Soothing · Sebum Control
Tea Tree Leaf Extract
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract · Tea Tree
A familiar blemish-care botanical used for oily and breakout-prone routines.
Good for
- Oily
- Combination
- Acne-Prone
Targets
- Acne
- Pores
- Redness
What it is
Tea tree leaf extract comes from Melaleuca alternifolia. It is not the same as using undiluted tea tree essential oil; in skincare, it is usually folded into toners, pads, gels, and spot-care products.
What it does
It is used to make oily, blemish-prone skin feel cleaner and calmer. It will not replace proven acne treatments for everyone, but it can be useful in a routine that needs light sebum and redness support.
How to use it
Use tea tree products selectively: after cleansing, on the T-zone, or on days when skin feels congested. Balance it with soothing hydration so the routine doesn't become stripping.
Good to know
Tea tree can be irritating in strong or essential-oil-heavy formulas. Sensitive skin should start with gentle, diluted products and patch-test.
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