What is Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil?

Antioxidant

Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil is an antioxidant that keeps the formula from going off.

This ingredient is listed in CosIng, the EU's cosmetic ingredient database. CosIng lists what it's used for as: Antioxidant, Fragrance, Skin protecting, Perfuming, Skin conditioning, miscellaneous.

CosIng function classes are the EU's standard list of the jobs an ingredient does inside a product, such as moisturizing, emulsifying, or preserving.

Anything to watch out for?

Some products' ingredient lists mark this ingredient as below. If a mark's reason fits your skin, it is the ingredient to weigh in those products.

This is an essential oil, a plant oil used for scent, which matters most for sensitive skin.: Marked this way on 69 products.
This ingredient is on pore-clogging ingredient lists, which matters most for skin that breaks out easily.: Marked this way on 4 products.
Pregnancy skincare guidance lists this ingredient as one to be careful with.: Marked this way on 2 products.

Each mark comes from matching the product's full ingredient list against lists for fragrance, labeled fragrance allergens, drying alcohols, essential oils, fungal acne, pore clogging, and pregnancy caution.

Which products feature it?

44 of the 2320 products we've checked feature this as a key ingredient. Products that disclose a concentration or list it near the top of the ingredient list come first.

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Essenherb
Tea Tree 100 Oil
It's made for clearer-looking skin.
Key: Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil (#1 on the ingredient list · 100%)
Official (Korean)
4 claims, summarized
Only partly backed:
clearer-looking skin
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claims, checked
Tea tree leaf oil (100%)backed by evidence
As a product for spot care on localized areas, use on wide areas and excessive use are prohibitedbacked by evidence
Powerful one drop spot care tea tree leaf oil 100%partly backed
Vegan certification: Korea Vegan Certification Instituteno supporting source found
GYEOL HAUS
Extreme Calming Tea Tree Oil
It's made for calmer, clearer-looking skin.
Key: Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil (#5 on the ingredient list · 2%), Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate, Bakuchiol
Official (Korean)
24 claims, summarized
Only partly backed:
calmer skin (amount unknown) · less visible pores · clearer-looking skin (amount unknown) · a smoother skin texture
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claims, checked
Extreme Calming Tea Tree Oil was designed by adding 4th generation retinol (HPR), bakuchiol, and squalane to tea tree oil for reliable trouble soothing.backed by evidence
Tea tree oil has a powerful soothing effect.plausible, not tested
A daily soothing oil that can be used on the entire face every day.plausible, not tested
Not spot care, but full-face care is possible.plausible, not tested
Tea tree leaf oil: Soothing sensitive skin, trouble prevention careplausible, not tested
A natural oil rich in 4-terpineol that shows high effectiveness in relieving sensitive skin caused by troubleplausible, not tested
A representative plant-derived ingredient with efficacy similar to retinol that acts gently on the skin and helps sebum control and pore improvementplausible, not tested
4th generation retinol: Promotes turnoverplausible, not tested
High-function vitamin A with reduced irritation compared to conventional retinolplausible, not tested
An ingredient with a structure similar to the human skin lipid squalene that has high skin affinity and helps absorption of high-function ingredientsplausible, not tested
A non-sticky, fresh finish suited to a daily soothing routineplausible, not tested
Designed with a pumping dispenser that minimizes air contact.plausible, not tested
Gyeol House's Extreme Calming Tea Tree Oil goes beyond soothing trouble to manage sebum, pores, and dead skin cells.partly backed
Sebum amount 51% reductionpartly backed
Pore distribution 50% reduction, pore area 21% reduction, pore depth 22% reductionpartly backed
Skin roughness 11.45% improvementpartly backed
Suitability evaluation test for acne-prone skin completedpartly backed
As the name suggests, extreme soothing.overstated
Gentle vitamin A usable every dayoverstated
Extreme Calming Tea Tree Oil's efficacy and stability have been proven through clinical trials.overstated
All of this without irritation, gently.no supporting source found
Trouble area redness 6.79% improvementno supporting source found
Stabilizes skin condition so that trouble does not recur.no supporting source found
Rather than being a one-off response, it proposes a daily routine that cares for trouble from multiple angles and changes the skin environment itself.nothing specific to check
HATHERINE
스팟케어 패치 [붉은스팟] (Korean)This brand publishes no English name for this product. The name above is as printed in Korean.
It's made for clearer-looking, calmer skin.
Key: Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil (#4 on the ingredient list), Salicylic Acid, Volcanic Ash
Official (Korean)
11 claims, summarized
Only partly backed:
calmer skin (amount unknown) · clearer-looking skin
Don't count on:
less shine
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claims, checked
Early control solution for red spotsplausible, not tested
Invisible cover & fast soothingpartly backed
Contains tea tree leaf oil to help with soothing carepartly backed
Tea tree leaf oil helps soothe skinpartly backed
For perfect spot care, slim-tight adhesion & customized carepartly backed
The full ingredient list is identical to the previous productpartly backed
0.05mm slim-fit matte patch for an invisible lookno supporting source found
A 0.05mm patch that's even thinner than beforeno supporting source found
Non-reflective matte material for even more invisibilityno supporting source found
Willow herb sebum careno supporting source found
From invisible cover to calming, the perfect spot solutionnothing specific to check
Blanc Nature
Magic Tea Tree Oil
Key: Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil (#6 on the ingredient list), 4-Terpineol
Official (Korean)
22 claims, summarized
Don't count on:
calmer skin · clearer-looking skin · less shine
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claims, checked
Blanc Nature's proprietary Baigen method allows highly concentrated watery oil to be absorbed quickly, delivering a refreshing sensation.plausible, not tested
It is a signature ingredient of Blanc Nature, extracted only from the key components of tea tree, containing more than approximately 5 times the active ingredients compared to regular tea tree oil*.partly backed
The root of trouble, 2 Step focused on sebum removal.overstated
Soothing sensitive skin spot areasoverstated
After-squeezing spot careoverstated
Because it is used on sensitive skin, we exclude chemical ingredients and use premium organic tea tree grown in clean Australia.overstated
Tea tree oil 5x effect 4-Terpineol (4-terpineol)overstated
Removes sebum with 4-Terpineol, which exhibits approximately 5 times the concentration and effect of active ingredients compared to ordinary tea tree oil.overstated
Dual care system for rapid soothing and strong sebum control at the same time.overstated
4-Terpineol with high concentration and skin-calming active ingredients extracted from Australian organic tea tree act together to rapidly soothe breakouts.overstated
Ultra-fast soothing careno supporting source found
Sales* #1no supporting source found
Acne-prone skin suitability test completedno supporting source found
Low-irritation skin patch test completedno supporting source found
18 cautionary ingredients completely excludedno supporting source found
All ages usable AGE-FREEno supporting source found
Uses verified top-grade Australian organic tea treeno supporting source found
MFDS-certified superior cosmetic manufacturingno supporting source found
Innovative Baigen method, reliable and fast absorptionno supporting source found
Tea tree oil organic certificationno supporting source found
Through prolonged filtration and extraction, the powerful effects of tea tree's active ingredients are captured intact.no supporting source found
Spot care for sensitive skin during menstrual periodsnothing specific to check
Dr. Oracle
TerpinaC Spot Patch
It's made for clearer-looking, calmer skin.
Key: Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil (#7 on the ingredient list), Cellulose Gum
Official (Korean)
18 claims, summarized
You can expect:
clearer-looking skin
Only partly backed:
calmer skin
See each claim
claims, checked
Clings to skin, hydrocolloid fabricbacked by evidence
Creates a moist environment to protect blemishesbacked by evidence
Soothing care for blemishes, flawlessly cleanplausible, not tested
Adheres quickly and invisibly to care for blemishesplausible, not tested
After attaching the patch, makeup can be applied for virtually invisible coverage.plausible, not tested
Contains 4-terpineol, the key ingredient of tea tree oilpartly backed
Perfect invisible coverpartly backed
Contains 2,000ppm of tea tree leaf oil, an intensive care ingredient for blemishes, to quickly soothe sensitive skin.partly backed
Made of a semi-transparent matte material that adheres thinly to the skin, providing perfect cover that is invisible, like your own skinpartly backed
Perfect daily-life waterproofing from external irritants such as air and hand contactoverstated
Contains tea tree leaf oil, which Australian Aborigines have long used as a disinfectant and remedy, to comfortably soothe irritated sensitive skin.overstated
With strong adhesion and daily-life waterproofing, in a slim patch form that doesn't easily fall off even in water or sweatoverstated
+ Creates an optimal moist environment to quickly soothe blemishesoverstated
Tea tree leaves for fast skin soothingno supporting source found
+ Rapid soothing after dermatology procedures / for milia and red acneno supporting source found
Tea tree leaf oil quickly soothes red, blotchy skinno supporting source found
Use spot patches and spot gel together for a synergy boost!no supporting source found
Intensive care for blemishes and soothingnothing specific to check
ISOI
Acne Doctor 1st Spedy Microshot Patch
Key: Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil (#8 on the ingredient list), Hyaluronic Acid, Centella Asiatica Extract
Official (Korean)
5 claims, summarized
Only partly backed:
calmer skin
Tests passed:
non-comedogenic · skin irritation
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claims, checked
Non-comedogenic (number of facial lesions, skin sebum amount) / Core Derm / 2022.1.17~2.18 / 23-person human skin primary irritation test / 2022.1.25~1.28 / 31 peoplebacked by evidence
Patented micro technology delivers natural-derived active ingredients directly into the skin for a fast soothing effect. Micro patch suitable for acne-prone skin/skin irritation test completed.partly backed
With plant-derived patented micro shot<br> without irritation, fast and deep soothingpartly backed
With natural-derived patented micro shot, skin concerns one-shot one-kill.overstated
Emergency spot partner item, fast and deep soothing, patented micro shot, suitable for acne-prone skinnothing specific to check
mommy care
Sea Grape Cleansing Oil
Key: Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil (#8 on the ingredient list), Caulerpa Lentillifera Extract, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract
Official (Korean)
1 claim checked
claims, checked
Clinically verified 2.8 times sebum reduction Sea Grape Cleansing Oilno supporting source found
Bring Green
Tea Tree Cica Soothing Toner
Key: Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil (#8 on the ingredient list), Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
4 claims, summarized
Don't count on:
a smoother skin texture
See each claim
claims, checked
*Because it contains a large amount of tea tree, a white sediment may form, but there is nothing wrong with the quality, so it is fine to use.backed by evidence
With triple tea tree and cica, it solves the troubles of angry skin.partly backed
The AHA component tidies up dead skin cells and sebum.overstated
It is a reassuring product that has completed the TEST for suitability for use on acne-prone skin.no supporting source found
BLITHE
BLITHE Antipolluting Pore Cleansing Balm
Key: Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil (#9 on the ingredient list), Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Seed Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
OBgE
Blackhead Scrub Balm
It's made for better hydration and calmer skin.
Key: Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil (#9 on the ingredient list), Salicylic Acid, Gluconolactone
Official (Korean)
6 claims, summarized
Only partly backed:
better hydration · calmer skin · a smoother skin texture
Don't count on:
less visible pores
See each claim
claims, checked
Exfoliation as well as skin soothing and moisturizing effectspartly backed
Simple and perfect blackhead removaloverstated
Immediate blackhead and impurity improvement effectno supporting source found
Refresh pores with a single useno supporting source found
All-in-one blackhead sticknothing specific to check
Stop the irritating blackhead care that repeats the vicious cyclenothing specific to check
Dongkook
Madeca Medipatch ACQ
It's made for clearer-looking, calmer skin.
Key: Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil (#9 on the ingredient list), Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid
Official (Korean)
41 claims, summarized
You can expect:
clearer-looking skin
Only partly backed:
calmer skin (amount unknown) · a brighter skin tone
Tests passed:
hypoallergenic · skin irritation
See each claim
claims, checked
Contains TECA, tea tree leaf oil, Centella Asiatica Extractbacked by evidence
A mixed patch with 2 sizes to choose and stick according to spot size!backed by evidence
Sticks perfectly to my skinplausible, not tested
When you stick it right! on troubled skin areas, it helps soothe spotsplausible, not tested
Sticks perfectly to my skin-! A slim matte patch that doesn't showplausible, not tested
A semi-transparent matte patch in skin tone, so it doesn't show on bare face or with makeupplausible, not tested
#CoolTone #WarmTone #Regardlessplausible, not tested
Half-cut method with cut lines in the film makes it easy to tear off and use, with no worry about foldingplausible, not tested
Before squeezing, for initial spot soothing carepartly backed
Soothing effect human application test completedpartly backed
Acne use suitability human application test completedpartly backed
Initial spot soothing carepartly backed
Dongkuk Pharmaceutical's key ingredient TECApartly backed
Helps soothe skinpartly backed
Acne-prone skin suitability cosmetic test completedpartly backed
Low irritation test completedpartly backed
Contains Soothing Solumix formula of TECA, Centella Asiatica Extract, and tea tree leaf oilpartly backed
Key ingredient of Soothing Solumix™, Dongkuk Pharmaceutical TECApartly backed
Oil improvement human application test completedpartly backed
1. Helps improve skin oil amount and sebum amountpartly backed
About 33% improvement effectpartly backed
2. Suitable for use on acne-prone skinpartly backed
Helps soothe skin!partly backed
Therefore, the test product “Madeca Medi Patch Arc Q” is judged to be - a product that helps immediate (temporary) soothing of skin irritation after physical stimulation with 1 use. - a product that helps soothe skin with 2 weeks of use.partly backed
Skin low irritation test completedpartly backed
Skin safety human application test completedpartly backed
0.00 low irritationpartly backed
Madeca Medi Patch Arc Q is judged to be non-(no)-irritating. All human application test subjects showed no skin adverse reactions during the test period.partly backed
Try it with confidence! Satisfaction 100%partly backed
Madeca Medi Patch Arc Q confirmed improvement effects through human application tests.partly backed
Patch thickness satisfaction 100%partly backed
Longevity (retention) satisfaction 100%partly backed
Spot coverage satisfaction 100%partly backed
Madeca Medi Patch Arc Q is a hydrocolloid patch that contains Soothing Solumix ingredients TECA, Centella Asiatica Extract, and tea tree leaf oil, helps improve skin oil, and soothes and cares for troubled skin areas.partly backed
Madeca Medi Patch Arc Q is suitable for use on acne-prone skin and is a product with 0.00 skin irritation, low irritation. (Test completed)partly backed
Even sensitive skin can use it with confidenceoverstated
About 33% improvement effectno supporting source found
About 41% improvement effectno supporting source found
Fast soothing effect 100%no supporting source found
Product use 100%no supporting source found
Adhesion completely perfect!no supporting source found
celimax
Makeup Retouching Booster Pad
Key: Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil (#11 on the ingredient list), Hyaluronic Acid, Biosaccharide Gum-4
Official (Korean)
8 claims, summarized
Don't count on:
better hydration · calmer skin · a smoother skin texture
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claims, checked
Each sheet is individually wrapped so it is hygienic, and you can lightly carry as many as you need.backed by evidence
We made a portable cleansing pad that cleanly removes messy makeup and even contains moisturising ingredients.partly backed
#ImpurityRemoval #PortableEraserPad #MoistureHydrationpartly backed
The embossed front side removes clumped makeup, and the soft back side lets the boosting ingredients absorb.partly backed
The Makeup Retouching Pad and the Eraser Pad differ in their full ingredient composition. The Makeup Retouching Pad was developed with a texture more suitable for makeup retouching, with ingredients for makeup cleansing, impurity removal and moisture hydration.partly backed
Micellar particles pull in and remove impurities and oil like a magnet and then supply moisture to the skin, helping with effective and gentle cleansing.overstated
Hyaluronic acid makes the skin moist, and glacier water cleanly tidies the skin to create a skin condition good for makeup.overstated
Effective for impurity removal, flake care, skin texture tidying, moisture soothingoverstated

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Result	Claims
backed by evidence	9 of 45
plausible, not tested	4 of 45
partly backed	15 of 45
overstated	10 of 45
no supporting source found	7 of 45

These are counts of claims, not products. One product can name the same ingredient in several claims, and we checked each one on its own.