The Wonders of Tea Tree

Tea tree oil is the essential oil comes from the Australian plant Melaleuca alternifolia. This species is unique to Australia native to Northern New South Wales. This tree has very strong therapeutic and medicinal values which are found in its oil, which is obtained through steam distillation from the leaves of the tea tree. It has powerful antibacterial, antiseptic and antifungal properties, making it very versatile. This is why some people have called it the "wonder oil for the skin from down under." Another neat fact about tea tree oil is that it is the only essential oil, except for lavender, that can be applied directly to the skin without a carrier oil. This aboriginal Australian traditional medicine is used for bruises, insect bites, and skin infections. Since tea tree oil is a strong 100% pure concentrate, very little is needed to achieve results. Therefore, it should be used very sparingly. Tea tree oil contains 48+ compounds, with the main 1 beiing terpinen-4-ol. This is what is responsible for tea tree oil's antibacterial and antifungal properties.We can be thankful for the Bundjalung aborigines of Northern New South Wales. They were the first to believe that tea tree leaves had tremendous healing properties. Then in 1923 Dr. A. R. Penfold discovered that tea tree oil is 13 times stronger of an antiseptic bacteriacide than carbolic acid (the universal standard at that time). Big things finally happened in the 1930's to help advance the use of tea tree oil. In 1930 tea tree oil began being applied to pus-filled infections because of its effectiveness and the fact that it promotes the growth and repair of healthy tissue, which lessens the chance of scarring. It was also in 1930 that The Medical Journal of Australia writes its first report on tea tree oil. Finally in 1939 tea tree oil reaches its potential as it is used on World War II soldiers as a disinfectant.You should understand that tea tree oil is a 100% natural product and thus it is entirely environmentally friendly. Plantation owners even go so far as to carefully manage the growth of the trees to ensure that the natural environment remains undisturbed. The leaves are then steamed in order to derive the oil which is extremely safe for topical use, however oral ingestion is not recommended. While there have been some occurrences of allergic reactions to tea tree oil, their incidence is extremely low when compared to synthetic products. So, considering that there are no side effects and a great rate of cases in which this oil has proven to be more than beneficial, it is no wonder that Australia exports tea tree oil to so many countries which provides a valuable boost to this country's exporters.The oil found in the cells of the leaves of the tea tree, which grows in Northern New South Wales and Australia, is a natural antiseptic. It is a great anti-bacterial which kills a broad spectrum of bacteria and a range of stubborn fungi like athlete's foot. While aboriginals have been using tea tree oil for thousands of years, today there isn't a household in Australia that doesn't have tea tree oil in its medicine cabinet. This is because tea tree oil is helpful in numerous ways, including: bad breath, acne and blemishes, athlete's foot, and muscle pain, just to name a few.Tea tree oil is more commonly known as Melaleuca alternifolia. This native Australian plant has numerous remarkable properties since when it's crushed and distilled, its leaves yield a 100% natural oil which is an antiseptic, a fungicide, and a mild solvent. When crushed, the tea tree oil yields terpinen-4-ol (typically 30-40%) which is what makes it antibacterial and antifungal. This completely natural product has a variety of uses, some of which include: medicinal purposes (ie infections, minor burns, sunburn, cuts, abrasions, grazes, sore throats, sunburn, ulcers, cold sores, pimples, acne, zits, spots), skin care and hygiene (found in ie deodorants, soaps, hand creams and lotions, toothpastes, mouthwash, sore throat lozenges, facial cleansers and used to treat ie psoriasis, dry skin rashes, fight bad breath, foot odor, athlete's foot, nail infections, thrush, rashes, and acne), hair care (ie anti-dandruff shampoos and conditioners, treatments for damaged hair), pet care (ie dog shampoo), miscellaneous uses (ie insect repellent, relief of arthritic symptoms), and for relieving the itch from insect bites and stings. Of course, numerous other applications of tea tree oil are also still being discovered. Some of these most recent discoveries include tea tree oil helping with mouth ulcers, varicose veins, hemorrhoids, fatigue, respiratory infections, strengthening the immune system and the female reproductive system, lice, gingivitis, and female vaginal problems.

Natural Pet PAW BALM

Magic's Pet OR Paw Balm is all natural. Help relieve your pet of hot spots, rough paws, rashes, dry patches, and works for many types of minor skin irritations. Yes this dog paw balm is 100% percent natural. No additives, dye, alcohol, paraben etc! Almost too good to be true...almost. Pamper your pet with this all natural healing whipped balm for dogs made with 7 intensive healing ingredients.

Mango Butter (Mangifera Indica Seed Butter) : Mango Butter is obtained from the fruit seed of the Mango Tree (Mangifera Indica) grown in the tropics of India and other parts of the globe. From it's seed a firm butter is rendered. Mango Butter exhibits excellent moisturizing qualities and good lubricity on skin. It also counters the drying effects of bar soaps and cleansers. It is said to prevent the formation of wrinkles while also providing a natural protection against UV radiation. It reduces degeneration of skin cells and restores flexibility. This butter is rich in beta carotene and vitamins A and E. A very rich and exotic butter.

Shea Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii Fruit) : Shea Butter is obtained from the seed of the Karite Tree (Butyrospermum Parkii) common to West Africa. It is high in vitamins E and A, linoleic acid, and fatty acids which makes it ideal for all types of skin and skin problems. Shea Butter is known to benefit dry skin and provides excellent protection against UV rays. It has a very soft yet non-greasy feeling and absorbs readily into the skin. Shea butter has been used for thousands of years in the African culture as the ideal treatment for dry and aging skin.

These amazing paw balm also includes Emu oil and Vitamin E which is important to your health. Please read information on emu oil and super omega 3 6 and 9. Can be found on the right hand side of older posts.

Grape Seed Oil (Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil) : Grape Seed Oil is pressed from the seeds of various varieties of grapes.It is a light weight oil that is high in Vitamins (E, C, & Beta-Carotene), Minerals & Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids. The oil is believed to preserve the natural moisture in aging skin. It easily penetrates the skin providing nourishment for damaged and stressed tissues.It is known to be very effective for repair of the skin around the eyes and to help reduce the appearance of stretch marks.

Cocoa Butter (unrefined) (Theobroma Cacao ( Cocoa ) Seed Butter): Also called theobroma oil, is the pale-yellow, pure edible vegetable fat extracted from cacao seeds (cocoa beans) of the Cocoa tree. The Cocoa tree is a tropical evergreen about 5 - 12 meters high grown in South America and Africa . It is naturally rich in Vitamin E as well as a number of other vitamins and minerals. It contains a natural antioxidant and the moisturizing abilities of cocoa butter are frequently recommended for treatment of chapped skin and lips, and as a daily moisturizer to prevent dry, itchy skin.

Instant Style

To make glossy or wet evening glamorous eyeshadow trick:
Take dry eye shadow and apply first to your eyes as normal.
Next, take some gloss or petroleum jelly and apply a thin layer all over your lids over top of your eye shadow. Let it dry.

* Try not to apply too much. For a daytime dewy youthful look apply a small amount to your lids. This will create a youthful glow to your eyes. You may want to only wear a touch where the light would hit you naturally. Like on the brow line for a natural look.

Lighten Skin Naturally:Take chick peas and mix them with water to make a paste. Then apply mixture to your face. Old remedy to help lighten dark spots. Though modern creams work wonders today like our new day cream or are overnight anti-aging cream.


Instant Style: Pull yourself together- fast
Rushing out of the house and don't have much time to pull yourself together?

Here's a couple of tips:

1) Put on red lipstick- it instantly pulls you together .

2) Pull up hair at the back of your neck in a low pony tail. Twist hair in a French twist . Do this by twisting hair around in a circle wrapping it around its self. Then pull it and wrap it like your making a bun. Pull hair throw the low bun. Make sure their is a opening. Let a few strands poke up and use bobby bins to secure.

Very easy with practice.

If you would like other tips even more advance contact me via email or one of your local That Girl Consultant. Sent up an appointment today.


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