Creating healing potions with Tea Tree Oil

The list of tea tree oil uses is long and growing! To get the most out of this essential oil, try some of the recipes and instructions that follow. Here are not only healing potions, but household helpers, too. The essence of the tea tree oil provides many benefits you can tap into.

Mouthwash - For a mouthwash that not only freshens the breath, but also kills the bacteria that causes gum disease and decay, add two or three drops of tea tree essential oil to a half cup of pure water. Use this mixture to rinse out your mouth. Spit it out instead of swallowing it. Tea tree oil is safe to use inside the mouth, but is not really edible.

Foot powder - Mix one cup of cornstarch with one cup of baking soda. Shake them together in a quart jar with a lid. Add ten drops of tea tree oil and shake well. The baking soda gives the powder a good texture while also absorbing odors, while the tree tea oil helps kill fungus and germs. Use in cases of athletes foot or hot tired feet.

Remedy for nail fungus - Tea tree oil can be applied two or three times a day to affected nails. Trim the nail well before applying the oil. Treat the nails as soon as you notice yellow or white blotchy spots on them. This is how nail fungus, a form of yeast infection, first appears. Soaking the nail first in apple cider vinegar or antibacterial mouthwash enhances the healing of toenail fungus. Tea tree oil can be used two or three times a day.

Canine tea tree oil shampoo - To help Fido repel his fleas, add 1/2 tsp. tea tree oil to a bottle of dog shampoo. Shake to blend, and use as usual. In the case of ticks, a drop of tree tea oil applied directly to the tick can cause it to release its bite on the animal. Don't use tea tree essential oil on cats. Natural flea collar - Take a length of absorbent cotton cording, such as clothesline. Pour a bit of tea tree oil on it. Wrap the cord in a piece of fashion fabric or a bandanna, and tie it comfortably around the dog's neck. Tea tree oil is not recommended for use on cats.

Room deodorizer - Add a few drops of tea tree oil to a 16 ounce spray bottle of purified water. Spray freely to freshen the air and discourage germs. You can add a few drops of lavender, orange, or other essential oil you like for aromatherapy properties and for fragrance.

Repellent for ants and cockroaches - Mix a teaspoon of tea tree oil into your cleaning water when wiping out the cupboards. Also, wipe some tree tea oil at the doorway and anywhere else these bugs might be coming into the house.

Disinfectant cleaner - Again, add a teaspoon of tea tree oil to a gallon or two of warm water for cleaning. This cleaner is safe, natural, and appropriate for bathroom surfaces, toilets, floors, and kitchen counters. This same recipe can be used in a diaper pail for soaking cloth diapers before you get a chance to wash them. In fact, you can add a teaspoon or two of the tree tea oil to the washing water when machine washing those diapers for germ-killing action and freshness.