Monday, January 7, 2013

Tea Tree Oil – a Trusted Solution for Healthier Tresses


Struggling with dandruff, dry and flaky scalp? Now, you can prevent these hair problems from wreaking havoc into your already dull and lifeless strands with the use of tea tree oil.
Most of us are not aware that tea tree oil has a long history of medicinal use. From healing burns and cuts to preventing hair problems, tea tree serves as a powerful herb for the treatment of various skin and hair conditions.

Tea tree oil is extracted from the leaves of the narrow-leaved tea tree plant known as melaleuca alternifolia. This yellowish colored oil has antifungal, antibacterial, antiseptic and antiviral qualities, making it an essential agent for the treatment of hair-related conditions like dandruff, split-ends, dry and flaky scalp as well as hair fall and hair loss problems.
Tea tree oil aids in controlling the build-up of sebum in the scalp, increasing the chances of producing thicker and healthier strands. In addition, this essential oil also prevents hair dryness and brittleness as it acts as a natural moisturizer.

DIY Recipe for Dry and Brittle Hair Strands
Ingredients: 2 drops of lavender essential oil, 2 drops of tea tree oil, 3 drops of rosemary essential oil, and 6 tablespoons of coconut oil.
Directions: Add all the ingredients into an empty bottle. Shake well to combine the mixture thoroughly. Spray the mixture on the scalp.  Next, massage the scalp gently using the palm of your hand. Cover your head with a soft towel and leave it on for 30 minutes. Afterwards, wash your hair with your regular shampoo.

DIY Recipe for Dandruff Control
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon of tea tree oil, and 1 cup of water.
Directions: Place 1 cup of water into an empty bottle. Then, add 1 tablespoon of tea tree oil. Shake well to combine the mixture.
After washing your hair, gradually spray the mixture onto the hair strands and gently massage your scalp. Leave it on until you hair is completely dried.
Another alternative recipe to control the onset of dandruff is to add a few drops of tea tree oil to your natural shampoo. Note: For each 32 ounces of shampoo, use 1 teaspoon of tea tree oil.

Caution

Undiluted tea tree oil can cause allergic reactions (e.g., itchiness, irritation and redness on sensitive skin). With that, if you have sensitive skin, make sure to dilute the oil with carrier oils such as olive, sweet almond, jojoba and sunflower to reduce its concentration.

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