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Active Ingredients

Tea Tree Oil

Often labeled as: Melaleuca Alternifolia

The potent natural antiseptic for spot treating.

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Overall Safety Caution
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 3 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

An essential oil with strong antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, clinically shown to rival 5% benzoyl peroxide in treating acne.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Reduces acne size overnight and kills surface bacteria.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

NEVER apply pure essential oil directly to the skin. It must be diluted in a carrier oil or formulated into a product.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

Natural means it cannot irritate you.

The Science

Pure tea tree oil is highly volatile and can cause severe contact dermatitis if not diluted.