Ouch! Unsightly acne blemishes are not only painful, but seem to sneak up on us at the most inopportune times. Say, prom? Night before a big job interview? Or, horror of horrors, your wedding day.
With dōTERRA Melaleuca essential oil in your medicine cabinet, you have a completely natural and powerful way to combat acne.
A scientific study found that this powerhouse — known for its cleansing and antiseptic properties — was just as effective as 5% benzoyl peroxide lotion at addressing blemishes, but there were far fewer side effects reported with the Melaleuca. Plus, it smells and feels amazing!
How to use:
Many of the products in dōTERRA’s skin care line contain Melaleuca as an ingredient. For a full list of the products and how to use them click here.
Also from dōTERRA’s blog, here are some additional ideas that will make you wonder how you ever lived without this versatile oil:
- For occasional skin irritations, apply 1-2 drops of Melaleuca essential oils onto affected area. Reapply as needed.
- Help soothe your skin by placing 1 drop of Melaleuca essential oil in your moisturizer during your morning and night skin routine.
- Diffuse Melaleuca to promote cleansing and purity. Diffuses well with all citrus oils, lavender and rosemary.
- Or, use Melaleuca as a natural and effective bathroom and toilet cleaner with this recipe
Toilet Bowl Cleaner
½ c. baking soda
10 drops dōTERRA Melaleuca essential oil
¼ vinegar
Add ingredients directly to a partially drained bowl. As it reacts, scrub the toilet. This combination is intended for one use at a time.