Tea tree oil is an essential oil traditionally used to treat wounds, burns, and other skin infections.
Today, proponents say the oil may benefit conditions from acne togingivitis, but the research is limited.
It’s also used in aromatherapy.
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No supplement is intended to treat, cure, or prevent disease.
This keeps the mites from laying eggs.
Molluscum:A common viral skin condition in children, molluscum causes contagious skin bumps.
However, more randomized controlled trials are needed to confirm benefits.
For now, it’s best to stick with traditional treatments like antibiotics or antifungal creams.
More robust clinical trials are needed to determine if tea tree oil is beneficial for any of them.
Tea tree oil should not be swallowed, even in small quantities.
Researchers have studied various doses of tea tree oil.
What If I Take Too Much Tea Tree Oil?
That means some supplement products may not contain what the label says.
Other side effects and drug interactions are also possible.
Talk to your healthcare provider to determine whether tea tree oil is safe for you.
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