Tea Tree Oil Use

Like many medical discoveries, tea tree oil use was only looked at with interest during World War 2 when it was issued in first-aid kits to the military units in tropical regions, however it wasn’t long before demand outstripped supply and synthetic antiseptics were substituted. After the war antibiotics were popular especially with the introduction of the NHS in Britain : this is the reason that tee tree was once again put to the side until about 1970 when scientific researched discovered how effective a treatment it was for fungal infections such as athletes foot.

Tea tree comes from the M. alternifolia which lives in Australia and is a small shrubby tree with narrow leaves and has a cream flower in the spring. The aboriginal people used the trunk to make small canoes and knives and Captain Cook's crew from The Endeavour used the leaves as a substitute for a refreshing, spicy tea.

Tea tree makes a good burner although it should be remembered it will try to dominate most other oils, so use sparingly.

Using this mixture of oils in a burner is very good to clear a fuzzy head :

• 1 drop tea tree essential oil
• 2 drops cedar wood essential oil
• 2 drops lemon essential oil
• 2 drops bergamot essential oil

• 1tbsp green clay
• 1 peppermint tea bag
• 20ml boiling water
• 1 drop of tea tree essential oil

Mix all the ingredients together before applying to your face and leaving for at least 15 minutes. This mask may leave your skin looking a little blotchy, however this will only last for about 30 minutes, the longer lasting effects are worth it. Your skin will appear smoother, tighter, and fresher. To freshen eyes place two slices of cucumber on each eye while you are relaxing with your mask.

This is great for a before-waxing treatment to ensure that the skin is oil free.

• 30ml aloe vera gel
• 2 drops essential tea tree oil

Mix both ingredients together before applying to the skin with a cosmetic wipe or cotton wool.

Mixing 2 drops of essential tea tree oil to a basic lotion makes a great after-wax lotion : it also makes for a great body lotion and foot lotion.

• 250ml clear vinegar
• 1tsp diluted tea tree oil
• 2 drops lavender essential oil

Mix all ingredients together before pouring into a running bath. Soak for 15-20 minutes.

A few drops of tea tree added to a carrier oil make for a great massage.

Chamomile is one of the most useful herbs in the beauty world because of its anti-inflammatory and anti-irritating properties.

Ylang ylang is relaxing, stimulating, sensual and uplifting; base/middle note ; heavy, sweet, floral, exotic.

Lavender oil use is widely available and the most useful and cheapest of essential oils which can help acne , eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, bruises, burns, asthma, bronchitis, headaches, migraine, and insomnia to name a few.

Basic Essential Oils Essential oils can enhance our mind, body and spirit. They are extracted from plants, trees and grasses.