Ingredient
Tea Tree Extract
INCI name: Melaleuca Alternifolia Extract
Tea Tree Extract
What it is
A non-oil extract derived from the tea tree plant (Melaleuca alternifolia), distinct from Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil. It is used in cosmetics for its conditioning and mild antioxidant botanical profile.
How it works
Contains a diluted profile of the plant's terpene and phenolic constituents, contributing mild antioxidant activity and a conditioning feel at lower concentration than the essential oil form.
What it does
Skin conditioning
Antioxidant
Concerns to know
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Contact allergen
Can act as a skin sensitiser for a minority of people; patch test if your skin is reactive.