Melaleuca or simply tea tree - a kind of shrubs and trees growing in the tropics, has long been known for its unusually healing and beneficial properties. MediqForum found out how to use this oil and what to watch out for.

In its pure form, the leaves of tea trees are still used today. Basically, they use such leaves as compresses, various infusions, decoctions and lotions. Not rarely used for the treatment of skin diseases and small cosmetic defects.

Features of composition and properties.

Essential oil by its nature has a very complex chemical composition, as it is a product of extracting essences from various plants or animals.

Tea tree oil contains a huge amount of terpinene, pinene and pencil, which have strong bactericidal, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. In addition to the main components, tea tree oil includes more than 50 organic compounds or components.

Also in the composition there are catechins, which promote the healing of various wounds, scratches, abrasions and are an excellent tool in dealing with age-related changes in the skin.

Ways of using essential essence of tea tree.

There are no few ways to use essential oil. It can be washing with water, taking a bath, adding oil to creams and ointments, and simply aromatherapy.

Essence of tea tree is often used in the treatment of skin diseases and the removal of any cosmetic defects - pigment spots, dryness and flabbiness of the skin, peeling and inflammatory processes.

To do this, add no more than 8-12 drops of tea tree essence to 50-100 ml. therapeutic or simple cream. And apply on the ground defeat. This promotes rapid regeneration and healing of various lesions on the skin.

Before taking a bath with tea tree oil, it is bred in water along with the so-called emulsifier. In the role of an emulsifier there may be the following components:.

For 1 tablespoon of emulsifier add 3-6 drops of tea tree essence and dilute in 1 liter (preferably warm) of water. All contents are well stirred and poured into the bath.

The effect of this procedure is noticeable almost immediately. Improves blood circulation, normalizes blood pressure, there is complete relaxation of the whole body. Plus, the tea tree has a good rejuvenating effect - for both the skin and the body. Reduces the risk of relapse and cures serious skin diseases - such as psoriasis, various types of dermatitis and dermatosis, eczema, acne and even vitiligo.

Precautionary measures.

Essential oil is not recommended for use in undiluted form, without emulsifier. In case of contact with the mucous membrane, rinse immediately with running water. Do not exceed the dose of essential oil per liter of water. The procedures should not exceed 10-15 minutes at a time.

Store the oil in a tightly closed container, in a dark place without hitting the sunlight.

Source: News Yu.

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