Tea tree (topical)

Tea tree (topical) (Melaleuca alternifolia) — reference monograph in your Materia Medica.
Overview
Strongly aromatic essential‑oil bearing leaf; used diluted for topical cleansing.
Constituents & energetics
Terpinen‑4‑ol–rich essential oil. Pungent, penetrating.
Parts used
Diluted essential oil; leaf in steam is less common.
Preparations

Diluted EO in carrier (typically 1–5% topical).
Aromatic steam or rinse (very dilute).

Notes
Not for internal use. Patch test for sensitivity.
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