Tea Tree (Melaleuca Alternifolia) Essential Oil

Safety First

Absolutely Natural uses organically grown Tea tree essential oil from Australia. The oil is steam distilled from the leaves, and from there it will have a shelf life of up to three years. When using Tea Tree essential oil, be sure of the source because some related oils, possibly with a slightly different name, could have different components and may not deliver the expected benefits.

Pure, fresh Tea tree essential oil is safe to use at a concentration of 10% on the skin. However, old or oxidized Tea tree essential oil can cause skin irritation and sensitization. Store all oils and blends in a dark, cool place and make sure they smell fresh before use for the best results.

How Does It Work

In a similar class as Lavender, Tea tree essential oil is one of the more popular essential oils and can be seen in many products. This is because of its proven benefits and wide range of uses. Absolutely Natural understands that the chemistry of this oil is essential to its function and carefully checks our source to ensure the best benefits. Tea tree essential oil contains about 20% γ-terpene and 40% terpinene-4-ol and an entourage of other minor components. Quite a bit of Tea tree’s benefits can be attributed to the high concentration of terpinene-4-ol.

Terpinen-4-ol is a naturally occurring compound and one of the primary constituents of Tea Tree essential oil. In laboratory research, it has been observed to contribute significantly to the antimicrobial activity of the oil, helping Tea Tree maintain its clean, fresh, and aromatic character in formulations. Terpinen-4-ol is part of a group of chemical components called terpenes, which are responsible for many of the distinctive scents and natural properties of plant-derived essential oils.

Where the essential oil originates in the plant can be quite interesting and let us know intuitively how to use the oil. Tea tree essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves. The leaves are the lungs of the plant, and the part of the plant that is most interactive with the world. Aboriginal people in Australia used the plant for much the same reasons we do today.

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Fun Fact

Tea Tree essential oil is steam-distilled from the leaves of the Melaleuca alternifolia plant, native to Australia. Its crisp, herbaceous aroma has been valued for generations in traditional practices and is now widely used in aromatherapy. Interestingly, the Melaleuca leaves themselves are hardy and resilient, producing the oil as part of their natural defense mechanisms, which gives the essential oil its distinctive aromatic profile.

Best For

• Adding a crisp, herbaceous aroma to blends
• Diffusing for a clean, refreshing scent
• Creating and invigorating and uplifting atmosphere

Common Uses

• Diffusing to enjoy its fresh, herbaceous scent
• Blending with other essential oils for aromatherapy
• Mixing with a Carrier Oil for use on skin