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Tea Tree Oil

Melaleuca alternifolia

From the pristine wetlands of Australia emerges this powerful healing essence. For thousands of years, Aboriginal peoples have crushed the leaves of this remarkable tree to treat wounds and infections.

Primary Uses

Acne-fighting, antimicrobial, antifungal

Origin & Habitat

Endemic to the coastal regions of New South Wales and Queensland, Australia. Tea trees thrive in swampy lowlands and along creek beds, where their roots help prevent erosion.

Doc Bankman Moisturizing Elixir bottle
In the Bottle

One of nine botanicals in the Moisturizing Elixir.

Tea Tree Oil does its quiet work alongside eight companions — measured, weighed, and bottled by hand.

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Cures nothing. For external use only. Results vary.