Melaleuca

Melaleuca oil, in some circles known as "tea tree" oil has been used in Australia for generations to support respiratory and skin systems, as well as the ability to promote healthy immune function*, in the 1920's Melaleuca was used widely as an antiseptic. Today, it is widely used for supporting the body's natural functions to fight against many environmental and seasonal threats*.

Topically, Melaleuca can be applied in many different ways. For occasional skin irritations, apply 1–2 drops of Melaleuca essential oil onto affected area, apply to your skin after shaving, apply to finger and toenails after shower to purify and keep them looking healthy, and apply to the bottom of your feet and inside shoes for a refresh.  For an added cleansing property, combine 1–2 drops with your facial cleanser, or apply to the skin after shaving.

Internally, add one to two drops to water, citrus drinks, or in a veggie capsule to support healthy immune function*.   Add to water alone, or along with peppermint (my favorite!) for a refreshing mouth rinse and breath freshener.

You can also clean with it!  Add a few drops to a spray bottle filled with water and use on surfaces to protect against environmental threats* - (and it smells WAY better than some of those other cleaning chemicals!)

Melaleuca is GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe for Consumption). It can be applied topically, aromatically, and internally.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to treat, diagnose, cure, or prevent any disease*

Wintergreen

This powerful essential oil, when used properly, can be extremely helpful when applied topically.  In fact, American Indians used wintergreen recognized the benefits of wintergreen and used it extensively.

Wintergreen is one of my favorite go-to oils for discomfort.  Massage into hands, back, and legs for a soothing and warming sensation after exercise...or place a few drops on a cotton ball and discretely hide it in your (or your spouse or active teenager's) gym bag ... Works wonderfully to mask any odors!  (go ahead, ask me how I know...)

I like to combine wintergreen with Melaleuca in a spray bottle to spray inside of shoes and on my daughter's workout clothes for a good refresher in between practices...

While most oils are certified GRAS (Generally recognized as safe for consumption) this one is not labeled as such and should not be consumed internally.