Plant's Power Inc Tea Tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) Essential Oil - Organic

Plant's Power Inc Tea Tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) Essential Oil - Organic is obtained from Melaleuca alternifolia, a tall shrub or small tree with hairless leaves that are prominent in oil glands. It bears fluffy, white flowers during blooming season.

INCI Name: Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil

Chemical Family: Essential Oils

Fragrance: Tea Tree

Ingredient Origin: Natural Origin, Non-Animal Origin, Plant Origin

Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Naturally Derived, Organic, Plant-Based, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Country of Origin
Fragrance
Fragrance Family
CAS No.
68647-73-4, 8022-72-8
EC No.
285-377-1
Part of Plant Used in Production
Leaf and stem
Methods of Production
Steam Distillation

Features & Benefits

Product Characteristics
Tea tree essential oil has a herbaceous, green, leathery aroma.
Product Features
  • Anti-Bacterial
  • Anti-Microbial
  • Antiseptic
  • Anti-Viral
  • Cicatrisant
  • Expectorant
  • Anti-Fungal
  • Insecticide
  • Stimulant
  • And Sudorific Substance
  • Product Features
  • Anti-Bacterial
  • Anti-Microbial
  • Antiseptic
  • Anti-Viral
  • Cicatrisant
  • Expectorant
  • Anti-Fungal
  • Insecticide
  • Stimulant
  • And Sudorific Substance
  • Interesting Facts
    The name Tea tree is used in several plants from the family Myrtaceae, which are all native to Australia and New Zealand.

    Applications & Uses

    Home Care Applications
    Uses
    • Tea tree's popularity comes from the fact that it is highly antiseptic and anti-inflammatory
    • It is used in household cleaners, detergents, massage oils, creams, and other skincare products
    • It is also used to relieve muscular pain, aches, and sprains
    • Tea tree oil improves blood circulation, speeding the healing process and increases the rate of new tissue and cellular growth
    • The oil is rejuvenating and cleansing, provides clear breathing along with a cooling effect on the skin
    Uses
    • Tea tree's popularity comes from the fact that it is highly antiseptic and anti-inflammatory
    • It is used in household cleaners, detergents, massage oils, creams, and other skincare products
    • It is also used to relieve muscular pain, aches, and sprains
    • Tea tree oil improves blood circulation, speeding the healing process and increases the rate of new tissue and cellular growth
    • The oil is rejuvenating and cleansing, provides clear breathing along with a cooling effect on the skin
    Blending Information

    Blends well with:

  • Cinnamon
  • Clary sage
  • Clove
  • Geranium
  • Lavender
  • Lemon
  • Myrrh
  • Nutmeg
  • Rosewood
  • Rosemary and Thyme
  • Blending Information

    Blends well with:

  • Cinnamon
  • Clary sage
  • Clove
  • Geranium
  • Lavender
  • Lemon
  • Myrrh
  • Nutmeg
  • Rosewood
  • Rosemary and Thyme
  • Properties

    Physical Form
    Odor
    Characteristic powerful, fresh, warm, spicy, earthy, herbaceous, green, leathery aroma
    Typical Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Specific Gravity (at 20°C)0.880 - 0.904g/cm³
    Refractive Index (at 20°C)1.476 - 1.482
    Optical Rotation (at 20°C)+6 to +10°
    Composition
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Terpinenl-4-ol35.0 - 48.0%
    γ-Terpinene14 - 28%
    α-Terpinene6.0 - 12.0%
    α-Piene1.0 - 4.0%

    Regulatory & Compliance

    Certifications & Compliance
    Chemical Inventories

    Safety & Health

    Safety
    For topical uses only, dilute before use. Avoid contact with eyes and mouth. Tea tree oil is poisonous when taken internally.

    Storage & Handling

    Storage

    Store in well-filled, tightly sealed containers, in a cool dry place, away from direct sunlight. Avoid contact with iron

    Storage

    Store in well-filled, tightly sealed containers, in a cool dry place, away from direct sunlight. Avoid contact with iron