Fresh, herbaceous and unmistakably clean, Northridge Oak Tea Tree Essential Oil is a versatile oil for skincare, scalp care, household recipes and refreshing diffuser blends. Our Tea Tree Oil is 100% pure, undiluted and third-party GC/MS tested, giving you a dependable single essential oil with no fillers or synthetic fragrance.

Whether you are building a simple skincare routine, freshening a stuffy room or mixing a naturally clean-smelling household recipe, Tea Tree is one of the most useful oils to keep within reach.

Tea Tree Essential Oil at a Glance

• Botanical name: Melaleuca alternifolia
• Bottle size: 10 mL (0.33 fl oz)
• Plant part: Leaves and small branches
• Extraction method: Steam distilled
• Aroma: Fresh, medicinal, herbaceous and camphoraceous
• Consistency: Thin
• Purity: 100% pure and undiluted
• Quality: Third-party GC/MS tested
• Ingredients: 100% Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil

Why Choose Northridge Oak Tea Tree Essential Oil?

Essential-oil quality matters—especially when an oil will be used on the skin or in everyday household recipes. Northridge Oak Tea Tree Essential Oil is:

• 100% pure, with no carrier oils, fillers or synthetic fragrance
• Bottled undiluted so you control the concentration for each use
• Third-party GC/MS tested to help verify identity and purity
• Prepared in small batches by our family-owned business
• Packaged in an amber glass bottle to help protect the oil from light
• Fitted with an orifice reducer for controlled dispensing

What Is Tea Tree Essential Oil Used For?

Tea Tree Essential Oil is widely used in personal-care and household routines because of its distinctive composition and fresh, cleansing character.

Blemish-Prone Skin

When properly diluted, Tea Tree Oil can be incorporated into a focused skincare routine for oily or blemish-prone areas. Start gently, patch test first and avoid using undiluted essential oil on the face. See our complete guide to Tea Tree Oil for blemish-prone skin.

Everyday Skin Care

Tea Tree can be added at a low dilution to an unscented cleanser, body oil or targeted skincare blend. Our guide to Tea Tree Oil for skin explains dilution, patch testing and which applications require extra care.

Scalp and Hair Care

Add Tea Tree to an individual portion of shampoo or combine it with an appropriate carrier oil for a pre-shampoo scalp treatment. Find exact recipes in Tea Tree Oil for the scalp and dandruff.

Foot and Nail Care

Tea Tree’s fresh aroma makes it a popular addition to foot soaks, foot oils and properly diluted nail-care blends. Explore our Tea Tree Oil foot soak recipes, athlete’s foot guide and toenail-care research guide.

Naturally Fresh-Smelling Home Care

Tea Tree pairs especially well with Lemon, Eucalyptus, Peppermint and Pine in household recipes. Essential oils can contribute aroma and cleansing properties, but homemade essential-oil mixtures should not be represented as EPA-registered disinfectants. Start with our Tea Tree Essential Oil cleaning recipes.

Diffuser Blends

Diffuse Tea Tree when you want a crisp, herbaceous atmosphere rather than a sweet or floral aroma. It works particularly well during cleaning routines or when a room feels stale. Try the recipes in our Tea Tree Oil diffuser blends.

How to Use Tea Tree Essential Oil

In a Diffuser

Add 3–5 drops to an ultrasonic diffuser filled according to the manufacturer’s directions. Begin with fewer drops in a small room or when diffusing around other people.

Fresh & Clear Diffuser Blend

• 2 drops Tea Tree Essential Oil
• 2 drops Lemon Essential Oil
• 1 drop Eucalyptus Essential Oil

For Facial Skincare

For a gentle 1% dilution, add approximately 3 drops of Tea Tree Essential Oil to 10 mL of carrier oil. Patch test before broader use and keep the mixture away from the eyes.

For a 10 mL Roller Bottle

Add 6 drops of Tea Tree Essential Oil to a 10 mL roller bottle for an approximately 2% dilution, then fill the remainder with a carrier oil such as jojoba or fractionated coconut oil.

In Shampoo

Mix 1 drop of Tea Tree Essential Oil into approximately 1 tablespoon of shampoo immediately before washing. Massage into the scalp, avoid the eyes and rinse thoroughly. Do not add undiluted Tea Tree directly to an irritated scalp.

In a Foot Soak

Mix 3 drops of Tea Tree Essential Oil into 1 tablespoon of unscented liquid soap or carrier oil, then stir the mixture into a basin of warm water. Do not add undiluted essential oil directly to bath or soaking water because it will float on the surface and may contact the skin at full strength.

What Blends Well With Tea Tree Essential Oil?

Tea Tree’s sharp, herbaceous aroma becomes brighter with citrus oils, cooler with minty oils and softer with Lavender or Frankincense.

• Lavender: Softens Tea Tree’s medicinal edge for personal-care blends
• Lemon: Creates a bright, freshly cleaned aroma
• Eucalyptus: Produces a crisp, camphoraceous diffuser blend
• Peppermint: Adds a cool, energizing character
• Rosemary: Complements scalp and hair-care recipes
• Pine: Creates a forest-fresh household blend
• Frankincense: Grounds Tea Tree in more balanced skincare blends

Explore exact ratios in What blends well with Tea Tree Essential Oil?.

Tea Tree Essential Oil Safety

• For external and aromatic use only. Do not ingest.
• Dilute before applying to the skin.
• Patch test a new topical mixture before broader use.
• Avoid contact with the eyes, inner ears and other sensitive areas.
• Stop using the product if redness, burning or irritation occurs.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Ask a qualified healthcare professional before use during pregnancy, while nursing, with a medical condition or alongside medical treatment.
• Tea Tree Essential Oil can be harmful to pets when swallowed or improperly applied. Do not apply it to animals unless directed by a veterinarian. Diffuse cautiously in a ventilated area where pets can leave.
• Store tightly closed in a cool, dark place.

Read How to use Tea Tree Essential Oil safely and our broader Essential Oil Safety Guide before your first topical recipe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Tea Tree Essential Oil be applied directly to the skin?

We recommend diluting Tea Tree Essential Oil before topical use. Although undiluted application is sometimes promoted online, it increases the amount of essential oil contacting the skin and may increase the risk of irritation or sensitization.

Can I put Tea Tree Oil in my diffuser?

Yes. Add 3–5 drops to an ultrasonic diffuser, adjusting the amount for the diffuser capacity and room size. Tea Tree is especially useful in blends when you want a crisp, clean and herbaceous atmosphere.

Can Tea Tree Oil be mixed with water?

Tea Tree Oil does not dissolve in plain water. In sprays and water-based recipes, it needs a formulation appropriate for the intended use. Shaking the bottle temporarily breaks the oil into droplets but does not truly dissolve it.

Can Tea Tree Oil be swallowed?

No. Tea Tree Essential Oil should not be swallowed. This product is intended for external and aromatic use only.

Is Tea Tree Oil safe around dogs and cats?

Tea Tree should never be given orally or applied to a pet without veterinary direction. When diffusing, use a small amount in a ventilated room and make sure the animal can leave the space. Consult your veterinarian for advice specific to your pet.

How long does Tea Tree Essential Oil last?

Properly stored Tea Tree Oil generally remains useful for approximately one to two years after opening. Keep the cap tightly closed and protect the bottle from heat, sunlight, moisture and prolonged exposure to air. Discard the oil if its aroma or appearance changes significantly.

Find additional answers in our Tea Tree Essential Oil FAQs.

Continue Learning About Tea Tree Essential Oil

• Tea Tree Essential Oil Benefits: What Research Shows
• 20 Tea Tree Essential Oil Uses, Benefits and DIY Recipes
• How to Use Tea Tree Essential Oil Safely
• How to Dilute Tea Tree Oil
• Tea Tree Oil for Skin
• Tea Tree Oil for Blemish-Prone Skin
• Tea Tree Oil Face Wash Recipes
• Tea Tree Oil for Hair
• Tea Tree Oil for Dandruff and Scalp Care
• Tea Tree Oil for Head Lice
• Tea Tree Oil for Athlete’s Foot
• Tea Tree Oil for Toenail Fungus
• Tea Tree Oil Foot Soak Recipes
• Tea Tree Oil Cleaning Recipes
• Tea Tree Oil for Laundry and Odors
• Tea Tree Oil for Mold and Mildew
• Tea Tree Oil Bug-Repellent Recipes
• Tea Tree Oil Diffuser Blends
• What Blends Well With Tea Tree Oil
• Tea Tree Oil vs. Eucalyptus Oil
• Tea Tree Oil FAQs

Bring Home One of the Most Versatile Essential Oils

From carefully diluted personal-care blends to crisp diffuser combinations and practical household recipes, Tea Tree Essential Oil earns its place in an everyday essential-oil collection.

Size: 10 mL (0.33 fl oz)
Price: $7.50
Ingredient: 100% pure Melaleuca alternifolia leaf oil

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.