Tea tree oil is not to be ingested and only for topical use. There are many reports of toxicity when the oil is consumed by mouth. While the product is generally safe when applied to skin, there are also reports of allergic reactions and mild irritations. Contact dermatitis appears to occur in at least 3-8 percent of people who regularly apply tea tree oil to the skin.
To date the exact dose of tea tree oil remains unknown. However, stores routinely sale tea tree oil as 5 or 10 percent oil either as a gel or in a shampoo. The extract should be applied on the skin everyday for at least 4-6 weeks to obtain the medical benefits. Other health care practitioners also recommend the 100% tea tree oil for fungal infections. It is highly recommended that tea tree oil never be taken by mouth. Even though it is available as a mouthwash it should never be swallowed. Tea tree oil is only recommended for use in adults over the age of 18. The product should not be used in children and infants, as its toxicity in this age group has never been studied.
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