Tea tree oil product advice

An essential oil obtained from the plant called Melaleuca alternifolia, Tea Tree Oil has traditionally been used for a wide variety of reasons. Some of the reasons tea tree oil was used by Australian aboriginals was for the healing of skin cuts, burns, and infections. This was done by simply crushing the leaves of the plant and applying them to the area on the skin that was infected.

Now, however, people are starting to use tea tree oil for a larger number of health problems. These include:

• Acne
• Athletes foot
• Vaginitis
• Thrush
• Boils
• Lice
• Eczema
• Periodontal disease
• As an antiseptic
• Psoriasis

Many manufacturers are also adding this substance to their creams, lotions, soaps, and shampoos so that users can get the benefit it offers simply by using these products.

One thing to note though, if you do plan on using this regularly, is that it can alter hormone levels in the body of some individuals. In extreme cases, boys may experience a slight enlargement of the breasts as the female sex hormones become more predominant, so this is definitely something to watch out for.

Additionally, for a few susceptible people, allergic reactions to the substance can be seen. The symptoms here can range from mild blisters to very severe rashes and itching.

As a general guideline, women who are pregnant or nursing should also avoid the supplement because there is not a lot of scientific backing for what the effects might be on the newborn baby.