Tea Tree Essential Oil "melaleuca alternifolia"
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Tea tree oil, also known as Melaleuca alternifolia oil, is an essential oil obtained from the leaves of this plant native to Australia. Next, I provide you with information about its origin, properties, use and method of obtaining it:
Origin: The tea tree is native to Australia, specifically to the region of New South Wales and Queensland. Australian aborigines have used the leaves of this plant for centuries for its medicinal properties.
Properties: Tea tree oil has antifungal, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and healing properties. Therefore, it is effective in the treatment of acne, dermatitis, skin infections, dandruff, athlete's foot, among others.
Use: Tea tree oil is used in skin care products, shampoos, conditioners, household cleaners, toothpastes, deodorants, and more. It is also used in aromatherapy and as an active ingredient in topical medicines.
Method of production: Tea tree oil is obtained by steam distillation of the leaves of the plant. The distillation process extracts the essential oil from the leaves and separates it from water and other components. Pure tea tree oil is colorless to pale yellow in color with a fresh, medicinal aroma.
Botanical name: Melaleuca alternifoilaFamily: Myrtaceae
INCI: Melaleuca alternifolia Leaf Oil
Part used: Leaves
Cultivation: Bio / Conventional
Main components: Terpinen-4-ol, 1.8 cineole, Gamma terpinene
CAS: 85085-48-9
EINECS : 285-377-1
Specifications for Tea Tree Essential Oil "melaleuca alternifolia"
| Quality | BIO or Conventional |