Question 1

what are common symptoms of having an allergic reaction to tea tree oil?

Accepted Answer

Usually a rash: Most common reaction to tea tree oil involves a chronic allergic dermatitis and may appear similar to a nasty reaction to poison ivy.

Question 2

hello doctor, can i apply steroid cream cutivate on a reddish rash patch with hives on my neck due to an allergic reaction after using tea tree oil on a skin tag?

Accepted Answer

: Wash awy the tea oil then apply the cream.

Question 3

i used a new line of products on my face/had bad allergic reaction/breakout to: tea tree blemish kit by the body shop, ingredients online! help!!!!!

Accepted Answer

Allergic Rash: If you are concerned about a possible reaction to a beauty care product I would make an appointment to see an Allergist for patch vs skin testing to determine risk. Take a picture of your reaction and bring the product in with you to appointment. Sometimes people can become sensitized (allergic contact dermatitis) to various ingredients commonly found in products used at home.

Question 4

after getting my eyebrows waxed my skin around it had a bad reaction would tea tree oil calm the redness and get rid of the tiny itchy pimples?

Accepted Answer

Tea tree oil may sting: If the area is already irritated, using tea tree oil may sting, burn, or irritate the skin. So it may make the area more red and inflamed. You're better off using something that's much more mild and less stinging. Pure lavender oil  (lavandula agustafolia) is more soothing, because it has less camphor in it, but if it's made from (lavandula), it will be just as irritating as tea tree oil. So read your labels.

Question 5

if you're allergic to trees are you allergic to tea tree oil?

Accepted Answer

No: The reaction to tea tree oil would most likely be an allergic contact dermatitis (itchy skin rash where tea tree oil is applied).

Question 6

tea tree oil caused skin irritation. does this mean i am allergic?

Accepted Answer

Contact allergy: A number of oils can cause skin irritation upon contact. If you know the ingredient, i would avoid it from now on.

Question 7

if i am allergic to tree nuts, can i still use tea tree oil shampoo?

Accepted Answer

Most likely: Food allergy symptoms are caused by large after being ingested, eventhough there are reports of trigger by aerosol or contact. Whether a tea tree oil contains treenut is not likely, but always possible if contamination occur during shampoo manufacturing. Food allergy sufferers should always carry an epipen, (epinephrine) and any new product might be cautiously tried in small amounts first.

Question 8

i'm allergic to multiple trees, can i be allergic to tea tree oil? my skin becomes very dry and sometimes red. i've heard it helps treat acne.

Accepted Answer

Don't bother: It is not useful for acne. It is not useful for dry, red skin. In fact it is not much good for anything except as profit to those who sell it to gullible suckers. Nothing related to your "tree allergies" but it can be irritating.

Question 9

i have a keloid on my tongue. its pierced.ive had the piercing for over a year but im just now getting one. the problem is im allergic to tea tree oil?

Accepted Answer

Pierced tongue: Consider letting your tongue heal naturally by taking the piercing out.  This will be healthier for your tongue and your teeth.

Question 10

i'm thinking of applying tea tree oil on my cut. can i?

Accepted Answer

Soap & water: Why do people insist on applying things to cuts and scrapes? All you should do is clean it thoroughly with soap and water, and cover it with a clean bandaid. Change the bandaid daily; cuts heal faster when they are covered.

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What are common symptoms of having an allergic reaction to tea tree oil?

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Hello doctor, can i apply steroid cream cutivate on a reddish rash patch with hives on my neck due to an allergic reaction after using tea tree oil on a skin tag?

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I used a new line of products on my face/had bad allergic reaction/breakout to: tea tree blemish kit by the body shop, ingredients online! help!!!!!

A member asked:

After getting my eyebrows waxed my skin around it had a bad reaction would tea tree oil calm the redness and get rid of the tiny itchy pimples?

A member asked:

If you're allergic to trees are you allergic to tea tree oil?

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Tea tree oil caused skin irritation. does this mean i am allergic?

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If i am allergic to tree nuts, can i still use tea tree oil shampoo?

A member asked:

I'm allergic to multiple trees, can i be allergic to tea tree oil? my skin becomes very dry and sometimes red. i've heard it helps treat acne.

A member asked:

I have a keloid on my tongue. its pierced.ive had the piercing for over a year but im just now getting one. the problem is im allergic to tea tree oil?

A member asked:

I'm thinking of applying tea tree oil on my cut. can i?

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