Indigenous Australians from the Bundjalung tribe applied tea tree leaves as poultices for wounds and skin infections long before the European discovery of the continent. In the 1930s, tea tree oil became part of Australian soldiers’ first aid kits as an antiseptic.
Today, it is one of the most thoroughly researched essential oils in the world. Clinical studies confirm its effectiveness against a broad spectrum of bacteria, fungi, and viruses, including Staphylococcus aureus and Candida albicans. In skin care, it is used for imperfections, acne, nail fungus, and dandruff. When diffused, it purifies the air and supports natural immunity during cold and flu season.
Its aroma is fresh, herbal, and slightly camphoraceous. Instantly recognizable and unequivocally associated with purity. On an emotional level, it introduces a sense of order and clarity to a space, especially noticeable after winter months or in enclosed rooms needing ventilation.
Scent Profile: fresh, herbal, camphoraceous, clean, and woody