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Tea Tree Chinese Essential Oil
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Botanical Name: Melaleuca alternifolia
Plant Part: Leaves
Extraction Method: Steam
Origin: China
Description: Although tea tree is indigenous to Australia, it is grown in many parts of the world including China. The Chinese tea tree plant is a small shrub with needle-like leaves similar to that of the Australian variety.
Color: Pale yellow to colorless
Common Uses: Tea tree essential oil is best known for its antimicrobial activities. It contains the compound Terpinen-4-ol which is thought to be the responsible for fighting all three categories of infectious organisms (Bacteria, Fungi, and Viruses). Tea tree essential oil can be used to combat a variety of ailments including acne, dandruff, athlete’s foot, lice, eczema and psoriasis. It is also an ingredient in creams, ointments, lotions, soaps, and shampoos.
Consistency: Thin
Note: Middle
Strength of Aroma: Medium to Strong
Blends well with: Tea Tree essential oil blends particularly well with Cinnamon, Clary sage, Clove, Geranium, Lavender, Lemon, Myrrh, Nutmeg, Rosewood, Rosemary and Thyme.
Aromatic Scent: Tea Tree essential oil has a fresh, camphorous odor.
History: Historically, the leaves were used as a substitute for tea, which is how tea tree oil got its name. It was first used by the aboriginals in Australia to treat cuts, burns and any type of infection. It has since become a very popular oil and is used world wide.
Disclaimer:
Please note, the International Federation of Aromatherapists do not recommend that Essential Oils be taken internally unless under the supervision of a Medical Doctor who is also qualified in clinical Aromatherapy.
The information on the New Directions Aromatics Website is obtained from current and reliable sources but makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. Nothing contained herein should be considered as a recommendation by New Directions Aromatics as to the fitness for any use.
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Cautions: Tea Tree essential oil may cause dermal sensitization in some people. Do not take internally.
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Submited By: Anthony from Fuquay Varina, North Carolina on 12/13/2007
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Here is your warning: if you are expecting this to smell just like the Australian variety you may be disappointed. Then again, it is much cheaper and if using in a medicinal blend with other strong EO's or in smaller amounts, someone will have to "dig deep" to find the different notes not present in the Australian. Overall, very nice.
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Submited By: mary from Kansas City, Missouri on 10/05/2007
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I wasn't sure what this oil would be like, but I have to say, I like it even better than the more expensive tea tree oils we have. The aroma is fresher and it seems to work just as well. I like it a lot! Thanks, ND!
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