Tea tree oil can be used as a natural solution to get rid of acne. This oil contains natural antibacterial properties which can be a great alternative to harsh synthetic chemicals. In addition, this oil will not remove the skin's natural oils. Tea tree oil can be used directly on pimples or added as an ingredient in various skin treatments. After learning how to use it, this oil can become an effective agent in fighting acne.
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Method 1 of 2: Using Tea Tree Oil as a Spot Treatment for Acne
Step 1. Purchase pure tea tree oil
By getting pure oil, you are ensured that you will not use any unknown ingredients or chemicals on your skin. Look at the label on the bottle and make sure it says “100% pure tea tree oil” or something like that as oil products and concentrations can vary.
Even if you plan to dilute the oil, try to stick to pure tea tree oil (at 100% concentration). With this step, you can set what needs to be used to dissolve or mix the oil
Step 2. Wash your skin
Use a mild soap or liquid cleanser to clean the pimple area. After that, dry the skin because tea tree oil should be used on dry skin surfaces. It's important to use the oil on clean skin because it's easier for the oil to get rid of the pimple once the top layer of skin is clean.
Step 3. Test the oil on the skin
Before applying the oil on a pimple, you need to test it on a healthy area of skin first. Take a drop of the oil on your hands or other easily visible part of your skin and let it sit for a few minutes. If the oil is not irritating at all, you can safely use it to get rid of pimples.
- If the oil causes skin irritation, you can cancel use or dissolve it beforehand so as not to cause irritation.
- Some of the side effects of using tea tree oil include irritation, redness, and dry skin.
Step 4. Make a homemade spot treatment product if necessary
If pure, undiluted tea tree oil is too harsh or causes skin irritation and redness, try using the oil as an ingredient in your homemade spot treatment mix. Mix a few drops of tea tree oil with 2 tablespoons of aloe vera gel, water, or a neutral oil, such as coconut oil or olive oil.
- Tea tree oil is very useful for treating acne, even if it is only 5% of the total spot treatment solution.
- You can also try mixing tea tree oil with pure organic honey. Honey also contains antibacterial properties and promotes skin healing. Tea tree oil mixed with honey can make a useful mask or paste.
- Store the spot treatment solution in a small glass container for easy use.
Step 5. Apply tea tree oil on the pimple
Pour a few drops of the oil or solution on a cotton swab, cotton swab, tissue, or finger. After that, carefully dab directly on the pimple.
Even in small amounts, oil can enter the skin to open clogged oil glands, clean the skin pores from germs, and dry up whiteheads (whiteheads), open blackheads (blackheads), and acne
Step 6. Leave the tea tree oil on the pimple for a few hours or overnight
By letting it sit, the oil can be absorbed into the pimple and eradicate it. The redness and swelling will be reduced, and the pores will be cleaned of germs. After tea tree oil has cleared the pimple, rinse your face with warm water and gently pat dry.
You can rinse off the tea tree oil with plain warm water or a mild cleaning product if necessary
Step 7. Repeat this treatment every day
The use of tea tree oil to kill bacteria and clean pores is more effective if done regularly. However, you can apply the oil any time you want, either in the morning or at night.
This treatment can help reduce active acne and redness that remains as the infection continues beneath the skin's surface
Method 2 of 2: Using Tea Tree Oil in Skin Care Products
Step 1. Use tea tree oil to make a homemade face mask
You can add a few drops of tea tree oil to a homemade face mask to kill bacteria and dry out pimples. Make a face mask using natural ingredients.
- Mix 3-4 drops of tea tree oil with 2 tablespoons of powdered green clay, which you can get from most health food stores. Add enough water until the clay or clay forms a paste that is easy to apply. Apply the mask evenly on the face and leave it on for 20 minutes, then rinse with warm water and pat the face with a towel to dry it.
- Mix 3 drops of tea tree oil, 1 teaspoon of jojoba oil, and half a finely chopped tomato. Apply this face mask directly on cleansed skin and leave it on for 10 minutes. After that, rinse with warm water and pat your face with a towel to dry it.
- Add 5 drops of tea tree oil to 60 ml of plain yogurt (either plain or Greek yogurt) and apply to face as a mask. Rinse with warm water after leaving it for 15-20 minutes.
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Add tea tree oil to your homemade facial scrub.
To make an effective anti-acne scrub or scrub, try mixing tea tree oil with some other natural ingredients available in your kitchen. In a small bowl, combine 60 grams of granulated sugar, 60 ml of sesame oil or olive oil, 1 tablespoon of honey, and about 10 drops of tea tree oil. Gently massage the mixture onto the moisturized face in circular motions for 2-5 minutes. After that, rinse your face with warm water and pat it dry with a towel.
- This scrub may be too harsh for people with cystic acne, but it can be a great product for treating mild to moderate acne.
- Since tea tree oil and honey are natural preservatives, you can make this scrub in bulk and store it in a jar in the medicine cabinet.
Add tea tree oil to cleansing or moisturizing products. You can add a few drops of tea tree oil to your daily moisturizer and facial cleanser to help fight stubborn acne. Use 2-6 drops of oil, depending on how strong you want the solution to be.
Be careful not to get the oil into your eyes. If it gets in the eyes, the oil can sting or cause burns
Add tea tree oil to the soaking water. Pour a few drops of the oil into the bath water to clear acne from your chest, back, and other body parts. In addition, the oil can also add a fresh fragrance to the soaking water.
Try inhaling hot steam mixed with tea tree oil to relieve a stuffy nose. You can try this method if you have a cold or allergies
Buy skin care products that are based on tea tree oil. Many brands are starting to use tea tree oil in their products because of its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. If you feel that pure tea tree essential oil is too strong or you don't have enough time to make your own skincare products, you can buy tea tree oil based care products.
Tea tree oil-based products such as cleansers, moisturizers, and spot gels are some of the most popular choices
Warning
- Tea tree oil is toxic to dogs and cats, so keep it away from pets.
- Tea tree oil should only be used as a topical medication as it can cause serious side effects if ingested.
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