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What happens if you apply tea tree oil directly to skin?

Applying tea tree oil directly to the skin can cause irritation, skin dryness, and redness. It is important to dilute tea tree oil before applying it directly to the skin. The most common dilution is one part tea tree oil to nine parts water or carrier oil. To use tea tree oil directly on the skin, mix the oil with a carrier oil, such as coconut oil, and apply it directly to the affected area. Be sure to do a patch test first to make sure you do not have an allergic reaction.

What happens if you directly apply tea tree oil?

Applying tea tree oil directly to the skin can be dangerous. Tea tree oil is a highly concentrated essential oil, and applying it directly to the skin can cause irritation, burning or redness. It is important to always dilute tea tree oil in a carrier oil such as jojoba or almond oil before applying it to the skin. In addition, tea tree oil should not be ingested.

How long should tea tree oil stay on skin?

Tea tree oil should generally be left on the skin for around 10 minutes before being washed off. It’s important to test a small area of your skin first to ensure that you don’t have an allergic reaction, and that the tea tree oil isn’t too strong for your skin. After 10 minutes, rinse the oil off with lukewarm water and a mild and gentle cleanser.