Question 1

whats the benefit of tea tree oil?

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Antibacterial: Further information can be found here http://en.Wikipedia.Org/wiki/tea_tree_oil.

Question 2

does tea tree oil need to be diluted?

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For what purpose?: Some oils are used for scent, some for skin, and some taken internally. What do you want to use tea tree oil for? If sold in the us it should have safety recommendations on the bottle.

Question 3

what are the health uses of tea-tree oil?

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: People may use tea tree oil for common health concerns such as acne, dandruff, antiseptic, athlete’s foot, nail fungus, lice, and psoriasis. If a person is interested in using tea tree oil for conditions like those, it’s not a bad idea to consult their doctor first, to ensure that it does not interfere with other medications they may be applying, for example.

Question 4

does tea tree oil help bv?

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

Question 5

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

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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?

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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

what are the benefits of using tea tree oil for hair?

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Many: The hair may be rinsed with a spoonful of tea tree in warm water to control lice.  It's is wonderfully soothing after hair removal.  It can also ward off dandruff.

Question 8

i'm scared of using tea tree oil on my face, what could happen?

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Tea tree oil: Some people may be allergic to tea tree oil.  You can get a contact dermatitis if you are allergic.  I would do a test spot on your inner arm and see if you get a rash.  If you do, dont use it on your face.

Question 9

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 10

what is the proper way to use tea tree oil for my pimples? any suggestions?

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Tea tree oil.: Melaleuca oil is from southeast asia and has been claimed to have some antibacterial activity, but whether this has been proven to be an effective therapeutic agent is open to some question.  You can try this, and the only real damage it will create is to your wallet.

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