Tea tree oil has potent antiseptic properties. It is also known as melaleuca. Tea tree oil is mainly harvested in Australia and also is widely used since last 100 years in Australia. The benefits of tea tree oil are numerous. It has been known to destroy viruses, fungi and bacteria.

Benefits of Tea Tree oil are stupendous: It can be used for all kind of skin issues; it can be used for lice treatment; it is used in household products to kill mold; it can be diluted and used for massage; it can be used in shampoo and face wash; it can be added in lotions for extra medicinal properties.

Benefits of Tea Tree Oil are as follows:

1. Benefits of tea tree oil in cuts and infections:

Research and studies found out that tea tree oil is useful to kill staph infections. And the combination of tea tree oil with any other essential oil can be used as homemade wound healing medicine. Clean the wound or cut first, then apply this mixed oil. Bandage the area.

2. Benefits of tea tree oil to kill mould:

Tea tree oil is useful to get rid of mould infestation in your home. You can dilute tea tree oil with water and fill in a spray bottle. You can then spray this concoction on the dishwasher, washing machine and toilet.

3. Benefits of tea tree oil as a cleaner:

This is one of the best benefits of tea tree oil. It has antimicrobial compounds; it is effective in destroying bacteria.

Method to use tea tree oil as a cleaner:

Combine one glass of water with half glass of white vinegar and one teaspoon of lemon and one teaspoon of tea tree oil. Mix everything properly and pour on the spray bottle. Always shake before you spray and use this cleaner regularly.

4. Benefits of tea tree oil to treat cancer:

Tea tree oil has anti-cancer compounds. It is helpful for skin cancer or skin lesion.

Method to use tea tree oil for cancer:

Combine few drops of tea tree oil with one teaspoon of frankincense oil and raspberry oil, mix properly and apply on affected area regularly.

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5. Benefits of tea tree oil to treat acne:

Tea tree oil has become one of the sought-after ingredients for skin care products. Tea tree oil is as effective as benzoyl peroxide – an ingredient used for commercial acne treatment without its side effects.

Method to use tea tree oil to treat acne:

Combine few drops of tea tree oil with one teaspoon of jojoba oil and one small finely chopped tomato. Mix thoroughly to make a paste. Now apply on affected area. Wash off after ten minutes with water. Follow this procedure regularly for better results.

6. Benefits of tea tree oil for healthy hair:

Tea tree oil can be used and is helpful for all kind of hair. It is useful to unblock the hair follicle and gives nourishment to roots.

Method to use tea tree oil for healthy hair:

Combine two drops of tea tree oil with two teaspoons of coconut oil. Mix properly and apply on scalp and hair and massage gently for five minutes. Wash off after 30 minutes with water and shampoo. Follow this procedure regularly for better results.

7. Benefits of tea tree oil to treat ringworm and toenail fungus:

Tea tree oil can fight against fungal infections and parasites. Tea tree oil is helpful to remove warts.

Method to use tea tree oil to treat ringworm and toenail fungus:

Put a few drops of tea tree oil on a cotton swab and clean the affected area. Clean regularly with tea tree oil unless it is cured. For removing warts apply tea tree oil directly on wart twice daily till it is removed.

8. Benefits of tea tree oil as a deodorant:

Tea tree oil is used to eliminate bad body odor. Tea tree oil is antimicrobial; hence it kills the bacterium which is responsible for giving bad body odor. You can make deodorant at home with tea tree oil.

Method to use tea tree oil as a deodorant:

Combine few drops of tea tree oil with one tablespoon of coconut oil and half a teaspoon of baking soda mix properly and use on the affected area.

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You can combine few drops of tea tree oil with one teaspoon of lemon oil mix properly. And can use on the affected area and can also sprinkle some in your shoes.

9. Benefits of tea tree oil to treat eczema and psoriasis:

Tea tree oil is used to treat skin inflammation.

Method to use tea tree oil to treat eczema and psoriasis:

Combine 5 drops of tea tree oil with five drops of lavender oil and one teaspoon of coconut oil, mix properly and apply on affected area.

Precaution:

Tea tree oil is poisonous if swallowed so be careful not to consume tea tree oil internally.