Melaleuca alternifolia (chemotype I)
8-15€ / 10ml

This is a specific type of tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) with a slightly different terpene profile from standard tea tree. It represents a variation in the tea tree spectrum, with the same Australian Aboriginal origins and traditional uses as standard tea tree.
Very similar to standard tea tree but may have slight variations in terpinen-4-ol and 1,8-cineole ratios. For practical purposes, it is used interchangeably with standard tea tree essential oil.
Les propriétés listées reposent sur des études in vitro et/ou un usage traditionnel. Sauf mention contraire, elles n'ont pas été validées par des essais cliniques humains rigoureux. Ces informations ne constituent pas un avis médical.
Antibacterial
Clinical studies
Antifungal
Clinical studies
Antiviral
In vitro studies
Immune-boosting
In vitro studies
Use exactly like standard tea tree. The 'type I' distinction is mainly of botanical interest. All standard tea tree precautions and uses apply.
Adapté à la diffusion atmosphérique. 3-5 gouttes, 15-20 min maximum par heure. Ne pas diffuser en continu.
Diluer dans une huile végétale avant application. Respecter les dosages recommandés selon la zone et le public.
Non recommandé par voie orale. Utiliser exclusivement par voie cutanée ou en diffusion.
Les huiles essentielles suivantes se combinent particuli\u00e8rement bien avec tea tree type i (haut terpinen-4-ol) pour renforcer ou compl\u00e9ter ses effets :
It is a specific chemotype of tea tree with a particularly high terpinen-4-ol content (over 40%). This premium quality is the most effective and best documented for anti-infectious use. Check the analysis sheet.
Higher terpinen-4-ol content generally means better anti-infectious activity. Standard tea tree already contains 30-40%. Type I exceeds 40%. The difference is marginal but relevant for professional use.
Generally slightly more expensive due to the selection of raw material. The premium quality is justified for therapeutic use. For everyday use (cleaning, diffusion), standard tea tree is sufficient.
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