Tea tree oil is derived from the Melaleuca alternifolia tree leaves, which grow in Australia and New Zealand. It is used as a natural disinfectant, antiseptic and antiparasitic agent. In addition, it has an antimicrobial effect on various microorganisms, including viruses, bacteria and fungi. Tea tree oil can kill pathogenic bacteria and viruses by inhibiting their growth.  

Tea tree oil contains terpinene-4-ol and terpinene-4-ol acetate as its main components. Terpinene-4-ol is a phenolic compound which has been isolated from the leaves of the tea tree plant. Terpinene-4-ol acetate is a form of terpinene-4-ol that is obtained by acetylation of terpinene-4-ol. Both these components have antimicrobial properties against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Tea tree oil is a natural antiseptic that can be used for many different ailments. It has been used in traditional and modern medicine for centuries, but it has recently become more popular as an effective treatment for many skin conditions. 

 7 ways to use tea tree oil: 

1) Tea tree diffuser blend: 

• Add 4 drops of tea tree oil, lemon, peppermint, and eucalyptus essential oil in a diffuser.  
• Pour the bottle and roll in between hands to blend the oil. 
• Mix with a carrier oil before using.  

Benefits: 

• Eliminates bacteria 
• A natural mosquito repellant  
• A calming fragrant; that helps remove foul odour 
• Helps combat infection 
• Treats sleeplessness by treating pain and muscle aches 
• Helps reduce mood swings 

2) Foot spa: 

Tea tree oil helps eliminate the germs stuck in the skin pores. But, unfortunately, our sweaty, moist feet can be a breeding ground for germs and bacteria. So include the goodness of tea tree oil in pedicure sessions with Dr Foot's antibacterial foot wash with tea tree oil. It contains cooling ingredients like menthol, reducing inflammation and bacteria and nourishing feet.  

3) Tea tree steam for cold: 

Ingredients: 

• 4 tsp tea tree and eucalyptus oil 
• 1 tsp vapour rub balm 

Process: 

• Cleanse your skin thoroughly. 
• Boil 3 cups of purified water 
• Turn off the heat and allow it to cool for 5 minutes.  
• Add the essential oils and vapour rub in the water and stir well.  
• Drape a large bath towel over your head and keep your face at least 10-12 inches away from the bowl.  
• Close your eyes and start inhaling and exhaling through the nose.  

Benefits: 

• Tea tree oil contains expectorant properties, helps get relief from congestion. 
• Combats infection and cold 
• Reduce dizziness 
• Relieves stress 
• Reduce sinus and headache 

4) Immunity-boosting massage oil blend: 

Ingredients: 

• 120 ml carrier oil 
• 10 drops of tea tree and geranium essential oil 
• 8 drops of lemon and thyme essential oil 
• 6 drops of Myrrh Essential oil 
• 5 drops of Elemi essential oil 

Process: 

• Mix all the essential oil and carrier oil in a glass bottle. 
• Roll the bottle in between your palms to mix the oil. 
• Take a couple of drops and massage all over your body. 

Benefits: 

• Boosts immunity system 
• Improves blood circulation 
• Tea tree oil contains sudorific properties; strengthens the immune system 
• Eliminates internal body toxins 
• Antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties; reduce minor burns, bites, sores, and wounds 
• Treats joint pain and arthritis 

5) Tea tree massage oil for tired feet: 

Ingredients: 

• 60ml sweet almond oil 
• 12 drops of tea tree and peppermint essential oil 

Process: 

• Add all the oils in a glass bottle and shake well.  
• Take a few drops on your palm and massage gently on your feet.  

Benefits: 

• Relief from heel pain 
• Natural remedy for foot cracks 
• Removes foul odour 

6) Tea tree blend for sore muscles: 

Ingredients: 

• 1 cup Epsom salt 
• 1/4 cup dead sea salt 
• 1/4 cup baking soda 
• 10 drops of tea tree essential oil 

Process: 

• Pour Epsom salt into a clean foot basin. 
• Add salt, baking soda, and essential oil, and mix well. 
• Store this mixture in a glass jar for future use.  
• Add 1/4 to 1/2 cup of the mixture to warm water and wait for it to dissolve.  

• Dip your feet and relax. 

Benefits: 

• Relief from sore muscles and inflammation 
• Unclogs skin pores 
• Anti-fungal and antibacterial foot treatment 

• Heals skin conditions like Athlete's foot 
• Prevents bacterial growth and reproduction 
• Eliminates body toxins 
• Balances sebum production 
• Lightens scar 

7) Tea tree oil blend for foot odour: 

Ingredients: 

• 8 cups hot water 
• 2 rosemary springs 
• 15 drops of tea tree oil 

• 2 ½ of carrier oil (Almond, jojoba, olive) 

Process: 

• Fill the foot spa basin with hot water. 
• Keep the rosemary spring in the water for 10-15 minutes. 
• Blend the tea tree oil with a carrier oil. 
• When rosemary herb mixes with water, add the oil mixture. 
• Soak your feet for 15 minutes. 
• Swish it around the feet if the water and oil separate during the soak. 
• Pat to dry and moisturize your feet.  

Benefits: 

• Cleanses the germs in foot cracks 
• Eliminates foot odour and leaves a refreshing aroma 
• Reduce germ build-up 
• Improves skin blemishes