Tea Tree
Melaleuca alternifolia

Plant Origin: Austrailia
Extraction Method: Steam distilled from leaves
Actual Key Constituents:
Terpinen-4-ol 40.01%
gamma-Terpinene 19.86%
alpha-Terpinene 10.10%
Terpinolene 4.01%
1,8-Cineole 3.55%
alpha-Terpineol 2.90%
delta-3-Carene 1.99%

Indications:
Anti-infectious, antibacterial (large spectrum action of gram positive and gram negative bacteria), antifungal, antiviral, antiparasitic, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, immunostimulant, cardiotonic, decongestant of the veins, reduces phlebitis, neurotonic, analgesic, and protects against radiation.

Tea Tree is highly regarded as an antimicrobial and antiseptic essential oil. It has high levels of terpinenol, which is the key active constituent.

Tea Tree may help athlete’s foot, fungal infections, bronchitis, respiratory infections, gum disease, rash, sore throat, sunburn, tonsillitis, vaginal thrush, acne, burns, candida, cold sores, inflammation, viral infections, ingrown nails, warts, and wounds (promotes healing).

Application:
Topical: Apply topically on areas where the skin is broken, including cuts, scrapes, burns, rashes, and infection - may need to dilute.

Inhalation: Diffuse to purify and dispel odors.

Internal: Tea Tree is safe to take internally, but it is advised to dilute with a vegetable oil, (although most don’t feel that this is necessary).

Tea Tree is regarded as safe to use on children and pets.

Heritage Essential Oil blends with Tea Tree:
Bacteria Top Gun
Chronic Fatigue
Citrus Quench
Cleansing
Complexion
Doggy Ears
Diabetes Massage
Earache Relief
Fungal Spray
Mold Buster
MRSA-X
Muscle Relax
No Lice!
Parasite Free
Purify
Ringworm B Gone
Sniff-less
Staph B Gone
Tender Tissue Spray
Thrush Relief
Toe Fungus

 
Safety:
Avoid eye contact. In case of accidental contact, put a few drops of any pure vegetable oil in the eye. Water will not adequately dilute the oil. We’ve never known this to cause permanent injury or long-term discomfort, but if you feel concerned, please call your doctor if necessary.