Tea tree oil for acne: properties, recommendations for selection and use

Essential oils - the fastest way to get rid of acne and acne, but even among them there are objective favorites. Tea tree oil is a recognized leader. Due to its antiseptic and regenerating properties, it is the best way to get rid of acne and traces of them, as well as to tone up the skin and improve its condition in general.

Tea tree oil is obtained from the plant of the same name, its second name is melaleuca. This tree has a very rich composition - more than half occupy monoterpenes, removing redness and swelling, improving the tone of the face and eliminating redness. These are unique and completely safe substances contained to varying degrees in all essential oils, but here their concentration is greater than in others. The composition makes the content of 30-39% diterpenes unique.

Useful properties of tea tree ether:

• has the strongest bactericidal, astringent, antifungal and antiviral effects;
• disinfects skin, disinfects;
• does not cause irritation and peeling;
• makes the skin matte, regulating the work of the sebaceous glands;
• tones the skin, returns elasticity;
• It is a strong immunostimulant, including restores skin immunity.

Tea tree oil is recommended for use with:

• acne at any stage, as well as postacne;
• the presence of black points and clogged pores;
• dermatitis: viral, bacterial, parasitic;
• eczema;
• swelling, itching, irritation of the skin;
• herpes;
• warts;
• lichen;
• purulent pimples and boils;
• mosquito bites and other insects.

After applying the funds with this oil on the skin is observed:

• a marked decrease in inflammation, a decrease in the number of acne, including subcutaneous, closed comedones;
• clean and even skin tone without post-acne and blemishes;
• smooth relief: the face is pleasant to touch, it is elastic and soft to the touch;
• the disappearance of herpes;
• increased smoothness and softness of the skin;
• the presence of clean pores without black dots.

In addition to the stunning cosmetic effect, tea tree oil is used in aroma lamps for the treatment of colds and flu prevention, because it has a strong antiviral effect.

Before applying any mask with a tea tree or its oil, it is imperative to carry out a sensitivity test - put a drop on the inside of the wrist, listen to the sensations: burns or not, wait 15 minutes. If you feel comfortable, you can use the tool.

Contraindications to the use of tea tree oil and any funds with it in the composition are:

• burning sensation after sensitivity test;
• frostbite or burned skin;
• burns, mechanical damage to the skin, including scratches and cuts;
• idiosyncrasy, allergies;
• pregnancy and lactation;
• expired shelf life.

When using the oil, make sure that it does not get on the mucous membranes, and if it comes into contact, wash it off with cool water.

Tea tree oil, like rose hip, jojoba, lavender and pumpkin seed oils, is non-comedogenic, that is, it does not accumulate in the pores, does not pollute them, and does not cause black points. Therefore, it is often recommended to use it in combination with these oils.

Oil is a fairly universal product, with which you can make at least a few care products or enrich already prepared ones. Tea tree oil can be found on the shelves of pharmacies and many cosmetic stores. There are oils from different manufacturers in approximately the same way, however, according to reviews, the following products are favorites.

• Tea Tree Essential Oil "Spivak". The soap company “Spivak” with an office in Moscow and shops in some cities of Russia also gives the opportunity to order their products on the official website. In addition to this ether, you can order all that is required for its use: a clay mask, enrichment cream, base and essential oils that interact well with it. The smell is pleasant, but sharp, the consistency of the liquid and quickly absorbed. The cost is about 180 rubles for 10 ml, packed in a cardboard box with useful information on the back, inside there are instructions for use and several recipes.
• Tea tree essential oil from Aromatics. Sold in 10 ml vial of dark glass. Oil undiluted, is extracted and the leaves and shoots of the Australian tea tree. The price is 90-100 rubles.
• Tea Tree Therapy. This is an oil solution, not an oil in its pure form, it contains 15% oil. Volume - 15 ml (400 rubles) and 60 ml (600 rubles). Also at this manufacturer you can find a cream with an extract of tea tree, no less good effect on the skin.
• Aura Cacia. Pure, undiluted tea tree oil with a very persistent odor. Obtained by distillation with water. Sold in vials of 15 ml for 410 rubles and 7 ml for 380 rubles.

Depending on the manufacturer, the oil is sold in a vial with a volume of 5 to 30 ml, large vials of 50-60 ml, almost never occur. When buying, pay attention to where the oil was stored - it should not stand in the light. Bubble should be made of dark glass - brown or green, which minimizes contact with sunlight. Shelf life of oil - 2 years.

The smell of herbaceous ether, something similar to the medicinal. In order to determine whether the ether is diluted or not, you need to drop it on a clean sheet of paper and wait a day - if the next trace remains, it means that the oil is diluted.

Never dilute essential oils, including tea tree, with water - this only enhances their "burning", without improving the antiseptic properties. They can be mixed with various base oils in the following proportions: 2-3 drops of essential to 5-6 drops of base.

Important! You can not apply tea tree oil on the entire skin - only a point on the center of inflammation. Otherwise, it will not only have a healing effect, but also burn the dermis.

Tea tree oil should be stored in a place protected from sunlight, for example, in a refrigerator at a temperature not exceeding 10 degrees or in a dark cupboard. It is strictly forbidden to store without a lid - so the tool will deteriorate very quickly, will expire.

It is not forbidden to apply oil to inflammations pointwise, but a much greater effect can be achieved if used in combination with other ingredients. Here are some proven recipes to get rid of acne and common acne.

Lotion or tonic can be used as a fixing purification step after washing. Means with tea tree oil in the composition will reduce inflammation, gradually lighten post-acne, close pores after washing. For its preparation you will need:

• Herbal collection of chamomile, calendula or sage;
• 7 drops of tea tree oil;
• 2 drops of lemon juice (for problem or oily skin);
• 10 drops of jojoba or rosehip oil.

All ingredients can be found in the pharmacy and grocery store.

The cooking process is simple: dilute 2 tablespoons or 2 sachets of selected herb collection with a glass of water, put on a small fire until boiling. Let cool for an hour. Add oil, lemon juice, mix thoroughly.

Clay masks are well-known and proven anti-acne products, traces of them, shine and enlarged polluted pores. Purchased clay masks with tea tree are quite expensive and often have not quite natural composition. Households will cost a penny, in addition, they are completely natural.

Depending on the type of skin buy clay. White, black and green are suitable for oily, combination and problem dermis, blue and pink - for dry, with normal skin you can use any color. You will also need:

• water - boiled or mineral, herbal infusion or kefir;
• 3 drops of tea tree ether;
• 5 drops of base oil.

In non-metallic dishes mix 1-2 tablespoons of clay with water or other liquid to a state of thin sour cream. Stir, add the base oil first, then essential, mix again.

Since the esters quickly exhale and lose their properties, the mask should be applied immediately: a thick layer on the skin that has been previously cleansed of cosmetics. At first, a slight tingling sensation may be felt - but this is normal with tea tree products. If these sensations increase and not pass, immediately wash off the clay with cool water.

If you feel comfortable, hold the mask for 15 minutes (in the case of dry skin - 10) and wash it off. It is very important not to allow complete drying of the clay on the skin. After use, apply a moisturizer.

Clay masks help against acne on the face and other parts of the body.

This recipe is ideal for dry or sensitive skin with irritation, peeling, black spots or small acne. Take:

• medium chicken egg;
• tablespoon low-fat sour cream;
• 1 egg;
• 4 drops of tea tree ether, 1 drop of lavender and 7 drops of avocado.

Beat the egg, add sour cream and butter into it, mix thoroughly, apply with a flat brush on a clean face. Since the egg white is included in the composition, the mask will be similar to the purchased masks-films - all the dirt from the pores will be removed due to the consistency and actions of the ether. Yolk, sour cream and avocado infuse the skin with vitamins, moisturize, lavender and tea tree cleanse the pores, reduce the quantity and quality of acne, lighten black spots. The composition is kept for 15-20 minutes until complete drying, after the film is removed, and the remnants are washed off with warm water.

Essential oils, including tea tree oil, can be added to finished cosmetics. The best effect will be noticeable when added to the foam or gel for washing, tonic or cream. The proportions are as follows: 3 drops of oil per 20 g of product.

Cosmetic ice is used to cleanse the skin, close the pores, speed up the regeneration, tone up the dermis. Make it at home is very simple. You will need to take:

• ice molds - they can be found in grocery stores, and you can also use candy packaging;
• mineral water, juice, herbal decoction (like a prescription for tonic) or aloe vera juice - 2-3 tablespoons;
• 5 drops of tea tree oil, 2 drops of mint, lemon and lavender;
• 7 drops of jojoba oil or avocado.

Mix the ingredients together and fill the molds with them, then send them to the freezer. Ice must be kept only there, and every morning you will take it out for the duration of the procedure, and put it back.

remember, that for a long time to keep ice on the skin can not, as well as push it into the dermis. Move the cube lightly across the face; it should not linger on the same area for a long time. The procedure is carried out twice a day - in the morning and at night.

A bath with tea tree oil will not only give a feeling of relaxation, relieve fatigue, but also help get rid of acne on the whole body. Type a full bath of water and add 5-7 drops of tea tree there, if desired, you can also drop a little on a sponge or washcloth with shower gel.

Tea tree oil is one of the best oils to get rid of all the signs of acne, including black spots and oily shine. Regular use of products with this component in the composition will improve the condition of the skin, and the use of tea tree ester as a preventive measure will not allow acne to return.

You will learn more about how to use tea tree oil in the following video.