These 10 useful tea tree oil blend recipes are so simple to make with very few ingredients, you’ll be making them all the time! From household cleaning to skincare solutions, these recipes utilise the benefits of tea tree oil for effective results.
What is Tea Tree Oil Good For?
Tea tree oil offers a range of benefits thanks to its natural properties. It fights against bacteria, viruses, and fungi, making it useful for treating acne, infections, and skin problems. Additionally, its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant qualities help soothe and protect the skin.
Tea tree oil also acts as a natural insect repellent and can contribute to oral health when included in dental products.
Beyond skincare, it makes a great addition to cleaning products due to its antimicrobial properties. However, it’s essential to dilute tea tree oil properly to avoid skin irritation and never ingest it, as it can be toxic.
Tea Tree All-Purpose Cleaner
A gentle all-purpose cleaner to use around the home.
Ingredients:
- 10 drops of Melaleuca essential oil
- 10 drops of Lemon essential oil
- A spray bottle
Add the essential oils to a spray bottle and top with distilled water.
Tea Tree Carpet Freshener
Ingredients:
- Half a cup of baking soda
- Melaleuca essential oil
Add 20 drops of Melaleuca essential oil to the baking soda, mix and then sprinkle onto the carpet. Wait a few minutes and then vacuum as usual.
Tea Tree Laundry Freshener
For laundry freshener you need three drops of Melaleuca essential oil, add to the wash cycle to freshen your laundry.
Tea Tree Lip Balm
Ingredients:
- 1/3 oz. Beeswax
- 10 drops of Melaleuca essential oil
- A quarter of a cup of jojoba carrier oil
Mix the ingredients and apply as needed. Store in a small glass container.
Tea Tree and Mint Toothpaste
Ingredients:
- 6 tablespoons of baking soda
- 10 drops of Melaleuca essential oil
- 10 drops of peppermint essential oil
Mix the ingredients with just enough water to make a paste and it’s ready to use.
Tea Tree Mouthwash
You only need half a cup of distilled water and 3 drops of Melaleuca essential oil for mouthwash.
Swish the mouthwash around in the mouth for 3 to 5 seconds to freshen the breath.
Tea Tree Sore Muscle Soother
Ingredients:
- A quarter of a cup of baking soda
- 1 cup of Epsom salts
- 7 drops of Melaleuca essential oil
Mix and add to a nice warm bath. Soak for 10 to 20 minutes and relax.
Tea Tree Oily Hair Reducer
For this, you need 10 drops of Melaleuca essential oil and add this to your favourite shampoo or conditioner when washing your hair. This will help control oily hair.
Tea tree is also great at preventing nits if used every time you wash your hair.
Tea Tree Spot Prone Skin Soother
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon of Witchhazel
- 3 drops of Melaleuca essential oil
Apply to spot-prone areas of the skin to help with irritation. Ideal to use as a toner.
Tea Tree Tired Feet Massage Blend
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons of Sweet almond oil
- 12 drops of Melaleuca essential oil
- 5 drops of Peppermint oil
Combine the ingredients and massage into tired aching feet.
