Tea Tree Oil

[Toni ConnellStudent]

What are safe uses for tea tree oil?  I have been mixing a few drops in my shampoo and my thinning hair has thickened over the past few months.  Have been told that it’s good for ear aches as is onion juice.

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[Laurie SheppardStudent]

We have successfully used it to remove skin tags and warts. I also diffuse it in a blend with eucalyptus and peppermint for sinus relief.

[Jean HarwoodStudent]

Can tea tree essential oil be used for oral health?

[JoelleStudent]

I know of people who have used it for oral health especially when fighting infections. But I would hesitate to use it straight. It seem that it is pretty strong stuff and needs to be used carefully especially in the mouth. So maybe diluting it with a carrier oil. That makes me think I wonder if you could do oil pulling with a little essential oils added to the oil.

[Jane LeeStudent]

Hi Elena,

I’m also a student in the HGH school and figuring things out as I go but thought to add the wee bit I’ve discovered.

I was adding tea tree oil to baking soda and using it for toothpaste.  Decided to do an internet search and a couple of points came up.

The FDA does not regulate the production of essential oils so companies have wide berth in how it’s processed.

From Dr Axe (*think* he’s credible):

• NOT for internal use: According to the National Poison Center, tea tree oil is known to be poisonous if swallowed. Tea tree oil should NOT be taken by mouth for any reason. If you are using tea tree for foul breath or oral health, make sure you spit it out afterward to prevent potential side effects like digestive issues, hives or dizziness.

While it’s not typically swallowed for oral health, a small amount does remain in the mouth afterwards.

Thanks for posing the question.

Jane

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[Arlene HegeStudent]

I have a friend who uses it for oral health all the time. I’m not sure exactly HOW, but I know she uses it to brush her teeth.

I have been using it to try and get rid of a fungus toenail. Not really seeing any improvements though. Not as diligent about putting it on twice a day so I guess that’s to be expected.

[Denette KirklandStudent]

I also have tried tea tree oil to fight toenail fungus, I usually remember to apply it once a day. You are not the only one. We have been using it in our shampoo to help prevent our preschooler from getting lice at school.

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[Peggy ChristyStudent]

Tea tree oil is a staple in my house. If you do a google search  ( I don’t use google anymore, switched to Brave). Anyway you will find 101 uses for it. It is an amazing anti-fungal.  I make all of my body products and it is in most of them. But, I do not take it internally.

[JenelleStudent]

Great for tons of things including skin irritations.

Blessings,
Jenelle

[Lori AshStudent]

It’s my understanding that Tea Tree oil is good for scalp issues. I would like to incorporate it in that sense but the smell of it is not one I particularly like. How can I use it and minimize the scent it leaves?

[Robert Van WagenenStudent]

There is an essential oil called Niaouli, which is a tea tree variant, which is very good for respiratory issues that I have used when I have a cold.   I just diluted it with carrier oil and made a chest rub.

[Denise KentStudent]

Oh, I might try this. I have scouring the internet looking for ways to thicken and regrown my hair!

[SharonBStudent]

Toni,  Tea Tree EO is my first choice treatment for cold sores.  I apply it neat (undiluted) at first sign of a cold sore and reapply whenever I experience any discomfort.  That minimizes or eliminates the pain. The worst of it is over in 1-2 days.  Because it is anti-viral and good for the herpes virus responsible for cold sores, it is one on my list for dealing with shingles, along with lemon balm and St. Johns wort.  Also works for skin tags but be careful not to overdo it.  Used undiluted for too long can cause a sensitivity to it and will give a rash so won’t want to use it anymore. Hope this helps

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