Also known as: Melaleuca alternifolia oil, TTO
Antimicrobial essential oil that may support scalp health but lacks direct hair growth evidence.
Tea tree oil has broad-spectrum antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. Terpinen-4-ol, its main active component, reduces scalp inflammation and combats Malassezia fungi associated with dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis. A healthier scalp environment may indirectly support hair retention.
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