tea tree
noun
1
: any of various Australasian shrubs or small trees (genus Leptospermum) of the myrtle family that form dense thickets and have aromatic evergreen foliage
2
: any of various melaleucas (especially Melaleuca alternifolia) with aromatic leaves that yield an essential oil used especially as an antiseptic
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Some are supported by evidence, including apple cider vinegar, coconut oil, tea tree oil, and avocado.
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Adrienne Dellwo, Verywell Health, 4 Jan. 2025
Editor’s tip: While tea tree oil can be irritating if used alone, SheaMoisture’s formulation mixes it with borage oil, which hydrates and soothes the scalp.
—Jenny Berg, Allure, 1 Jan. 2025
Their creations are a blend of newer (and trending) skincare ingredients like, niacinamide and hyaluronic acid, with evergreen staples such as clays, turmeric, rosehip and tea tree oil.
—Esha Chhabra, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Salicylic acid takes on blemishes and blackheads, while tea tree oil and witch hazel deliver antibacterial benefits.
—Deanna Pai, Allure, 13 Dec. 2024
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Adrienne Dellwo, Verywell Health, 4 Jan. 2025
Editor’s tip: While tea tree oil can be irritating if used alone, SheaMoisture’s formulation mixes it with borage oil, which hydrates and soothes the scalp.
—Jenny Berg, Allure, 1 Jan. 2025
Their creations are a blend of newer (and trending) skincare ingredients like, niacinamide and hyaluronic acid, with evergreen staples such as clays, turmeric, rosehip and tea tree oil.
—Esha Chhabra, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Salicylic acid takes on blemishes and blackheads, while tea tree oil and witch hazel deliver antibacterial benefits.
—Deanna Pai, Allure, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Tea tree.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tea%20tree. Accessed 10 Jan. 2025.
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