne. The oil also helps to remove old layers of dead skin so your skin looks soft and even.

Athletes Foot

Add ½ tsp of Tea Tree Oil to a warm foot bath and soak for 15 minutes. Repeat daily.

Lice

Add a few drops of Tea Tree Oil to your child`s head while shampooing. Not only will it help eliminate the lice, but will leave hair super shiny and easy to manage. (Will smell nice too)

Insect Bites

Dab a little Tea Tree Oil on an insect bite to stop the itching and burning.

Massage

Mix a few drops of Tea Tree Oil with a carrier oil and use for a relaxing massage.

Humidifier

Tee Tree oil can be used in humidifiers instead of eucalypts oil or menthol.

Cold or Flu

Add 1 tsp of Tea Tree Oil to a warm bath at the first signs of cold/flu. The oil will induce sweating and help to prevent the cold/flu from completely developing.

Dandruff

Add a few drops to your lather every time you shampoo. Flakes will disappear and hair will be healthy and shiny.

Warning: Never take Tea Tree Oil internally.