If you're like most people, you probably think of tea tree oil as an essential oil that can be used to help treat acne. And while it's definitely great for that purpose, there are actually many other skin benefits of using tea tree oil that you may not know about. Tea tree oil is a natural antibacterial agent, which means it can help kill the bacteria that causes acne, oily skin, and dry skin. In this blog post, we will discuss the various skin benefits of using tea tree oil and how you can incorporate it into your skincare routine!
What are the skin benefits of tea tree oil?
Tea tree oil is derived from the leaves of the Melaleuca alternifolia, a plant native to Australia. The oil has been used for centuries by the Aboriginal people of Australia for its medicinal properties. Tea tree oil contains compounds such as terpinen-ol and cineole, which have antibacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory properties. These properties make tea tree oil an effective treatment for various skin conditions such as acne, oily skin, and dry skin.
Acne
One of the most common uses for tea tree oil is to treat acne. The oil's antibacterial properties help to kill the bacteria that causes acne while its anti-inflammatory properties help to reduce redness, swelling, and inflammation. It may even prevent and reduce acne scarring.
Oily Skin
If you have oily skin, you may be surprised to learn that tea tree oil can actually help balance your skin's natural oil production. The oil's antibacterial properties help to control the growth of acne-causing bacteria, while its astringent properties help to absorb excess oil.
Dry Skin
If you have dry or itchy skin, tea tree oil's anti-inflammatory properties help to soothe and relieve any discomfort that comes from dry, irritated, or itchy skin. Its antimicrobial properties help to keep your skin stay healthy and free of bacteria.
Products to Try
A key step in Kidskin’s 3-Step Acne Kit, our T-Blast Foaming Cleanser, is perfectly formulated for kids with oily, dry, or acne-prone skin. Each bottle is made with 0.4% tea tree oil. The tea tree oil cuts through the facial oil without drying the skin. It is the best lightweight, foamy, refreshing cleanser for breakouts, blemishes, pimples, and acne. It's also great for those with dry skin, as the tea tree oil will soothe the skin, without any added dryness or irritation.
Kidskin's Odor-Fighting Tea Tree Body Wash uses tea tree oil to fight body acne and bacterial skin issues teens are commonly prone to. Unlike other bar or liquid soaps, this foaming body wash reduces redness and soothes irritation from problematic and compromised skin.