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

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 5

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 6

does tea tree oil treat lice?

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No: Tea tree oil may be used an a natural anti fungal and is found in over the counter acne products. There is no report on the use of tea tree oil for lice. There are over the counter treatment for head lice safe for children such as rid.

Question 7

can tea tree oil help clear up acne?

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It can: It's a fairly strong estrogen and i suspect this is how it works; in fact, some guys have gotten breasts from using it. At best, it's an adjunct for scientific acne treatment. If you've got acne that you can't manage with topical benzoyl peroxide, you owe it to yourself to get effective scienetific treatment from your physicain. It's a chronic disease that can be managed. Best wishes.

Question 8

can tea tree oil work for trichomoniasis?

Accepted Answer

No: The best treatment for trich is a medication called metronidazole.

Question 9

is tea tree oil  is good for hair growth?

Accepted Answer

No: But it helps relieve an itchy scalp. The only known promoters of hair growth are medications like minoxidil and propecia (finasteride).

Question 10

can tea tree oil be used for trichomoniasis?

Accepted Answer

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

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