Tea tree oil may help with several skin concerns, from open wounds to general inflammation. Be sure to do a patch test before using it to make sure it won’t irritate your skin. Overview Tea tree oil ...

Tea tree oil is promoted as a treatment for some skin conditions and for its antimicrobial properties. However, it is toxic when taken orally and may cause other unwanted side effects. Share on ...

Susan Bard, MD, is a board-certified general and procedural dermatologist with the American Board of Dermatology and a Fellow of the American College of Mohs Surgery. Antimicrobial properties of tea ...