Tea Tree Oil

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Tea tree oil is defined by international standard ISO 4730 (2004) (“Oil of Melaleuca, Terpinen-4-ol type”), which specifies levels of 15 components, which are needed to define the oil as “tea tree oil.”

Among over 98 compounds contained in the oil, terpinen-4-ol is responsible for most of the antimicrobial activity.

The list of ingredients above is provided for informational purposes only. Always check the actual product label in your possession for the most accurate ingredient information due to product changes or upgrades that may not yet be reflected on our web site.

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February 9, 2011

Pros:

Hollywood & Beauty Tea Tree Oil:
shrunk bumps and left no blemish after continued use for about 4 or 5 days

Nature & Beauty:
seems to be reducing redness and bumps (only got it today)

Cons:

Hollywood & Beauty Tea Tree oil:
Runny and may get into the eyes if on lower half of the forehead and on lips if under nose

Nature & Bounty Tea Tree Oil:
Strong smell

Well, I don't know if these Tea Tree Oils are all different from the other but I didn't by this specific brand. I bought the 2 kinds they sold at Walgreens: Nature & Bounty Tea Tree Oil: this is the one with the very very pungent. Sometimes I think the smell is unique, but it's just really odd. Hollwood Beauty Tea Tree Oil: on the label, it states this specific Tea Tree oil as being for the Scalp but I used it on my skin because the lady there told me a number of other people had done so and reported good things. Its very runny on the skin and tends to leak downward no matter how well you rub it in. This tends to cause a stinging sensation to the eyes if it's placed anywhere on the lower to mid half of your forehead. If placed underneath your nose, it runs into your mouth. Maybe that's why they designed this one for the scalp as the above Tea Tree Oil does not have this runniness problem. My trick was putting it on before bedtime so my eyes would be closed because I had a bump on the lower half of my forehead. I am a light-skinned African American male 24 years of age. I do not have bad acne but I get a couple bumps every now and then that leave blemishes that seem to last forever so it is important for me to tackle those bumps and keep them from turning into blemishes. Both Tea Tree Oil products have done that. Both Tea Tree oil products shrunk my developing bumps after only a few days and left no blemish marks on my skin. Just shrunk them until they disappeared. It's important to note that that I have been using Hollywood & Beauty Tea Tree Oil for well over a month now and I only used Nature & Bounty Tea Tree Oil today; however, that being said it seems one of my bumps and some redness is already going down within just a day of using it. The stuff is phenomenal and I wish I had it as a teenager.
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August 14, 2010

Pros:

Works...for a while
The scent
Very easy to find
Not drying

Cons:

Can sting if skin is dry/broken
Can leave skin oily

It works for me...but it doesn't. It helps clear up existing pimples, but it's so oily that it has caused more.
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November 20, 2009

Pros:

natural alternative to harsh on-the-spot treatments, works quickly, can apply it under makeup

Cons:

REALLY dries out the skin if you over apply. i've had some really nasty peeling, but i blame myself for those times, not the oil

this stuff is great. it's "oil" but it does wonders for drying out pimples. you only need a little bit, but if you keep applying "a little bit" for several days or more than once a day, your skin will probably peel. but i especially love this stuff because you can wear it under your makeup. if i wake up with a pimple and i don't want it to get any bigger, i dab a bit of this stuff on, let it dry for a minute or two, and apply my makeup. it's really great.
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November 3, 2009

Pros:

smells good because of the minty smell,very effective, soothing, doesnt dry skin(I dont know to others because my face is oily) and it lessens oiliness of the face

Cons:

the effect is not very fast

Since I started my college years, I now get pimples, all over my cheeks and forehead, and it does affect my self esteem and my social life so that is why I decided to consult from a dermatologist. I went to the dermatologist to ask if what can I use to get rid of my pimples, and she recommended her soap which contains tea tree oil, at the 1st day, I saw that my pimples are starting to subside, after 3 days, my pimples on my both cheeks are gone and in the 5th day, my pimples on my forehead are now starting to lessen and I do not get new pimple since I started using this tea tree soap. Now, Im happy that my face is clearer yet, the pimple marks are still there but in time, everything will back to normal.
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September 8, 2009

Pros:

Fast results, reduces redness, clears up acne

Cons:

Strong smell, tendency to cause some dryness

It does have a strong smell, but I really like it. I put it on before I go to bed and it seems my face instantly looks better. The redness is gone and my acne clears up within a couple days. It does have a tendency to cause dryness, but I put wild yam cream on top of it so with the two combined I get wonderful results. Plus, tea tree oil is so much healthier than prescription or store bought stuff.
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August 28, 2009

Pros:

I have only just started to use tea tree oil. It feels great and light, it doesn't hurt the skin and already my skin feels lighter and less greasy.

Cons:

Burns if you get it in your eyes:(, but you'd hae to be stupid like me to manage to.

I use 4-5 drops of 100% tea tree oil in a pump spray bottle mixed with 50ml of distilled (sterile) water, and wash my face with an organic tea tree oil soap, and spray that on afterwards. To close the pores i use Avene water spray (also sterile). This works really well, it feels light and smells, in my opinion, really good. Avene spray is amazing, it dries spots out and cools your face down without the need for you to touch the infected areas. Overall i think it is great. I also drink hot water and lemon twice a day before i eat or drink anything. After an age, trying every different skin care regime ( clinique, clearasil, olive oil, acne.org, dermalogica), this seems to really work. You MUST try this.
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August 25, 2009

Pros:

Reduces reddness, makes acne less and less noticable.

Cons:

People say the smell, but i like it. Kinda of a Eucalyptis/ something else smell.

Usually when you get out of the shower acne is red and inflammed... if you apply tea tree oil as soon as you get out of the shower (when your pores are wide open) it works best! It BURNS for about 2-3 minutes. If you CANT handle pain or have sensitive skin DONT do this. As soon as my face completley dried, the redness was already gone, and acne alot smaller. Ive only used this product 2 times(12 hours) and can already see a difference. I use the 100% T.T.O and dont dilute it. My skin is not sensitive at all so its okay for me. I hope it continues to work like it has in the 2 applications ive used! Hope this helps!
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August 15, 2009

Pros:

Makes your skin feel smoother, works FAST, affordable, TRY IT!!

Cons:

If you had previously popped pimples it will make them look worse at first...so don't pop them! Other than that..nothing.

Im 15, and this is the ONLY product that has worked. I use the tea tree oil pads which is not just straight tea tree oil because I have sensitve skin.Everything else made my acne worse and I got allergic reactions. I have been using it for about a week and my acne is almost completely gone. I used to be so embarrassed because almost everyone I know has completely flawless skin. School starts in a couple of weeks and my face is almost completely clear, I hope this continues to work so I can show my new beautiful skin off!
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August 11, 2009

Pros:

great smell, helps shrink cystic acne, makes other acne virtually disappear

Cons:

NONE

great product. i bought the whole skincare regime from the body shop and i love it. definitely worth a shot.
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August 7, 2009

Pros:

Cleared up the majority of stubborn pimples and stops new ones from forming.

Cons:

Smells a little strange, but it's kinda nice smelling once you get used to it. It can react strongly with your skin at first. Stings a bit in the beginning.

I had my doubts, but this stuff has really worked for me. If you get 100% tea tree oil, which I recommend, be sure to get a damp tissue and then apply. Do NOT apply full strength directly to your face, it will burn, trust me. But my mild scars are starting to fade, and my acne is definitely clearing up!
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