Uses for Melalueca - Thursday Tips!

As explained in a post earlier this week, tea tree oil, or melalueca, has many properties that protect against environmental hazards. It is naturally an antibacterial, antiseptic, antifungal, antiviral, and antiparasitic. It can also be used as a decongestant, immune stimulant, and aid in tissue regeneration.

Historically, the leaves of a tea tree have been used to heal wounds and skin infections. It's powerful antiseptic properties also aid in building your immune system. The leaves would also be crushed and then the fragrance inhaled to promote clear airways.

For modern, holistic applications, melalueca is primarily used to soothe occasional skin irritations. It can be added to your facial cleaner to promote a balanced complexion or applied to toe and fingernails to purify them. You can also take this oil internally by placing 1-2 drops in water, a citrus drink, or a veggie cap to boost your immune system.

According to Modern Essentials the common primary uses for this oil are: acne, Athlete's foot, bacterial infections, boils, bronchities, canker sores, ear infections, fungal infections, herpes simplex, hives, Jock Itch, lice, nail infections, pink eye, rashes, ringworm, staph infection, tonsillitis, warts, viral infections, and many more. This oil has endless applications.

You can diffuse the oil, by adding 3-4 drops to your diffuser. You can take internally, as explained above. Lastly, you can use topically by mixing 1-2 drops with a carrier oil such as coconut oil, almond oil, or olive oil, and apply it to the desired areas.

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References:

AromaTools. (2015). Modern essentials: A contemporary guide to the therapeutic use of essential oils (6th ed.). Orem, UT: Author.

Tea Tree Oil. (n.d.). Tea tree oil. Retrieved from http://teatree-oil.org/

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