Not exact matches
The
compound terpinen -4-ol is the most abundant and is thought to be responsible for most of tea
tree oil's antimicrobial activity.
Alpha - Terpinene is found in for example tea
tree oil and citronellol, from geranium, is one of the six most common fragrance
compounds in cosmetics and hygiene products.
Lavender
oil and tea
tree oil contain
compounds that act like female sex hormones and interfere with male hormones, researchers have determined.
You definitely need to dilute it with something since tea
tree oil can irritate sensitive skin (due to a
compound called 8 - cineol).
There's several other strategies for maximum benefit: Australia sells the best formulated tea
tree oil products, dark bottles are most effective as they block sunlight, which can oxidise the valuable
compounds.
What's more, tea
tree oil has a few minor
compounds with extra antibacterial strength, including alpha - terpineol and alpha - pinene.
Unlike raw honey and aloe vera, tea
tree oil has one standout
compound — terpinen -4-ol.
Tea
tree oil is great for killing p.acnes as well thanks to its antibacterial terpinen 4 - ol
compound and it's widely acknowledged as the safest natural weapon against mites:
Always follow label directions and use the right size product for your pet — and if Fido is going to be around his kitty housemates, then exercise caution with any pyrethrins or tea
tree oil solutions, as cats are very sensitive to these
compounds.