topic Re: Tea Tree Oil Uses in Beauty

Tea Tree Oil Uses

jsb — Wed, 22 Jan 2014 05:39:42 GMT

I have 4 unopened bottles of TT oil (original formula) that I can not use. Any clever suggestions for their use?

Re: Tea Tree Oil Uses

JavaQueen — Wed, 22 Jan 2014 05:46:03 GMT

I have been using it for a sinus infection. Don't ingest it. It is toxic. (You might now this, but someone else may not.)

I boil water, pour in a boil and add five drops of tea tree oil essence. Breathe the steam for 10 minutes. It actually helps to relieve symptoms. There are other variations to this. I hate the smell; it's like smelling turpentine. There are variations on this.

In aromatherapy, use a carrier oil such as olive oil. Some people have mixed with rosemary. I don't remember the proportions.

I used as a topical for bug bites and contact dermatitis. If you are on medications, I would check that out, before using.

Here is a link:

http://www.rd.com/slideshows/tea-tree-oil-uses/

Re: Tea Tree Oil Uses

MissKlynn — Wed, 22 Jan 2014 05:49:12 GMT

Why can't you use the TT oil?

Re: Tea Tree Oil Uses

jsb — Wed, 22 Jan 2014 06:05:02 GMT

MissKlynn,

I get a headache from the smell. I had originally bought 5 of them for a family member, who is no longer with us.

I only use the Wen Kids' Apple - can't use the regular formulas due to the menthol in them.

Re: Tea Tree Oil Uses

MissKlynn — Wed, 22 Jan 2014 06:14:19 GMT

jsb,

I'm so sorry to hear about your family member, that was generous of you to buy them 5 bottles. Love the spirit.

If the smell is an issue for you then unfortunately any suggestions I might have won't help you, other than to give them to someone else who can handle the smell and reap the benefits.

Re: Tea Tree Oil Uses

Akane — Wed, 22 Jan 2014 06:22:44 GMT

I wish I could buy one from you! I have read so many good things about WEN TT oil that I wanted to see if it would stimulate some hair growth on my crown. Just too expensive for me right now.

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FinnyMinny — Thu, 23 Jan 2014 19:29:20 GMT

Put them on the bay.

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Kachina624 — Fri, 24 Jan 2014 01:05:04 GMT

I've used pure tea tree oil and found it really stinks. Also if used continuously, it causes burning and irritation on the skin.

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songbird — Fri, 24 Jan 2014 01:25:48 GMT

It can be a problem using it too long. It is used most often as it clears up toe fungus infections. It did with my husband. Cleared it right up. But the smell.... By the way another good product to use for a toe infection is (of all things) Vips Vapor Rub. I found that out on the internet. I can take that smell more then the Tea Tree Oil.

Re: Tea Tree Oil Uses

okiebug — Fri, 24 Jan 2014 01:57:27 GMT

On 1/23/2014 kachina624 said: I've used pure tea tree oil and found it really stinks. Also if used continuously, it causes burning and irritation on the skin.

You're not supposed to use tea tree oil straight - it should be put in a carrier oil like jojoba, etc. You can find the proportions by doing a search on line, they vary from 5% to 50% dilution.

Re: Tea Tree Oil Uses

Kachina624 — Fri, 24 Jan 2014 04:50:00 GMT

On 1/23/2014 okiebug said:
On 1/23/2014 kachina624 said: I've used pure tea tree oil and found it really stinks. Also if used continuously, it causes burning and irritation on the skin.

You're not supposed to use tea tree oil straight - it should be put in a carrier oil like jojoba, etc. You can find the proportions by doing a search on line, they vary from 5% to 50% dilution.

I used it to get rid of skin tags. It was to be used full strength. It didn't work.

Re: Tea Tree Oil Uses

lovinglife — Fri, 24 Jan 2014 05:33:48 GMT

I believe you are referring to the original Wen Tea Tree Oil? I have difficulty with the smell but have found if I mix with other formulas it is tolerable. I add to the bath and the scent is pleasant & clean when diluted. I also add to water in a spray bottle to spray on countertops.