Question 1

do  tea tree oil products cause facial hair growth in women?

Accepted Answer

No: Tea tree oil will not cause increased hair growth for either men or women.  The cause for this problem in women may be related to hormonal imbalance and increase testosterone effects (hirsutism).  Have this checked out by your doctor.

Question 2

can tea tree oil products cause new or more facial hair growth in women?

Accepted Answer

No: Tea tree oil will not cause increased hair growth for either men or women.  The cause for this problem in women may be related to hormonal imbalance and increase testosterone effects (hirsutism).  Have this checked out by your doctor.

Question 3

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 4

does tea tree oil help bv?

Accepted Answer

Perhaps: But only if you combine it with appropriate antibiotics.

Question 5

i am afraid of using tea tree oil on my face?

Accepted Answer

Why?: There is no reason to be afraid of using tea tree oil on your face.  This oil has been used in different forms  for hundreds of years.  The most common side effect is severe drying of the skin.  This being said, depending on the condition you want to treat, there exists many options.

Question 6

using tea tree oil for my keloid. is this advisable?

Accepted Answer

Nothing wrong..: ..With that, but there are much more effective treatments available, such as silicone sheeting, pressure dressings, medication injections (kenalog, 5fu), laser.  You might want to see a plastic surgeon or dermatologist.

Question 7

can tea tree oil be used for trichomoniasis?

Accepted Answer

No: Your best treatment for the protozoan infection is metronidazole.

Question 8

what is the way to use tea tree oil on my acne?

Accepted Answer

Acne: Daily topical application. Be careful not to swallow as it is toxic if ingested.

Question 9

would i need to dilute 100% tea tree oil used for acne?

Accepted Answer

Makes no difference: This is not effective at any dilution. If you want to be serious about a real acne problem a dermatologist can help you.

Question 10

tea tree oil works for big moles?

Accepted Answer

Tea Tree Oil: Is not a treatment for moles.

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