Hand soap is one of the most important products in your daily life. Therefore, you should not compromise on quality when choosing a hand wash. Hands were cleansed with the test solution for 60 seconds and rinsed for 15 seconds.' says Dr Lee. 'The tea tree oil preparation was safe and did not cause skin damage.' 9. Tea tree oil can help treat of MRSA Some users of tea tree oil may experience a skin reaction including irritation, itching and stinging,' warns Kaura. 'Alongside this, in rare cases, people have reported a burning sensation following use. If this occurs, you should stop using the product immediately and seek advice from your pharmacist or GP.' If you develop side-effects from the use of tea tree oil or have a skin or anaphylactic reaction, always inform your GP and make sure this information is added to your medical record. However, other markers of infection such as viral titres, and the length of time viral cultures remained positive, were the same in both groups. '

The fresh and natural scent of Tea Tree Oil will spread in your bathroom every time you wash your hands clean with the liquid hand soap. Good hand hygiene can also aid in a better-looking facial skin. A good wash of hands and fingers removes the bacteria on the hands that you otherwise risk transferring to your face when you touch your face, e.g., if you are scratching or applying makeup. Tea tree oil comes with a number of different health benefits and uses, including the following: 1. Tea tree oil is antibacterial In one 2005 study, participants showed better eradication of bacteria (E.coli) after using a handwash containing 5% tea tree oil and 10% alcohol, or a 5% T solution in water, than from using a simple soap.The tea tree oil group also reported less itching and greasiness,' she adds. 13. Tea tree oil can treat thrush Tea tree oil isn’t recommended for children under 12 or those who are pregnant or breastfeeding,' advises Kaura. Tea tree oil also has a moisturising effect, whereas many other acne treatments have a drying effect on the skin,' she says.

Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) is a 'super bug' which causes wound infections and is resistant to many different antibiotics, but studies have suggested tea tree oil is effective in preventing it. It was first discovered in 1732 by Captain James Cook, during his famous voyage around the world,' says Dr Lee. 'On arrival in Australia, he discovered the leaves of the tree could be brewed to make tea.' The healing benefits of tea trees were not officially registred until 1923. However, the local Aboriginal tribe, Bundjalung, had long understood the protective and healing powers of tea trees and used their crushed leaves to treat various wounds and skin infections. They named the land with tea trees “Healing Ground”.

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Frequent and thorough hand washing is important to remove bacteria from the hands. Although Hand Wash is pH-friendly and suitable for all skin types, frequent hand washing can lead to dry hands. Therefore, we recommend that you care for and apply moisture to your hands several times a day with Hand Cream.