tea tree oil

An oil distilled or extracted from the tea tree—Melaleuca spp—which is antimicrobial due to presence of terpineol. Tea tree oil is used topically for abrasions, acne, athlete’s foot, bites, cuts, fungal infections and, for dogs, as a flea shampoo
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tea tree oil

The aromatic essential oil of Melaleuca alternifolia, used as a topical antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antifungal in a range of herbal medicines. Skin irritation may occur in some sensitized people exposed to the oil or if the oil is used in high concentrations.

See also: oil

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