tea tree oil

The Skin Care Benefits of Tea Tree Oil!

April 20, 2012

There are so many natural remedies available to treat our ailments but just don’t know about all of them. We often to to drugstores and doctors for every ailment that we have, I know that I used to. But I often wondered what people did thousands of years ago. When ancient people had skin care problems like acne, what did they do? Well according to WebMD Australian aborigines used tea tree oil traditionally as a remedy for a multitude of skin problems. Tea tree oil has been used to treat conjunctivitis, acne, boils, impetigo, psoriasis, dandruff, cuts and abrasions, ringworm are various other conditions.

Other uses for tea tree oil:

Moisturizer and cleanser: The tea tree oil can be used as a moisturizer and cleanser. It opens clogged pores and clears bacteria from the skin surface. Tea tree oil is a great cleanser and it helps to remove dead cells without causing any harm to the skin.
Antioxidant: Tea tree oil is great antioxidant because it controls the free radicals in the body and boosts the production of collagen. And we all know that collagen production leads to plump youthful looking skin!
Treatment for dandruff: Tea tree oil can help to control dandruff, just rinse hair with a mixture of warm water and a few drops of tea tree oil help keep the flakes at bay.

When I read that tea tree oil can be used to treat acne I decided to but some and try it out. I also read that Tea tree oil was as effective as benzoyl peroxide but more gentle. Seeing is believing, I used some last week on a bad acne breakout on my chin and most of my pimples were gone by morning. This essential oil works because it helps the skin reduce the production of sebum and the antiseptic properties helps wounds heal faster. It certainly worked on my face!

Have you ever used tea tree oil to treat your acne?

Review: Level Naturals’ Menthol & Eucalyptus Shower Bombs

March 1, 2012

Showering and bathing are cleansing not just in the physical sense but mentally as well. And when you add some candles or your favorite scented shower wash that can really enhance relaxation. That’s why I love bath bombs and the like because they smell incredible, often have moisturizing ingredients and can turn bath time into a Zen experience. So when I came across Level Naturals Shower Bomb I just had to try them.

With these bath bombs you simply drop one tablet on the floor of your shower and in seconds the steam will waft up filling your nostrils and bathroom with the scent of eucalyptus, menthol, and tea tree oil. It really makes for a luxurious at home spa experience. Eucalyptus and tea tree oil are great for your skin and they’re also great for opening up your sinuses when you have a cold. And since I am just getting over a cold these little beauties came in handy.

Each bath bombs is individually wrapped to preserve their freshness. And having each table individually wrapped is also great for traveling since you can toss them in your bag without worrying about the mess.

These shower bombs are also vegan, gluten-free and cruelty free. So I will be stocking up on these little guys in a major way. The smell really great and they’re quick easy to use even if you have a limited amount of time to get ready. Each package contain four shower bombs and they’re reasonably priced at $8.00 a box.

Shower Bomb Ingredients:
Sodium Bicarbonate, Corn Starch, Citric Acid, Epsom Salt, Organic Menthol, Safflower Oil, Water, Meadowfoam Oil, Jojoba Oil, Essential Oil (Eucalyptus, Tea Tree), Boric Acid, Rosemary Oleoresin

Have you tried any of these wonderful shower bombs?

Review: Dr. Miracles Follicle Healing Hydrating Oil

August 9, 2010

Over the years I have gone through so many changes with my hair. I’ve cut it, dyed it, gone natural, gone back to straight and everything in between so my hair has been through quite a bit. With my hectic schedule sometimes I take short cuts especially when I’m tired from the day to day grind of my career, going to the gym, taking care of my family and all the other little things that life throws my way. Don’t get me wrong I love my life but it can get a bit messy at times. Some mornings I can pull it together and some mornings I wake up like this:

On mornings like this (see above) I blow dry and/or curl my hair with heat appliances. Yes of course this is very bad and yes it can dry out your hair but sometimes it’s just one of those mornings. With that being said I have to make sure that I deep condition my hair weekly and moisturize my hair on a daily basis. Most recently I have been using Moroccan Oil but I’m always willing to try a new product because hey you never know if something better is out there.

dr miracles follicle healer hydrating oil

I tried Dr. Miracles Follicle Healing Hydrating Oil, this is a part of the new Follicle Healer line. If you haven’t heard, this new line promises a more pleasant scent and more nourishing ingredients. Out of the 4 new products in this line, I would say that this one is my favorite. The ends of my hair can get dry from the heat appliances that I use so I need to use a daily moisturizer to keep them soft and most of all tamed! When I first tried the hydrating oil I noticed that there was an improved scent, it’s definitely less medicinal than before. I liked that the product contains tea tree oil, shea butter, soy protein and jojoba, these ingredients are great for softening hair. The instructions read that the oil should be used daily and massaged into the scalp for 30-60 seconds. It’s believed that regular massage of the scalp helps improve circulation and stimulate hair growth so this is good practice. I used the oil for about a week, massaging my scalp (yes the tingling sensation is still there!) and applying the oil to my ends. My ends are looking much better, they’re not as frizzy and they do not look or feel dry. The best part about the product is that it costs $4.99 for a 2oz bottle with a dropper applicator. This is a very good fit if you’re a budgetnista looking for a moisturizing oil for your hair.