Tea Tree Oil For Acne: 10 Easy Recipes You Need To Try ASAP

Dr Kathleen May Eusebio-Alpapara
Last Updated January 5, 2023

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Tea tree oil is one hard working oil.

You can use it for your scars, scabies and even fungal infections. It makes a great remedy for nail infections and ringworm, too.

Tea tree oil, however, is more popular as a solution to a wide range of skin issues. It’s actually an age-old remedy for several skin problems.

Here, we list down 10 amazing tea tree oil recipes for acne you can easily incorporate into your existing skincare routine.

1. Homemade Acne Gel

Pimples suddenly appearing when you have an important event can be extremely frustrating. Not to mention, they can be quite embarrassing, too.

So, instead of layering too much makeup just to camouflage the issue- which, by the way, can do more harm than good-, why not calm your zits with this DIY acne gel?

Take control of those unexpected breakouts. With just tea tree oil, a few other essential oils and aloe vera gel, you can easily make an effective DIY acne gel you can use anytime.

Ingredients:

1 or 2 drops of cinnamon essential oil
5 tablespoons of aloe vera
20 drops of lavender essential oil
10 drops of tea tree oil

Direction

Prepare a clean bowl where you can put your aloe vera in it.
Add in all the essential oils and give the gel a good mix.
Once everything is well blended, you can transfer the mixture into an airtight container.
Apply this acne gel after you’ve washed your face.

Pro Tip: You’ll get better results if you apply a warm cloth on your skin first. This will open up your pores and will help the gel penetrate the affected areas more.

2. Coconut Oil and Tea Tree Oil Face Mask

If you’ve been denying your skin the TLC it needs just because face masks can get quite expensive, then this recipe is exactly for you. This recipe is easy to make and easy to use, so you’ll have no excuse not to try it.

Who can resist a good face mask at home? With just tea tree oil and coconut oil, you’ll be able to pamper your skin while getting rid of acne.

Ingredients:

2 to 3 drops of tea tree oil
1 tablespoon of coconut oil

Direction

Just mix these two ingredients until you get a serum-like consistency.
Apply it on your freshly cleansed face and leave it on your skin overnight.
In the morning, you can wash the mask off.

3. Tea Tree Oil and Activated Charcoal Face Cleanser

For skin that’s excessively acne-prone, you’ll need a cleanser that can do the hard work of drawing out impurities from your pores. And that’s exactly what this tea tree oil cleanser can do for you.

Skip the usual foaming cleansers and try this tea tree oil and activated charcoal face cleanser instead. It can help unclog your pores while killing bacteria that can cause acne.

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons of safflower oil
½ cup of honey (organic)
½ cup aloe vera gel
6 activated charcoal (capsules)
15 drops of tea tree oil

Direction

Just mix all the ingredients in a bowl before transferring into an airtight container.
Take a small amount of the cleanser and massage on your skin.
Let it sit on your skin for about 2 to 3 minutes before wiping off or rinsing. To get the best results, you can use this once a day.

4. Tea Tree Oil, Honey and Oatmeal Face Mask

If you can’t get enough of face masks, we have another recipe for you. This one is super easy to make yet super effective in treating breakouts.

Give your skin a break from all those harsh chemical treatments you’re getting for your acne. This tea tree oil, honey and oatmeal face mask can calm your skin while preventing future breakouts.

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon of tea tree oil
1 tablespoon of honey
¾ cup of oatmeal
¼ cup of water

Direction

Process the oatmeal using a food processor or a blender.
Once you’re able to create a flour, transfer it into a bowl and add the ¼ cup of water.
Put the bowl in a microwave and heat for about one minute.
Next, add in the tea tree oil and honey.
Let the mixture cool down before applying it on your face.
After application, wait for about 15 minutes before rinsing off.

5. Tea Tree Oil Toner

A good skin care routine for acne wouldn’t be complete without a toner and that’s exactly what we have for you. This tea tree oil toner is a major change from the usual toners you’re using and here’s why.

This tea tree oil toner can bump up your usual routine. It’s made with potent essential oils, witch hazel and apple cider vinegar to heal existing acne and lighten scars.

Ingredients:

10 drops of lemon essential oil
10 drops of lavender essential oil
10 drops of tea tree oil
½ cup of witch hazel
½ cup distilled water
2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar

Direction

To prepare this toner, just mix everything before transferring into a bottle.
Use it twice a day and give it at least 2 weeks to improve your skin.

6. Tea Tree Oil Astringent Rinse

To create your own astringent rinse, simply prepare the following:

Get tighter skin, fewer breakouts and smaller pores with this tea tree oil astringent rinse. You’ll be surprised at how easy it is to make!

Ingredients:

1 cup of water