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QuestionWhat is the ratio of tea tree oil to water?Julie Brow-Polanco is a Master Herbalist & Certified Aromatherapist with more than 11 years of experience. She is an expert on natural remedies and specializes in using them to support whole-body wellness, particularly immune, digestive, nervous, and reproductive health. Julie earned a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Dominican University, a Master Herbalist Certification from The School of Natural Healing, and a Certificate of Aromatherapy from the Pacific Institute of Aromatherapy. Julie is a member of the American Herbalist Guild and a Certified Aromatherapist through the National Association of Holistic Aromatherapy.Well, it doesn't dilute very well in water. It can be used without dilution in some instances, but usually the best option is a 2% dilution to the oil of your choice — my personal recommendations are apricot kernel oil or coconut oil.
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QuestionCan tea tree oil be used safely on a boil, or should it be diluted?Dr. Zora Degrandpre is a Natural Health Doctor and Licensed Naturopathic Physician in Vancouver, Washington. She is a grant reviewer for the National Institutes of Health and the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. She received her ND from the National College of Natural Medicine in 2007.Tea tree oil should always be used diluted in a carrier oil. You can repeat the treatment on the boil 4-6 times a day.
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QuestionFor dogs, what should I use to dilute the tea tree oil, and at what ratio?Dr. Zora Degrandpre is a Natural Health Doctor and Licensed Naturopathic Physician in Vancouver, Washington. She is a grant reviewer for the National Institutes of Health and the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. She received her ND from the National College of Natural Medicine in 2007.You can use water or a carrier oil such as jojoba or castor oil. Start with about 4-5 drops of tea tree oil for every ounce of carrier oil.
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QuestionMy ophthalmologist told me to use tea tree oil for mites and bacteria in my eyelashes. Is it safe to use around my eyes? How should I dilute it?Dr. Zora Degrandpre is a Natural Health Doctor and Licensed Naturopathic Physician in Vancouver, Washington. She is a grant reviewer for the National Institutes of Health and the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. She received her ND from the National College of Natural Medicine in 2007.Yes, tea tree oil is safe around the eyes, but be careful not to get any in your eye. Use 4-5 drops of tea tree oil in a tablespoon of carrier oil, such as castor or jojoba oil. Use a cotton ball or q-tip to apply it only to your eyelashes.
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QuestionHow much tea tree oil should I mix with water for my dog's ear infection and for her skin?Dr. Zora Degrandpre is a Natural Health Doctor and Licensed Naturopathic Physician in Vancouver, Washington. She is a grant reviewer for the National Institutes of Health and the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. She received her ND from the National College of Natural Medicine in 2007.Call your vet for the best advice, but a starting point would be 4-5 drops of tea tree oil for every ounce of water.
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