Tea tree oil is an essential oil that can be used for several purposes, including keeping skin, hair and nails healthy.
In addition to its scientifically backed benefits, tea tree oil is inexpensive and safe when used as directed.
Tea tree oil comes from the leaves of Melaleuca alternifolia, a small tree native to Queensland and New South Wales, Australia.
Melaleuca alternifolia is known as the tea tree, it should not be confused with the plant that produces leaves used to make black, green and oolong tea.
Tea tree oil contains a number of compounds, including terpinen-4-ol, that have 
been shown to kill certain bacteria, viruses and fungi.
Terpinen-4-ol also appears to increase the activity of your white blood cells, which help fight germs and other foreign invaders.
These germ-fighting properties make tea tree oil a valued natural remedy for treating bacterial and fungal skin conditions, preventing infection and promoting healing.
We can use tea tree oil as Hand Sanitizer, Natural Deodorant, Antiseptic for Minor Cuts and Scrapes, On Acne, Get Rid of Nail Fungus, Control Dandruff, Banish Mold on Fruits and Vegetables.
