essential oil
Antimicrobial (effective against P. acnes and Malassezia at 5% concentration) but common contact sensitizer, especially when oxidized. Oxidation products (ascaridole, 1,2,4-trihydroxymenthane) are the primary allergens. Prevalence of tea tree oil allergy is 1.4-3.5% in patch-tested populations.
Tea Tree Oil is a essential oil backed by a moderate body of supporting evidence (evidence tier 2 of 4). We track 3 studies for it, 2 reporting a positive effect.
Contact Dermatitis · 2016 · systematic review
Systematic review: tea tree oil contact allergy prevalence 1.4-3.5% in consecutive patch test patients; oxidized tea tree oil is significantly more allergenic than fresh; ascaridole and peroxide degradation products are the primary sensitizers; recommends against oxidized tea tree oil in leave-on products
Clinical Microbiology Reviews · 2006 · systematic review
Review documenting that fresh tea tree oil has genuine antimicrobial properties (MIC against P. acnes: 0.25%) but oxidation during storage produces ascaridole, peroxides, and epoxides that are potent contact sensitizers; recommends using fresh, properly stored tea tree oil at ≤5% concentration and discarding oxidized products
Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology · 2007 · rct · n=60
RCT (n=60): 5% tea tree oil gel significantly reduced total acne lesion count (43.6% reduction) and acne severity index (40.5% reduction) compared to placebo at 6 weeks (p<0.05); antimicrobial benefit is real but must be weighed against sensitization risk, especially with aged or oxidized product
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BEVEL
Hydrating Face Gel with Vitamin C
Supplement
$12.95118.3ml · $0.11/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Polysorbate 80); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
BEVEL
Hydrating Face Gel with Vitamin C
Supplement
$12.95118.3ml · $0.11/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Polysorbate 80); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
Hydrating Face Gel with Vitamin C is a supplement by BEVEL. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Polysorbate 80.
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Dermalogica
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant Enzyme Powder 74g
Serum
$82.5574ml · $1.12/ml
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May aggravate: Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Salicylic Acid); Rosacea (Tea Tree Oil, Limonene and Citrus Oils)
Dermalogica
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant Enzyme Powder 74g
Serum
$82.5574ml · $1.12/ml
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Caution
May aggravate: Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Salicylic Acid); Rosacea (Tea Tree Oil, Limonene and Citrus Oils)
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant Enzyme Powder 74g is a skincare product by Dermalogica. Key ingredients include Colloidal Oatmeal, Allantoin, Salicylic Acid.
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Exfoliant
$24.00100.5ml · $0.24/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Argan Oil); Melasma (Menthol)
Buttah Skin
Exfoliant
$24.00100.5ml · $0.24/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Argan Oil); Melasma (Menthol)
Tea Tree Exfoliating Scrub is a exfoliant by Buttah Skin. Key ingredients include Water, Decyl Glucoside, Cocamidopropyl Betaine.
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Acne Clearing Pads 2% Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment - 60 ct
Serum
$39.00
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Polysorbate 80); Rosacea (Tea Tree Oil)
First Aid Beauty
Acne Clearing Pads 2% Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment - 60 ct
Serum
$39.00
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Polysorbate 80); Rosacea (Tea Tree Oil)
Acne Clearing Pads 2% Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment - 60 ct is a hydrating serum by First Aid Beauty. Key ingredients include Water, Polysorbate 80, Phenoxyethanol.
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Caudalie
Caudalie Vinopure Salicylic Spot Solution 15ml
Serum
$17.7815ml · $1.19/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Glyceryl Stearate)
Caudalie
Caudalie Vinopure Salicylic Spot Solution 15ml
Serum
$17.7815ml · $1.19/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Glyceryl Stearate)
Caudalie Vinopure Salicylic Spot Solution 15ml is a exfoliant by Caudalie. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Alcohol Denat, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate.
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Luna Daily
Luna Daily The Everything Oil 30ml
Serum
$30.4830ml · $1.02/ml
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May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
Luna Daily
Luna Daily The Everything Oil 30ml
Serum
$30.4830ml · $1.02/ml
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May aggravate: Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
Luna Daily The Everything Oil 30ml is a retinoid treatment by Luna Daily. Key ingredients include Sweet Almond Oil, Coconut Oil, Jojoba Oil.
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COSRX
COSRX Low pH Good Morning Cleanser
Cleanser – for Dryness, Redness & sensitivity
$20.31150ml · $0.14/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol); Rosacea (Tea Tree Oil)
COSRX
COSRX Low pH Good Morning Cleanser
Cleanser – for Dryness, Redness & sensitivity
$20.31150ml · $0.14/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol); Rosacea (Tea Tree Oil)
COSRX Low pH Good Morning Cleanser is a water cleanser by COSRX. Key ingredients include Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dimethicone.
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Serum
$15.00
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May aggravate: Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Salicylic Acid); Rosacea (Peppermint Oil and Tea Tree Oil)
florence by mills
Serum
$15.00
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May aggravate: Atopic Dermatitis / Eczema (Salicylic Acid); Rosacea (Peppermint Oil and Tea Tree Oil)
Spot a Spot Acne Patches is a exfoliant by florence by mills. Key ingredients include Salicylic Acid, Peppermint Oil, Tea Tree Oil.
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Dermalogica Acne Clearing Face Wash
Cleanser – for Acne & breakouts, antioxidant_protection
$49.00248.4ml · $0.20/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Shea Butter, Polysorbate 80 and Palmitic Acid); Melasma (Menthol); Perioral Dermatitis (Fluoride)
Dermalogica
Dermalogica Acne Clearing Face Wash
Cleanser – for Acne & breakouts, antioxidant_protection
$49.00248.4ml · $0.20/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Shea Butter, Polysorbate 80 and Palmitic Acid); Melasma (Menthol); Perioral Dermatitis (Fluoride)
Dermalogica Acne Clearing Face Wash is a water cleanser by Dermalogica. Key ingredients include Salicylic Acid, Water, Glycerin.
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Natura
Natura Bissé Stabilizing Cleansing Mask 75ml
Cleanser
$59.6975ml · $0.80/ml
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Natura
Natura Bissé Stabilizing Cleansing Mask 75ml
Cleanser
$59.6975ml · $0.80/ml
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Natura Bissé Stabilizing Cleansing Mask 75ml is a water cleanser by Natura. Key ingredients include Water, Propylene Glycol, Alcohol Denat.
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