A healthy hair begins with a healthy scalp, yet conditions like dandruff, itchiness, dirt buildup and excess oil may cause an unhealthy scalp that disturbs the natural hair growth cycle. Tea Tree oil is studied as a solution for scalp cleaning. It helps to purify and soothe the scalp from dandruff and itchiness. Tea Tree oil supports the scalp environment to improve thick and healthier hair. This essential oil aims to reduce visible white flakes, dandruff and excess oil when used consistently as a part of a healthy hair care routine. Stronger hair needs a clean scalp environment to strengthen the hair follicles. Let’s explore how Tea Tree oil works for dandruff treatment, its application method and the benefits for a healthy scalp.

Tea Tree Oil

Tea tree oil is an essential oil from the natural ingredient from the leaves of the Melaleuca Alternifolia tree, a plant native to Australia. It is a strong, concentrated liquid extract that has a natural targeted weapon to defeat Malassezia yeast that causes dandruff. Traditionally, it is a valued ingredient for hair care and used for removing fungus. Tea tree hair oil has nothing to do with the tea leaves we use to make chai.

1. In hair care, tea tree hair oil is commonly used to help maintain a clean, healthy scalp.
2. It belongs to the family of plants that produce natural medicinal properties. 
3. Tea tree oil helps to treat dandruff, itchiness and balances the scalp.

The Science behind Tea Tree Oil

Tea tree oil is mainly used for its purifying and soothing properties. Science has shown that, when used regularly as a part of the hair care routine, tea tree oil physically destroys the yeast causing dandruff and issues in the scalp.

• Tea tree oil has over 100 different natural compounds, but the main compound is called Terpinen-4-ol which is highly antifungal and is meant to kill fungi and yeast like Malassezia.
• When you apply tea tree oil on your scalp, the Terpinen-4-ol breaks the outer shield of Malassezia yeast and attacks microscopic holes in it.
• This process destroys the yeast and helps to keep your scalp clean, healthy and stops hair shedding. 

Benefits of Tea Tree Oil

1. Helps to reduce visible white flakes.
2. Soothes an itchy and uncomfortable scalp.
3. Calms the scalp and feels fresh for longer.
4. Helps to loosen and remove the dead skin cells, sweat and pollution buildup on the scalp.
5. Supports a healthier environment to make hair stronger, healthier and more vibrant.
6. Provides a cooling, refreshing and feels clean, light and restores the hair growth cycle.

Zylk Health Tea Tree Hair Oil

100% tea tree oil should not be applied directly to the scalp, it may burn or irritate the skin. It must be diluted with a carrier oil and what you use to dilute it with is matter; whether it will kill or increase dandruff.

• Tea tree oil

 It is a natural essential oil, it purifies and soothes the scalp causing dandruff. 

• MCT oil

Medium-Chain-Triglyceride oil is a lightweight carrier oil derived from coconut oil. It is refined to contain medium-chain fatty acids, making it light, non-greasy and easier to apply.

• Vitamin E

It is a well-known antioxidant that helps to protect the oil blend and improves its stability. It supports overall scalp and hair health. 

The Yeast Buffet

In many Indian households, the most common oils used for hair are Coconut oil, Sesame oil and Castor oil. These oils can help nourish the hair but may not be ideal for dandruff-prone scalps. These natural common plant oils are packed with long-chain fatty acid compounds. It looks and tastes exactly like our natural scalp sweat and sebum and this yeast can utilize those fatty acids. As a result, applying heavy oils may increase dandruff.

At Zylk Health ,Tea Tree hair oil is diluted with MCT oil instead of traditional heavy carrier oils. During the formulation, the long-chain fatty acids are removed, leaving behind medium-chain triglycerides that helps to spread easily on the scalp without oily residue. Therefore, it provides lightweight hydration and improves user comfort.

To safely carry the benefits of tea tree oil on the scalp, our expert combines the purifying properties of tea tree oil with lightweight MCT oil that is designed to keep the scalp clean, refreshed and balanced.

Conclusion

Tea tree oil is a simple yet effective hair oil for your routine and helps to keep the scalp clean and healthy. It is a purifier to treat dandruff and creates healthy lifestyle habits for hair care. Add Zylk Health Tea Tree hair oil to treat your dandruff and itchiness conditions to your hair care routine.