Tea tree oil is one of the natural remedies that has been used since ancient times to remove warts caused by HPV.
If you want to use this treatment, keep reading, we will explain the steps you should follow to use it.
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Tea Tree Oil Treatment for Warts
The best thing about using tea tree oil for warts is that it will help you remove this unsightly lesion in an economical way, painlessly, and without the need for surgical removal.
For the treatment, you will only need to buy tea tree oil in a natural products store and follow these steps:
- Clean and dry the area where the wart is located very well. Remember to wash your hands thoroughly to avoid infecting other areas of the skin.
- Take a cotton ball and soak it with a sufficient amount of tea tree oil. If you are going to apply it to a sensitive area, we recommend diluting the oil in some water, aloe vera, honey, or jojoba oil in equal parts, to avoid skin irritation. Conversely, if you are using it for a plantar wart, you can apply it concentrated.
- Place the cotton ball directly on the wart and secure it with adhesive tape or a bandage.
- Leave it on for a few hours or until it dries, and then remove it with plenty of water. Repeat the procedure twice a day until the wart is removed. You will see how the wart progressively decreases in size after 5 days of treatment.
If you feel pain, burning, itching, or see that it is red and swollen, we recommend that you wash the area with plenty of water and see a doctor.
Unlike other essential oils, tea tree oil cannot be ingested as it is toxic. In case of ingestion, go immediately to the doctor as you may experience disorientation, decreased consciousness, and loss of muscle control.
It is important to note that, even though you remove the wart with tea tree oil, it can reappear because you have not treated the main cause, which is HPV (click here if you want to know how to do it).
What type of warts can I use tea tree oil on?
It’s also important to highlight that tea tree oil works for plantar warts, facial warts, or warts on the fingers.
Can it be used on genital warts? Can pregnant women use it?
However, we do not recommend using tea tree oil on genital warts, especially if you are pregnant. Tea tree oil could irritate the mucous membrane of the genital area.
These were some tips to help you know how to deal with HPV. However, there is much more you need to do if you really want to get rid of HPV and warts forever.
What you need to do is GET RID OF THE ROOT of the problem.
For that reason, I recommend you to look into Dr. Kirkland's story and how he was able to cure HPV and get rid of warts for good.
Why does tea tree oil work for facial warts, plantar warts, or warts on the fingers?
This essential oil, which stands out for its therapeutic properties, is extracted from the bark and leaves of the Australian tea tree called “Melaleuca alternifolia”.
The main ingredient of tea tree oil is terpinen-4-ol, a compound recognized for its antibacterial, antiviral, and antiseptic power.
Likewise, it acts on the skin, protecting and regenerating the cutaneous tissue. These properties have made tea tree oil a potent natural remedy against warts.
Due to the benefits it offers, it is also used in the treatment of acne, fungi, lice, insect bites, among others. Similarly, it is an active ingredient in the manufacture of hygiene and cosmetic products.
Tea tree oil vs apple cider vinegar for warts
Tea tree oil is known for its antiviral properties, which is why it’s often used in alternative medicine to treat warts.
Apple cider vinegar is also touted as a home remedy for warts. The idea is that the acidic nature of vinegar can help peel away the wart.
So, which of the two is better for treating warts? Well, apple cider vinegar does not have antiviral properties. On the other hand, tea tree oil does have antiviral properties. For this reason, we recommend using tea tree oil as it is better than apple cider vinegar.
These were some tips to help you know how to deal with HPV. However, there is much more you need to do if you really want to get rid of HPV and warts forever.
What you need to do is GET RID OF THE ROOT of the problem.
For that reason, I recommend you to look into Dr. Kirkland's story and how he was able to cure HPV and get rid of warts for good.
I wish you great success in your recovery!
Sources:
- https://draxe.com/essential-oils/tea-tree-oil-uses-benefits/
- https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements-tea-tree-oil/art-20364246
- https://www.everydayhealth.com/smart-skin/tea-tree-oil-health-benefits-uses-potential-side-effects-and-more/
Medically reviewed by Dr. John Wellington. Dr. John Wellington is a board-certified physician specializing in urology. With over 15 years of experience, he is passionate about sharing his knowledge through a popular health blog. Dr. Wellington holds an MD from Ivy League University and is a member of prestigious medical associations.
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