Here are some suggestions:
Acne
Tea tree oil can be a powerful weapon against acne.
Alternatively, you can make your own acne treatment by mixing one part tea tree oil with nine parts water and applying the mixture to affected areas with a cotton swab once or twice a day, as needed
All Purpose Cleaner
Here's an easy recipe for an all-natural, all-purpose cleaner:
Combine 20 drops of tea tree oil,
3/4 cup of water
1/2 cup of apple cider vinegar in a spray bottle.
- Shake well until thoroughly mixed.
Spray directly onto surfaces and wipe clean with a dry cloth.
Make sure to shake the bottle before each use, so that the tea tree oil will mix with the other ingredients.
Minor Cuts
Tea tree oil can be used to treat and disinfect minor cuts and abrasions by killing S. aureus and other bacteria that can cause infection in open wounds
To disinfect a cut or scrape, follow these steps:
Clean the cut thoroughly with plain soap and water
Mix one drop of tea tree oil with one teaspoon of coconut oil
Apply a small amount of the mixture to the injury and cover with a bandage. Repeat this process once or twice daily until a scab has formed
Mouth Wash
To make your own chemical-free mouthwash,
add 1 drop of tea tree oil to 1 cup of warm water
mix thoroughly and swish in your mouth for 30 seconds or so.
Like other mouthwashes, tea tree oil should NOT be swallowed.
It can be toxic if ingested.
Nail Fungus
Use 2-3 drops of tea tree oil alone or mix it with an equal amount of coconut oil. Apply it to the affected area.
Be sure to wash your hands immediately after applying in order to avoid spreading the fungus to other areas.
For other ideas how to use essential oils check out our ESSENTIAL OIL-BOOK
