Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil

Tea Tree Oil

activeCAS: 68647-73-4

Tea tree oil. Natural antibacterial and antifungal. Effective at 5% for acne. Can cause sensitization. Always dilute.

Safety Ratings

Safety3/5

Comedogenic2/5

Irritancy3/5

EWG Score5/10

Skin Type Compatibility

oily

4/5

dry

2/5

sensitive

1/5

combination

3/5

normal

3/5

Addresses Concerns

acnefungal infections

Functions

antibacterialanti-acneanti-inflammatoryantifungal

Known Interactions

synergy

Salicylic acid exfoliates inside pores (being oil-soluble) and provides anti-inflammatory action, while tea tree oil offers broad antibacterial activity against acne-causing bacteria (C. acnes). Together they address acne through complementary mechanisms.

Products Containing This Ingredient

Peaux sèches Soin de jour renourissant aux oligo-élémentsPharmavie

Extra Firming JourClarins

Haute Exigence JourClarins

Crème jour - Abeille RoyaleGuerlain

Crème Légère Hydratante Eté et Temps ChaudsDermaclay

Gel RevitalisantClarins Men

Comme à la plage Crème bonne mine hydratante et autobronzantePulpe de vie

Crème de jour fluideDr. Hauschka

Beauté de l’abeilleAtelier du lautaret

Hydration Pro Serum (24hour Hydration) With Essential OilSwiss Toniq Geneva

Hydration Pro Serum (24hour Hydration) Without Essential OilSwiss Toniq Geneva

Ultra SensitiveSwiss Toniq Geneva

Crema viso nutrienteIo Coop

Soin Hydratant Peau Sensible Baobab Avoine EpilobeBulldog

Crème réjouissante miel & citronL'Occitane

BIOLOGYA-DERMA

Crème hydratante protectrice pour le visage et le corpsL'Oréal

Ultra doux Corps - Beurre réparateur Trésors de MielL'Oréal

Lait crème pour le corps lavande bois de santalDR. Hauschka Kosmetik

Rêve de Miel - Crème Mains et OnglesNuxe

Affiliate links — we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

Back to Ingredient Database