Tea tree oil has antibacterial and antimicrobial properties that fight against the bacteria that cause acne. This essential oil can travel deep into the skin and help unblock the sebaceous glands and eliminate the bacteria, resulting in smoother, healthier-looking skin, this disinfects the pores, and reduces acne. It also removes dust and dirt. It has anti-inflammatory properties that help to calm the burning and itching of a flare-up.

2. Treats stye:

A stye is nothing but a swelling on the eyelid, which is very irritating and is usually caused by a bacterial infection. As tea tree has antibacterial properties, it helps reduce the inflammation and reduces the swelling.

3. Treats vaginal odor:

The anti-fungal and anti-microbial properties help in eliminating the vaginal odor which many women face every day. You just have to mix a few drops of tea tree oil with water. Apply a drop or two to the outer area of your vagina.

4. Treats athletes foot:

Athletes foot is a contagious fungal infection on the feet that might spread to the toenails and hands. Some of the symptoms are blisters, redness, cracking, and peeling. Tea tree oil helps relieve scaling, inflammation, itching, and burning and helps get rid of the fungus.

5. Helps remove lice:

Tea tree oil kills lice eggs and reduces the number of live lice. It contains two elements known cineole and terpinen that help suffocate the lice and kill it.

6. Fights Psoriasis:

Psoriasis is characterized by red, scaly and inflamed areas of dry skin. The skin condition can cause itchiness, pain and irritation yet currently there is no known cure for the condition. Tea tree has antibacterial properties which help in easing the pain and helps get relief.