Tea Tree Essential Oil [ٹی ٹری]

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Recipes of Tea Tree Essential Oil

USING TEA TREE OIL IN A DIFFUSER OR ROOM SPRAY: TO FIGHT GERMS

Used in aromatherapy, the calming fragrance of Tea Tree Essential Oil has demonstrated its ability to naturally support and boost immune system health and fight infections, as it diminishes the detrimental feeling of stress, which facilitates illness. It is beneficial in treating issues with sleeplessness, acting as a sleep aid by reducing any aches and pains that can cause insomnia. Its herbaceous scent also uplifts the mood and boosts mental clarity. Tea Tree Oil’s expectorant properties also make it useful in facilitating the relief of congestion and respiratory tract infections.

As a disinfecting air spray, Tea Tree Essential Oil acts as a natural, anti-microbial, non-toxic air freshener that removes bacteria, viruses, and mould from the environment. By placing a couple of drops in a steaming bowl of hot water and leaning over it to inhale the aromatic vapours with a towel draped over the head and the container, Tea Tree Oil can be used to help a sinus infection.

1. TEA TREE DIFFUSER BLEND FOR ELIMINATING BACTERIA

INSTRUCTIONS

1. To achieve a thorough mix of oils before adding them to a diffuser, add all oils to a 2 ml glass bottle.
2. Roll bottle between hands to blend oils.
3. Based on the manufacturer’s instructions, add the appropriate number of drops to your diffuser.

TIPS

• To increase the quantity, multiply the recipe above and add it to a giant bottle.
• This recipe is not intended for topical use.

2. TEA TREE STEAM BLEND TO FIGHT COLDS

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Thoroughly cleanse skin
2. Boil 3 cups of distilled or purified water.
3. Remove the water from the heat and allow it to cool in a bowl for 5 minutes.
4. Add the essential oils and vapour rub to the water and stir.
5. Place the bowl somewhere stable and comfortable where you can sit for 10 minutes.
6. Drape a large bath towel over your head, shoulders, and the bowl.
7. Lean over the bowl with your face 10-12 inches away from the water.
8. Ensure that your eyes are closed during the entire steam, as the oils may irritate open eyes.
9. Inhale through your nose and exhale through your mouth. Enjoy the relief from congestion and other cold symptoms.

USING TEA TREE OIL IN A MASSAGE: TO BOOST IMMUNITY

Diluted with a carrier oil and applied topically, Tea Tree Oil’s sudorific properties may help to strengthen and stimulate the immune system to increase its ability to fight off infection. It does this by promoting perspiration to eliminate internal bodily toxins. This soothing oil provides relief to minor burns, sores, bites, and cuts by decreasing pain, inhibiting bleeding, removing bacteria from the wound, and promoting the faster healing of wounds and scars. Tea Tree Oil relieves muscle aches as well as pain associated with illness and arthritis.

1. TEA TREE MASSAGE OIL BLEND TO BOOST IMMUNITY

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Mix the essential oils in a dark glass or PET plastic bottle.
2. Dilute the blend by adding the carrier oil.
3. Massage over the body for a boost to the immune system.

2. TEA TREE AND PEPPERMINT MASSAGE OIL BLEND TO SOOTHE TIRED FEET

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Add all oils to a dark 120 ml (4 fl. oz.) glass bottle and shake well to blend thoroughly.
2. Gently massage the blend into feet and toes.

USING TEA TREE OIL IN A BATH: FOR EASY BREATHING & SOOTHING INFLAMMATION

When used in a bath, Tea Tree Essential Oil stimulates the body’s immune function through its antifungal and antibacterial properties, which combats the harmful effects of contaminants on the skin by inhibiting bacterial growth and reproduction. It heals skin conditions, such as Athlete’s Foot, while soothing burns and cuts. Its antiseptic properties eliminate bodily toxins and disinfect pores to prevent clogging that can lead to acne-prone skin. It can lighten scars while replenishing the skin’s natural oil balance.

Inhaling the fragrance of bathwater scented with Tea Tree Oil can relieve inflammation that causes not only a sore body but also sinus pressure and headaches. Its decongestant and expectorant properties make Tea Tree Essential Oil beneficial for reducing or relieving respiratory issues such as coughs, colds, and the flu. It does this by loosening phlegm and mucus in the nose and throat to facilitate their elimination. Its anti-bacterial activity fights respiratory infections and inflammation from ailments such as bronchitis, laryngitis, and tonsillitis.

1. TEA TREE BATH BLEND FOR SORE MUSCLES

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Pour Epsom Salt into a clean mixing bowl.
2. Add Dead Sea Salt to the Epsom Salt. Mix well.
3. Add Baking Soda to the salts. Mix well.
4. Add Tea Tree Essential Oil. Mix well.
5. Spoon the final product into clean jars (such as canning or jam jars).
6. When adding the salts to a warm bath, ensure complete dissolution in water to avoid slipping.
7. Depending on the size of the bathtub, use between ¼ to ½ cup of this salt blend per bath.
8. Relax and enjoy the relief from congestion, sore muscles, and inflammation.

2. TEA TREE FOOT BATH BLEND TO FIGHT FOOT ODOR

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Fill a large container or spa foot bath with 8 cups (2 L) of hot water.
2. Steep sprigs of Rosemary in this water for 10-15 minutes.
3. Blend the Tea Tree Oil into Carrier Oil.
4. When the Rosemary herbs have been immersed for 10-15 minutes, add the Tea Tree and carrier oil blend to the water.
5. Soak feet for 15 minutes twice daily.
6. If the oil and water separate during the soak, swish the water around with feet.
7. Towel dry feet and apply moisturizer.

USING TEA TREE OIL IN COSMETICS: TO CLEANSE AND SOOTHE

Tea Tree Essential Oil restores the complexion. It improves the look. It feels of blemished skin by cleansing, purifying, and toning skin, soothing irritations, slowing the look of ageing with its powerful anti-oxidant action and improving the look of pores. When combined with other essential oils and diluted, Tea Tree can also be used in a toner for balancing oily skin. In haircare, Tea Tree Oil is known to be an antiseptic that effectively eliminates lice and nits. By soothing dry, flaking skin, this fungicidal oil can refresh and moisturize the scalp to eliminate dandruff while boosting circulation, thereby stimulating the growth of hair.

1. TEA TREE SHAMPOO BLEND FOR OILY HAIR

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Combine all ingredients in a dark glass container/jar.
2. Screw the jar lid on tightly and shake the jar to blend all ingredients thoroughly.
3. Store finished product in a cool place.

2. TEA TREE OIL SALVE FOR LIPS AND SORE MUSCLES

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Fill a medium-sized pan with 3 cups of water (or enough water to immerse the bottom half of an 8-ounce mason jar).
2. Place the pan on the stove over medium heat.
3. In an 8-ounce mason jar, combine the Olive Oil and the beeswax.
4. Place the jar containing the blend into the pan of water to create a double boiler.
5. Heat the blend until the beeswax melts.
6. Stir the Olive Oil and beeswax mixture to ensure a thorough combination.
7. Once the beeswax is completely melted, add the Tea Tree Essential Oil.
8. Pour blend into metal tins or tubes, leaving an opening.
9. When salve is cool to the touch, apply to lips, scratches, insect bites, bee stings, itchy spots, dry skin, and sore muscles.

TIP

• This salve can be made entirely with a double boiler; using a mason jar creates less of a mess.

3. TEA TREE AND LEMONGRASS DEODORANT BAR

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a heat-safe bowl, combine the Beeswax, Shea Butter, and Coconut Oil.
2. Place a small saucepan filled with a couple of inches of water on the stove over low heat.
3. Place the bowl on top of the pan to melt the wax and oils.
4. Remove the bowl from the heat to stir in the Baking Soda and Cornstarch.
5. Add in the essential oils and combine the mixture thoroughly.
6. Pour the mixture into soap or lotion bar moulds (ice cube trays, loaf pans, silicone moulds, or other Tupperware will also work), and allow them to harden for several hours.

TIP

• To make moisturizing lotion bars, leave out the Baking Soda and Cornstarch.
• Due to the absence of water in this recipe, the final product will last for a minimum of 1 year.

4. ROSEMARY AND TEA TREE OIL BODY BUTTER

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a mixing bowl, beat together all the ingredients using a whisk or hand blender until thoroughly combined and smooth.
2. Scoop the body butter into a tightly sealed container and store it in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months.
3. To use, scoop a small amount into hands and massage into dry areas of skin.