Tea tree oil is an oil extracted from the leaves of the tea tree, also known as Melaleuca Alternifolia, an Australian tree. According to WebMD, this oil (when applied topically to the skin), can be used to treat everything from acne and lice to recurrent herpes and chicken pox. So why is this essential oil so effective? Read on to see why you should make tea tree oil a staple in your household. It’s Antibacterial: More specifically, it’s an effective way to battle acne, fungus infections of the nails and athletes foot. For example, applying a 5% tea tree oil gel...