Tea tree oil for the face is an effective natural treatment for problematic and oily skin.

• Benefits of tea tree oil
• Properties
• Tea tree oil for wrinkles
• Tea tree oil for acne
• How to use tea tree oil?
• Homemade mask recipes
• Anti-acne masks
• Anti-wrinkle masks

Tea tree essential oil is used both in folk medicine and in cosmetology. It is difficult to overestimate the advantages of this product. It’s not for nothing that girls and women love to use it, because it eliminates many skin imperfections. Tea tree oil for the face, with constant use, makes the skin clean, smooth and elastic.

How does tea tree oil affect the skin?

Tea tree oil is obtained from the leaves of this tree, which is native to Australia. This is done by steam distillation. The finished product has a pale yellow or pale olive hue and a light spicy aroma. The resulting drug contains monoterpenes, diterpenes, viridiflorene, B-terpineol, L-ternineol.

These substances are a powerful weapon against bacteria and fungi, they accelerate tissue regeneration, maintain cell activity in a stable state, help remove toxins, and have an antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, soothing, cleansing, and mild analgesic effect.

The rich chemical composition of the oil allows it to be used for various purposes, and as a cosmetic product for the face it affects the skin surface in the following way:

• normalizes the performance of the sebaceous glands, improving the condition of oily skin;
• fills cells with useful substances - oxygen, vitamins, amino acids, which contribute to the rejuvenation of the epidermis;
• improves skin color and elasticity;
• eliminates pimples and acne;
• treats rosacea;
• whitens pigment spots in the same way as sea buckthorn oil;
• accelerates tissue regeneration in case of microdamage;
• slows down the aging process of the skin, eliminates fine wrinkles.

Description

Ether is obtained by steam distillation. The final product is an oily liquid with a pronounced characteristic odor. This product can only be used externally ; however, it is important to ensure that the ether does not get on the mucous membranes or in the eyes.

The composition of the product is unique and multifaceted; this essential oil contains substances that are not found in any other cosmetic product. The names of unique substances mean little to a person far from organic chemistry. But the fact that a unique combination of components turns ether into an excellent remedy for solving many cosmetic problems will be interesting to know for every girl who wants to be beautiful.

What effect does the oil obtained from melaleuca leaves have on the skin? The product shows antiviral, antibacterial, wound healing, antifungal and anti-inflammatory effects.

Therefore, this product is recommended for the following problems:

• for comedones and pimples;
• with herpes;
• when forming a jam.

Directions for use and precautions

In order for the use of miraculous oil to bring the maximum effect to your facial skin, you should familiarize yourself with the rules for its use.

• In order to find out if you are allergic to the oil, you need to conduct a test before using it . Apply a couple of drops of the drug to your wrist. After 20 minutes it will become clear whether your body is taking this remedy. If there is no irritation, rash, or itching, you can use it without restrictions.
• It is recommended to apply the oil to the skin of the face in combination with other components.
• Considering the aggressive properties of the oil, remember that its dosage is calculated in drops or milliliters, but not in spoons.

• When mixing oil with other ingredients, you need to take into account their temperature - they should not be hot.
• The drug is applied to the skin with light movements along massage lines; vigorous rubbing is not recommended.
• The duration of action of products with this oil (unless otherwise specified) is from 15 minutes to half an hour.

How to use it correctly

Due to the high concentration of active components, this product must be used correctly to obtain benefits and avoid side effects. To get the desired result, remember and use the following rules:

• It is not recommended to use this oil in its pure form. It must be diluted with other components;
• the dosage of the substance is used in the form of drops and is not measured in spoons;
• Since this oil is essential, it should not be heated to a hot state. It is allowed to introduce this product into warm masks;
• when applying the composition, rubbing it into the skin is not allowed;
• the duration of action of products based on it should not exceed half an hour;
• Apply the compositions only along the massage lines. Rinse them off the skin with plain water without using gels, foams, milk, etc.;
• use this oil only for its intended purpose if you have a problematic and oily type of epidermis, the presence of pigmentation, any type of rash, unhealthy complexion, tired or aging skin;
• contraindications to its use are epilepsy, mental disorders, hypertension, individual intolerance or allergic skin reaction to the constituent components;
• This product goes well with essential oils of rosewood, geranium, bergamot, pine, clove, lavender, cinnamon, spruce, bigardia, and nutmeg.

Use in its pure form

Tea tree oil is very effective on acne, including internal acne. To do this, it can be used undiluted, applied to each pimple pointwise using a cotton swab.

Important! If you feel that the drug is too aggressive for your skin, use it in combination with other components.

Let the oil act for several hours - redness and swelling should go away and the pores should cleanse. After this, you just need to wash your face with water. This needs to be done daily. For small formations, a one-time use will be sufficient; for purulent acne, 2-3 days will be required. Herpes blisters can be treated in the same way.

Lotion for problem skin

The product is suitable for all skin types. It removes inflammation, slightly brightens the skin and promotes healing of existing wounds and moderately moisturizes without saturating acne. It will require a list of components:

• rose water - 0.5 tbsp;
• calendula decoction - 0.25 tbsp.;
• tea tree oil - 10-15 drops.

To prepare a decoction of calendula, pour 1 tsp. dried flowers of the plant with a glass of boiling water, let it brew for 2-3 hours, strain, cool. Add rose water and ether to the decoction and mix thoroughly. It is useful to wipe your face with the prepared mixture in the morning and evening.

The lotion can be stored for 2-3 weeks in a cool, dark place. Shake the container with the product easily before each use.

Video of making tea tree oil lotion

This lotion is made from two ingredients - oil and water - but the lightness does not affect the effect. The product is recommended for people with a large number of rashes or skin lesions, as well as for the prevention of acne.

The properties and use of the lotion are described in more detail in the video.

Indications

Tea tree oil is indicated for the following skin problems:

• the presence of pimples and acne, including purulent ones;
• the presence of age spots and post-acne;
• unhealthy, uneven skin color;
• oily skin prone to rashes;
• fading, wrinkled, tired skin.

Beneficial features

Anyone who has ever used tea tree essential oil on their face becomes a fan forever. After all, this is a universal weapon against harmful bacteria that cause skin problems. A healthy person coexists with hundreds of microorganisms without much harm to himself. But as soon as the hormonal system or immunity fails, favorable conditions are created for the rapid proliferation of microbes.

Melaleuca or tea tree is an evergreen tree or shrub of the Myrtaceae family.

Cosmetologists and dermatologists highlight the following beneficial properties of melaleuca oil for the face:

• antiseptic;
• bactericidal;
• antiviral;
• healing;
• anti-inflammatory;
• regenerating;
• drying.

In addition to the listed qualities, the product normalizes the activity of the sebaceous glands.

Tea tree esters evaporate quickly. The smell of the oil is sharp, rich and reminiscent of a mixture of the aromas of camphor and spruce.

Using the miracle of Australian nature, they treat:

• acne;
• furunculosis;
• acne;
• herpes;
• jams on the lips.

Tea tree oil gets rid of skin growths: papillomas, warts. For insect bites, it quickly relieves itching and swelling. For cuts and abrasions, the product is applied instead of iodine or brilliant green. This disinfectant kills streptococci and staphylococci - the causative agents of purulent inflammation.

Tea tree oil is the strongest natural antiseptic

Tips from cosmetologists

• Tea tree oil combines excellently with other oils. Oil compositions with esters of lavender, nutmeg, rosewood, ravintsara, cinnamon, geranium, bergamot, cloves, spruce cones, bigaradia, and pine are considered especially successful.
• It is better to warm the oil a little before use..
• The effect of using the drug will last a long time with prolonged use.

• Even if you plan to combine the oil with some components, purchase a product with 100% concentration - this way you can control its percentage in any product.
• Before use, be sure to cleanse your skin.
• It's good to add a little oil to your usual cleanser or moisturizer - this will significantly enhance their effect on the skin.
• If you experience discomfort during any procedure with tea tree oil, there is no need to take risks - it is better to cancel such procedures. Try using another facial product to eliminate acne and restore the skin, such as argan oil, which also copes with such problems perfectly.

Homemade mask recipes

Tea tree oil is used in folk recipes to maintain beautiful skin. We have collected the most effective of them in this article.

Anti-acne masks

1. Take 3 teaspoons of melted honey and add 2-3 drops of essential oil, mix and apply to your face for a quarter of an hour.
2. Dilute green clay with water and enrich it with tea tree oil. Give a light massage with the mixture and leave for 20 minutes.
3. Take 1 tablespoon of grape seed oil, jojoba oil or almond oil, and add 2 drops of tea tree essential oil. Apply to skin for 20 minutes.
4. Beat 1 egg white, add 2 drops each of tea tree oil, rosemary and lavender. Apply the mixture with a brush. When it dries, remove the resulting film.
5. Mix 1 tablespoon of fresh avocado puree or oil with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, add 3 drops of essential oil and apply to face for 20 minutes.

Use prescription masks to keep your skin clear and smooth

Anti-wrinkle masks

1. Dilute red or pink clay with water and add 2-3 drops of tea tree oil to the mixture. Apply on your face for a quarter of an hour.
2. Mix 2 tablespoons of castor oil with 2-3 drops of tea tree oil, apply to the skin and massage with your fingers for 7 minutes.
3. Add 2 drops each of tea tree oil, neroli oil and frankincense oil to castor oil. Rub the mixture into your face with smooth movements. After 20 minutes, remove any remaining oils with a cotton pad.
4. Take a chicken yolk and add 1 teaspoon of honey, drop 2-3 drops of tea tree oil and mix all the ingredients. Apply to skin for 15 minutes.
5. Grind half the cucumber into a puree, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 3 drops of tea tree oil. Apply the mask on your face for half an hour.

Recipes for homemade masks with tea tree oil will help get rid of skin problems and maintain beauty for many years. Use them regularly and you will feel young and attractive every day.