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Tea Tree Oil

As well as being soothing and disinfecting, tea tree oil is capable of penetrating into the lower layers of skin, helping the skin to heal from the inside out. Its expectorant qualities have made it popular for the treatment of head colds and throat and chest infections.

Because of its numerous benefits, many cosmetic and skin care companies now use tea tree oil in a wide variety of products—everything from shampoos and conditioners to acne treatments to cleansers and products designed specifically for men.

Hair Care Products
Anti-Dandruff Shampoo for Oily Scalp by Rene Furterer controls flaking and itching and uses tea tree oil to purify the scalp and prevent dandruff from reappearing. Dermalogica Silk Finish Conditioner relies on lemon, eucalyptus and tea tree to instantly detangle knots and help prevent the itching associated with dry scalp.

Acne Products
Tea tree oil’s quick-drying antibacterial properties make it ideal for on-the-spot acne treatments. Dermalogica’s Overnight Clearing Gel works while you sleep to promote skin healing and return your complexion to its clear, healthy state, while Neova’s Intensive Blemish Treatment is a fast-drying invisible gel that quickly clears breakouts—without harsh or irritating side effects.

Use Purifying Mask pHaze 9 from PCA Skin weekly to soothe skin while eliminating impurities. SkinMedica Purifying Masque is a soothing gel mask that is formulated with tea tree oil, cooling menthol, therapeutic camphor and rosemary to gently revitalize irritated and acne-prone skin. Poreless Gel by Dr. Brandt is an alcohol-free hydrating gel that reduces oil production while treating and clarifying oily skin to prevent future breakouts.

Men’s Products
Because of its calming antiseptic properties, tea tree oil often is used for soothing irritated skin—and what skin is more irritated than a man’s face after shaving? Prevent redness and razor bumps with Professional Shave by Dermalogica. Silicone and essential oils create a cushion between razor and skin for the ultimate in closeness without nicks, scratches or redness. After shaving, try Real Menerals Cooling Skin Soother by Colorescience, which cools and soothes with tea tree and other essential oils work to prevent razor burn, rashes, ingrown hairs and blemishes.

Decleor Keep Control gel, from the company’s Decleor for Men line, provides a smooth, matte finish to control excess oil and guard against shine. Aqua-Gel Foaming Cleanser for Him by Pevonia Botanica contains jojoba granules, tea tree oil, soy protein and more and removes all impurities, leaving skin fresh and clean.

Cleansers
Purifying Facial Cleanser by Neova is moisture-rich, thanks to tea tree, sage, thyme and eucalyptus oils, and works to rid pores of blemish-causing oil and debris. Decleor Gel Demaquillante - Cleansing Gel for Face is specially formulated for those with oily or combination skin and creates a wonderful sensation of purity and freshness.

Baby Products
California Baby uses tea tree oil extensively in their baby products. Any mother who has tried to deal with her baby’s cradle cap can tell you how stubborn it can be to treat. Their Shampoo & Body Wash - Tea Tree & Lavender is gentle enough to use from birth, and is effective in calming and cleansing baby’s hair without drying the scalp. The company’s Calming Diaper Rash Cream is a rich formula that uses tea tree oil’s anti-fungal properties to soothe irritated skin and create a moisture barrier against further irritation.

Body Treatments
If you’re ready to get away from it all, check out Dermalogica’s Stress Relief Treatment Oil, which uses aromatherapy for stress reduction and can be used as a luxurious bath therapy, massage oil or hand and foot treatment. Comfort Foot Cream by Decleor targets dry, cracked and damaged skin, leaving feet soft, smooth and sandal-ready.

Cosmetics
Colorescience Lip Polish Wands and Lip Serums are formulated with tea tree oil and peppermint to soothe lips and freshen breath and come in a variety of colors to flatter every skin tone. The company also offers its Smoothing, Soothing Skin Brightener - Line Tamer, which is designed to be used as a primer for your regular foundation. The pale yellow cream fights against redness and contains antioxidants to prevent against free radical damage.

Article posted 9/04/2007.

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