Unilateral Plant Essential Oil Fragrance Neutral Packaging Aromatherapy Diffuser Massage Melaleuca 10ml

Cajeput essential oil (Melaleuca leucadendron or Melaleuca cajuputi, also known as cajeput oil or white tea tree oil) is a volatile oil extracted through steam distillation from the leaves and young twigs of the cajeput tree. Widely used in traditional medicine and aromatherapy, it offers various potential therapeutic benefits, though the completeness of scientific evidence and safety precautions should be noted. Below are its main effects and usage considerations:

1. Primary Benefits and Uses

1. Antibacterial and Anti-Infective: Cajeput oil contains components like cineole (1,8-eucalyptol) and terpinen-4-ol, which exhibit inhibitory effects against bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli. It can be used as a supportive treatment for minor wounds or skin infections. Traditionally, it is diluted and applied to insect bites or minor abrasions to help prevent infection.
2. Respiratory Relief: Cineole has expectorant and decongestant properties. Steam inhalation (1-2 drops added to hot water) may help alleviate symptoms of colds, bronchitis, or sinusitis.
3. Anti-Inflammatory and Analgesic: When diluted for topical use, it may reduce inflammation caused by muscle pain, arthritis, or sprains (mix with a carrier oil like coconut oil at a 1%-2% ratio).
4. Insect Repellent: Its scent acts as a natural mosquito repellent and is often blended with other insect-repelling oils (e.g., lemongrass) to create natural bug sprays.
5. Mental Stimulation: In aromatherapy, its refreshing aroma may help relieve fatigue and enhance focus, making it suitable for diffusion or inhalation.

2. Precautions

1. Must Be Diluted: Undiluted use may irritate the skin. A concentration of no more than 2% is recommended (1 drop of essential oil per 10 drops of carrier oil). Perform a patch test (behind the ear or on the wrist) for sensitive skin.
2. Avoid Ingestion: Oral consumption is not advised unless under professional medical supervision, as it may cause nausea or mucous membrane irritation.
3. Caution for Special Groups: Pregnant or breastfeeding women, infants, and individuals with epilepsy should avoid use. Those with hypertension should exercise caution due to cineole's potential effects on blood pressure.
4. Photosensitivity: While cajeput oil has no confirmed photosensitivity, sun exposure should still be avoided after application to prevent potential sensitivity reactions.