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Soothing / Anti-Inflammatory

Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract

Often labeled as: Tea Tree Extract

The safe, non-irritating form of Tea Tree.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A water-based extract of the tea tree plant. Unlike Tea Tree Essential Oil, it contains none of the volatile, sensitizing aromatic compounds, making it incredibly safe.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Soothes acne inflammation, reduces redness, and hydrates.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Perfect for sensitive, acne-prone skin that reacts badly to essential oils.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It kills bacteria like Tea Tree Oil.

The Science

It is a soothing anti-inflammatory; it lacks the aggressive antimicrobial punch of the pure oil.