Organic Tea Tree Essential Oil: Organically grown. Clinically validated. Globally trusted.
Tea Tree Essential Oil (Melaleuca alternifolia) continues to be one of the most trusted natural actives in skincare, wellness, and hygiene. At Naturally Australian Products (NAP), our certified organic Tea Tree Oil is steam-distilled from plantation-grown leaves in northern New South Wales — the region where the species originates and thrives.
Interesting Facts About Organic Tea Tree Essential Oil
Naturally Rich in Terpinen-4-ol (35% -48%)
This is the compound responsible for Tea Tree’s powerful antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties — and our organic oil meets the highest global standard: ISO 4730.
Broad-Spectrum Antimicrobial
Tea Tree Oil has been shown to be effective against bacteria, fungi, and viruses, making it ideal for skincare, oral care, hygiene, and pet care formulations. Often referred to as a “medicine chest in a bottle,” this versatile essential oil delivers broad-spectrum activity from a single, natural ingredient — perfect for clean, functional formulations across categories.
Zero Synthetic Inputs
NAP’s Organic Tea Tree Oil is grown without pesticides, herbicides, or synthetic fertilizers — making it ideal for brands with clean-label or COSMOS-compliant claims.
Steam-Distilled & Traceable
From leaf to bottle, the oil is 100% traceable and steam-distilled using closed-loop systems that maintain oil purity and minimize environmental impact.
Fast-Acting on Skin Concerns
Terpinen-4-ol has been shown to reduce blemishes, redness, and itch faster than many synthetic ingredients, while remaining gentler on the skin.
Long Shelf Life
When stored properly, Tea Tree Oil maintains its stability for up to 3 to 4 years before retesting, making it an excellent option for bulk buying and large-batch manufacturing.
Strong Consumer Recognition
Tea Tree Oil is one of the top 5 most recognized essential oils by global consumers — giving brands a market-ready ingredient with built-in trust.
Tea Tree Essential Oil is widely used in skincare products such as blemish control serums, spot treatments, anti-acne cleansers and toners, and soothing gels for inflamed skin. In hair and scalp care, it’s suitable for dandruff control shampoos, scalp treatment oils and tonics, and leave-on scalp serums to support microbial balance. For personal hygiene, it can be incorporated into natural deodorants, hand sanitizers, and foot sprays or powders. When carefully formulated, it may also be used in oral care products like mouth rinses (at very low concentrations) and gum health sprays.
Formulation Guidance
| Parameter | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Use Level | 0.1%–1.0% for skincare; 5% for antifungal anti-microbial formulas; 0.5%–2.0% for hair and scalp formulations |
| Solubility | Oil-soluble; requires a suitable solubilizer for water-based systems |
| Stability |
Prone to oxidation — stored in stainless steel drums, aluminium containers, amber glass jars or UV-resistant packaging leaving very little air in the top of the container. |
| Sensory Profile | Sharp, herbaceous, and medicinal aroma with a dry, earthy aroma |