Essential Oil, Tea Tree Australian AAA

Name: Tea Tree Australian AAA

Botanical Name: Melaleuca alternifolia

Main Constituents: Terpinen-4-ol: 35 - 48%, ?-Terpinene: 14 - 28%

Origin: Australia

Extraction Method: Steam Distilled

Part of Plant: Leaves

Description & Colour: Pale yellow liquid, thin consistency

Aromatic Summary: Tea Tree has a fresh, antiseptic, and medicinal scent with woody, camphoraceous notes. A middle note with a medium aroma

Flashpoint: 59°C

Storage:  Transfer out of any metal and shipping containers (used for safe shipping), keep in dark glass container 

Safety Notes: For external use only; dilute before use. May cause skin irritations, a skin test is recommended prior to use, avoid contact with eyes. Avoid During Pregnancy

Usage: Anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antiviral, antibacterial, diaphoretic, immunostimulant, parasiticide, and vulnerary. Commonly used in Vapor therapy and for skin and hair care (acne, oily skin, head lice, and dandruff) 

Blends well with: Cinnamon Bark, Clary Sage, Clove Bud, Geranium, Lavender, Lemon, Myrrh, Nutmeg, Rosewood, Rosemary, and Thyme

The name is derived from the original usage of herbal tea, prepared from the leaves. Tea tree oil is unique in the way that it is active against all three varieties of infectious organisms: bacteria, fungal, and viruses. The Tea Tree is a small tree or shrub, with needle-like leaves, with heads of sessile yellow or purplish flowers.