Tea Tree oil...

How Safe Is It?
Tea Tree oil is non-toxic.
It is generally non-irritating but as with all essential oils those with sensitive skin should use the oil in low dilutions to begin with. 
 

Tea Tree oil should not be taken internally!

In What Ways Can It Be Used?
The use of Tea Tree to aid problems of a physical nature is now practiced worldwide and a range of therapeutic Tea Tree oil products are now available for home remedies...

• PURE TEA TREE ESSENTIAL OIL: this is Melaleuca Oil in its purest and most versatile form;
• Tea Tree is one of only two essential oils (Lavender being the other) which can be used neat on the skin in small amounts. Apply one or two drops directly to spots, cuts, insect bites, stings, blisters and viral problems such as warts, verrucae, cold sores, shingles and Chickenpox lesions.
• During prolonged or debilitating illness blend 3 - 6 drops of Tea Tree Oil in 2 teaspoons of vegetable carrier oil for an immune-boosting massage.
• To combat the spread of airborne germs during illness vapourise 8 drops of Tea Tree in an oil burner, or mix 20 drops with 200ml of spring water in a glass plant sprayer and spray directly into the air, shaking well before each use.
• The use of Tea Tree in a steam inhalation can be a very effective method of obtaining relief from respiratory infections, cattarh, colds or flu. Add 5 drops to a bowl of boiling water, cover the head with a towel and inhale the vapours for several minutes.
• 5 drops added to a warm bath can help relieve the symptoms of Thrush or Cystitis and can also induce sweating to lower a fever during illness.
• To relieve Athletes Foot or fungal infections of the nails add 3 - 5 drops of oil to a warm foot bath and soak the feet daily. Dry thoroughly with a clean towel, especially between the toes. Follow up with an application of Tea Tree Antiseptic Cream.
• To soothe mouth ulcers and sore gums, or to remedy bad breath, make up a mouthwash or gargle by diluting 3 drops of Tea Tree in a teaspoon of brandy. Stir into a glass of warm water and gargle or swish around the mouth. DO NOT SWALLOW!  
• To treat flea infestation in dogs, cats or rabbits prepare a repellent spray by diluting 2 drops of Tea Tree in 300ml (½ pint) of warm water. Brush the fur in the wrong direction and spray the coat with this solution, working from the tail to the head, avoiding the eyes. Brush the coat back into place and towel dry to remove excess spray. Repeat at 5 day intervals until clear.
• A natural anti-bacterial kitchen surface spray can be prepared by combining 60 drops of Tea Tree oil with 500ml of spring water in a plant sprayer. Other oils such as Lemon, Mandarin or Pine may be added for fragrance and to increase de-greasing power. Shake well before each use and dry surfaces thoroughly before food preparation. (Not suitable for polished wood surfaces such as tabletops).
  This preparation is also excellent for cleaning up after pets on kitchen floors.
• Chewing gum can be removed from hair or clothing with an application of neat Tea Tree oil. 
• Fungal Plant Diseases such as Mildew, Rust and Blackspot can be treated with Tea Tree oil which has anti-fungal properties. Full details are available here.  

• MELALEUCA TEA TREE OIL SOAP BAR: our 100% plant based cleansing bar contains both Tea Tree & Eucalyptus essential oils, selected for their deep cleansing, anti-microbal and anti-inflammatory properties..
• Oily skin or acne (caused by an over production of sebum by the sebaceous glands) and skin infections can be helped by the daily use of Tea Tree Oil Soap.
  Use the cleansing bar morning & evening and pat the skin dry. Follow this with an application of Tea Tree Antiseptic Cream.
• Tea Tree oil soap is suitable for all skin types. It has a rich, creamy lather and can be used by anyone as a refreshing face, hand or bath soap.   

• MELALEUCA TEA TREE OIL ANTISEPTIC CREAM: all the benefits of Tea Tree contained in a versatile, non-greasy healing cream. Pure Tea Tree essential oil is combined with Aloe vera, Vitamin E, Sweet Almond oil and extracts of Lavender, Comfrey, Chamomile & Ginseng. 
  This cream is readily absorbed and suitable for any skin type...
• Following facial cleansing with Tea Tree Oil Soap those with oily skin or acne can benefit from a soothing application of Tea Tree Antiseptic Cream.
• The soothing, cooling, anti-inflammatory properties of Tea Tree Oil make this cream ideal for application after shaving or to itchy, inflammed skin, sunburn, rashes, Chicken Pox, or Shingles lesions.
• The fungal skin infection Athletes Foot can be helped by the use of Tea Tree. Take a daily footbath using 3 - 5 drops of essential oil. Dry thoroughly and then massage Tea Tree Antiseptic Cream into the soles of the feet, around the nails and between the toes.
• Keep a jar of Tea Tree Antiseptic Cream in your first aid box for the treatment of cuts, grazes, minor wounds, blisters, insect bites etc.