Pimples have something to do with oil and dead skin cell build up. When left untreated, pimples may trigger breakouts and develop into a more serious skin condition. Although pimples are not an alarming skin condition, a proper skin care regimen is still required to get rid of these hair problems effectively. The sebum produced by the sebaceous glands moisturizes the skin naturally but due to many hormonal changes during adolescence, raging hormones tend to cause the sebaceous glands to enlarge and excrete more sebum. This is where the problem lies. Instead of keeping your skin moisturized, excess oil is produced which gives you an oily appearance and in turn can cause all types of blemishes including whiteheads, blackheads and pimples. Tea tree oil pimples treatment is one of the natural solutions to this skin problem as the oil has antibacterial properties that control bacteria build up and prevent breakouts.
Tea tree oil[i] for pimples also contains antifungal properties that will prevent infections and cleanse the skin. You only need a few drops of tea tree oil to treat pimples. And because of tea tree oil’s potency, it is required to mix the oil with the face cleanser of your choice. Face cleansers have anti-bacterial properties which are enhanced by the presence of tea tree oil.
Tea tree oil can also be applied directly to the pimples using a damp washcloth. This can be done in the evening which means you can read the oil on as you sleep. Rinse off in the morning but be sure not to use any other types of pimple treatment or make up. The procedure should be repeated until the desired results are achieved. Tea tree oil kills off bacteria which is one of the main causes of pimples. Once the oil has gotten rid of their bacteria, the healing process can then take place.[ii]
You can also combine tea tree oil with other essential oils if you have sensitive skin. Test a small amount of the oil on your skin and check if the oil produces an allergic reaction. It’s all going to depend on your particular skin and you won’t know if you are allergic until you try this. The oil is only intended for mild pimple cases. You still need to seek advice from a dermatologist if you are suffering from a severe case of acne.
Tea tree oil pimples treatment is a natural remedy for skin blemishes which had been triggered by bacteria and excess oil production. Although tea tree oil produces fewer side effects than many commercial chemical acne preparations, it is still recommended to consult a doctor prior to using the oil as it is known to be poisonous when misused. As the cliché goes, “it is better to be safe than sorry”.