How to control seborrheic dermatitis with tea tree oil
Control of seborrheic dermatitis with Tea Tree Oil
A common all-natural method used to treat seborrheic dermatitis is the use of tea tree oil. Anyone who has studied various natural treatments for seborrheic dermatitis has come across this natural oil in their search. Tea tree oil is specifically used to target the multiplication of yeast on the skin. I will explain in more detail how tea tree oil can help alleviate the symptoms caused by seborrheic dermatitis. This useful oil is becoming more and more popular and is therefore highly valued by many.
What is Tea Tree Oil?
Tea tree oil has become one of the best essential oils because it contains strong antifungal substances. It effectively helps control many species of fungi, yeasts, and bacteria. This essential oil dates back hundreds of years when it was commonly used as a natural remedy to treat a variety of skin conditions, from warts to dandruff. It also contains antibacterial properties that are derived from the leaves of the Narrow Paperbark tree.
You can find this product in any health or grocery store at an affordable price. It is quite common to come across oil mixed with shampoos, conditioners, and cleansers. In most cases, it is better to use only the oil itself in its pure form. When oils are blended with other ingredients, it is this processing blended with other products that greatly dilutes the effects compared to pure tea tree oil alone. It should be noted that caution should not be exercised before using this oil. Tea tree oil is very effective in its pure form, so we recommend diluting it as much as possible by mixing it with other types of oils.
Ways to incorporate tea tree oil for relief from seborrheic dermatitis
The surprising thing about this method is that it can be used in a variety of ways. Implementing this anti-inflammatory solution into your seborrheic dermatitis skin care regimen will help control many of the related symptoms of this condition. The methods described here are very easy to implement, however, extreme care must be taken when using tea tree oil on sensitive skin. This medicinal oil is relatively rich and can therefore quickly irritate the eyes and skin. For this reason, the oil should never be left on the skin for a long time unless diluted with other oils. In addition, antiseptic oil should be kept out of the eyes, and if irritation persists where symptoms do not resolve, it is recommended that you seek medical advice. Always apply the test patch to a small area of skin, such as the arm, and wait 30 minutes to make sure you do not get an allergic reaction. This will ensure that if the oil is applied to more sensitive areas of the skin, you will tolerate it.
Mixing Tea Tree Oil in combination with carrier oils to alleviate the symptoms of seborrheic dermatitis
Carrier oil, as its name suggests, is simply the type of oil used to dilute essential oils before they are applied to the skin. It “wears” essential oil on the skin so it can be easily absorbed by the skin. These carrier oils or base oils come mainly from vegetable origin. Nuts and seeds are included as other popular extracts for carrier oils. Common types of carrier oils include grape oil, jojoba, almond, and olive oil. There is much more to choose from.
A highly effective method for treating the symptoms associated with seborrheic dermatitis is the use of undiluted tea tree oil and tea tree oil mixed with carrier oils. This is a simple method that does not require much work. What you do is mix a teaspoon of carrier oil with one or two drops of antifungal oil, then simply spread the mixture in the palms of your hands before applying it to the problem areas.
Let the mixture soak into the skin for 5–10 minutes and then gently wipe the oil with a soft microfiber cloth. You may even encounter residual sebum, which then stays on the skin, and can be oily. In this case, you can simply take a mild facial cleanser and wash your skin to remove excess oil, a tactic that teaches the effectiveness of the oil treatment while removing excess shine or grease. If you perform this treatment at night, you will not have to worry about excess sebum compared to the day. However, if you are just starting to use skin oils, it may take some time to get used to the extra skin oils.
It is good to start slowly with the above method. You don’t want to dive into this head first without knowing what you’re getting into. For this reason, I highly recommend starting with applying a small concentration of tea tree oil to a small piece of skin. This will help ensure that you have a better idea of things. You may be wondering if this is something you want to continue or if it is not the right method.
