Tea Tree Antibacterial Handwash 500ml (Pack of 3)

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The tea tree oil group also reported less itching and greasiness,' she adds. 13. Tea tree oil can treat thrush

The fresh and natural scent of Tea Tree Oil will spread in your bathroom every time you wash your hands clean with the liquid hand soap. Good hand hygiene is important to prevent bacteria from spreading, and you should therefore wash your hands every time you have been to the toilet, before and after you cook and eat, and when you have sneezed or coughed. All products from Australian Bodycare are dermatologically tested, and this is your guarantee that the soap is effective and suitable for daily use by the whole family.In one 2002 study, 126 patients with dandruff were randomly allocated to either use tea tree oil shampoo or a placebo for 4 weeks,' says Dr Lee. 'At the end of the study, the tea tree oil group showed a 41% improvement compared to 11% in the placebo group.' Researchers in one 2003 study looked at whether tea tree oil could be used as a treatment for oral candidiasis (thrush), with promising results. During the testing in the lab, they found that the oil was effective, and a follow-up test on rats confirmed these results. Some users of tea tree oil may experience a skin reaction including irritation, itching and stinging,' warns Kaura. 'Alongside this, in rare cases, people have reported a burning sensation following use. If this occurs, you should stop using the product immediately and seek advice from your pharmacist or GP.' The active ingredient Tea Tree Oil is known to counteract bacteria and it makes the product effective in washing bacteria and dirt away from the skin. Tea Tree Oil also leaves a clean and fresh feeling on the skin, and the soap’s lather cleanses the skin thoroughly.

Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) is a 'super bug' which causes wound infections and is resistant to many different antibiotics, but studies have suggested tea tree oil is effective in preventing it. If you develop side-effects from the use of tea tree oil or have a skin or anaphylactic reaction, always inform your GP and make sure this information is added to your medical record.Good hand hygiene can also aid in a better-looking facial skin. A good wash of hands and fingers removes the bacteria on the hands that you otherwise risk transferring to your face when you touch your face, e.g., if you are scratching or applying makeup. We spoke to Dr Deborah Lee from Dr Fox Online Pharmacy and LloydsPharmacy Pharmacist Anshu Kaura about tea tree oil benefits, uses and potential side-effects: What is tea tree oil? Tea tree oil is an essential oil that originates from the Tea Tree plant- Melaleuca alternifolia – also known as the Paper Bark tree. Dandruff occurs when your scalp sheds white skin flakes, often associated with an itchy scalp, and Tea tree oil has been found to be effective in dandruff reduction.

While tea tree oil is generally considered to be safe to use for adults, the elderly and children over 12 years of age, it does come with some warnings. Tea tree oil applied topically to the skin has been found to be safe, but some people may experience a skin reaction, so always do a patch test before use.Tea tree oil is also widely used as an antiseptic. 'It can be used for the treatment of small superficial wounds and insect bites,' says Kaura. 4. Tea tree oil can reduce your risk of viral infections Tea tree oil comes with a number of different health benefits and uses, including the following: 1. Tea tree oil is antibacterial Tea tree oil has antioxidant properties, as it reduces the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) by white blood cells. ' Antioxidants are imperative for human health as they counteract oxidative damage which is regularly occurring inside all the cells of the body, as part of cellular metabolism,' says Dr Lee. 7. Tea tree oil can be used as an anti-histamine