Antiseptic/Bacterial Properties: A general disinfectant that fights bacteria in all kinds of wounds and infections.
Anti-Fungal Properties: Treats fungal diseases affecting humans and animals. 
Anti-Viral Properties: Fights may common infectious diseases. 
Anti-Inflammatory Properties: Good skin penetration capabilities. 
Antimicrobial Properties:  Extremely low potential for skin irritation or sensitisation. 
Immuno-Stimulant: Helps the body to fight off all kinds of infections. This is especially important if the body is weakened already. 
Cleans Wounds:  Tea tree oil dissolves pus and cleans the surface of wounds without damage to the tissue. 
Repairs Skin: Tea tree oil helps skin to heal by by encouraging the formation of new scar tissue. 

The aroma of the oil is warm, spicy, medicinal and volatile. It is occasionally used to scent spicy colognes and aftershaves. It blends well with lavandin, rosemary and nutmeg oils. Aromatherapy benefits: cleansing, purifying, uplifting. The Tea Tree (melaleuca alternifolia) is a member of the Myrtaceae family and is an indigenous species to Northern New South Wales, Australia. The oil is found within the cells of the leaves, and as the Tea Tree is extremely fast-growing it is a constantly renewable resource. The crushed leaves were used as a general antiseptic by the Native Australians for thousands of years. Captain James Cook and his crew used the leaves as a substitute for tea, hence the name. Unlike the dilute tea, however, the concentrated oil should be used topically, not ingested. Tea Tree oil is an effective bactericide killing a broad spectrum of bacteria and a range of stubborn fungi. It is safe for healthy tissue and does not inhibit normal cell growth and rejuvenation. Tea Tree oil is a powerful organic solvent and will actually dissolve the lumps of white blood cells which make pus. The oil contains numerous chemicals known as terpenoids. The oil kills fungus and bacteria, including those resistant to some antibiotics. A single blind study has shown topical application of 5% tea tree oil in people with acne is as helpful as benzoylperoxide and has fewer side effects. Tea tree oil contributes to an extremely effective antibacterial shampoo. A double blind study found 100% tea tree oil applied topically was as effective as the antifungal medicine clotrimazole for people with athlete’s foot fungus affecting the toe nails. Dilute solutions, containing no more than 5% tea tree oil, can safely be used as a very effective mouthwash. Unlike many antiseptics, Tea Tree oil kills bacteria as effectively in the real environment of the body as it does in the test tube. Its solvent nature allows it to penetrate into skin layers, even reaching inaccessible sites such as the fingernails and toenails. Tea Tree oil is usually without any contra-indications but it may cause sensitization in some people. It can help with influenza, cold sores, catarrh, glandular fever and gingivitis. Tea Tree oil could help clear bronchial congestion, asthma, coughs, sinusitis, whooping cough and tuberculosis. On the genitourinary system Tea tree oil could be effective to help clear vaginal thrush, cystitis and genital infections in general. Tea Tree oil could help clear abscesses, acne, burns, dandruff, herpes, and oily skin; also valuable for athlete's foot, cold sores, blemishes, diaper rash, warts, sunburn and infected wounds. In vapor therapy Tea Tree oil can help with: colds, measles, sinusitis and viral infections. Used as a wash, applied directly or used neat, Tea Tree oil can help with: abscesses, bed sores, acne, boils, lice, dandruff, wounds and animal or human bites. Tea Tree oil can be used as a mouthwash for: gum infections, mouth ulcers, throat infections and tonsillitis. Tea Tree oil blends particularly well with Cinnamon, Clary sage, Clove, Geranium, Lavender, Lemon, Myrrh, Nutmeg, Rosewood, Rosemary and Thyme. Steam distillation and cold pressing are used to extract the essential oil from the plant. Starwest Essential Oils are guaranteed to be 100% pure and undiluted. The distillation process occurs either at the site where the plants are grown or at a distillery. Each oil is tested for purity and strength using the gas chromatography method. Packaged in glass amber bottles to preserve the oils, the 1/3 ounce size has a fitted dropper insert and a tamper-evident, child-proof lid. The larger items are in amber glass or PET gallon containers, depending on the product. Starwest’s pure essential oils are suitable for use in aromatherapy, cosmetic preparation, healing and body care, potpourris and more. Essential oils are very potent and should always be used sparingly and in conjunction with a reliable reference.

Distillation Method: Steam or water distilled from the leaves and twigs.

Precautions: Always consider safety precautions when using essential oils. Due to their high concentration. a little goes a long way. May cause skin irritation if not diluted, and may be toxic if taken internally. Keep outof reach of children. Dilute properly. External use only. Keep away from eyes and mucous membranes. 

Botanical Name: Melaleuca alternifolia
From Australia. KCS Kosher. Non-irradiated.

More About Starwest Botanicals
Superior quality has always been the goal at Starwest Botanicals. They are dedicated to providing the freshest and purest botanicals. Striving to offer only those herbs and spices with verified quality. They continuously monitor product quality to ensure customer safety and satisfaction. Starwest’s facility is inspected annually for good manufacturing practices by the American Institute of Baking (AIB) and audit all suppliers yearly to assure they meet the GMP requirements.