The Body Shop Jumbo Tea Tree Oil

The Body Shop Jumbo Tea Tree Oil
0.4
/ 10
Moisturizing
0.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.9 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants
Rich Skin Soothing icon
in Skin Soothers
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Review

Results you may expect from using The Body Shop Jumbo Tea Tree Oil:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using The Body Shop Jumbo Tea Tree Oil:

  • A bit of moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 0.4 out of 10.
  • Soothing: The Body Shop Jumbo Tea Tree Oil contains a high concentration of soothing ingredients, which may help to reduce irritation and calm the skin.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Slightly moisturizing: The Body Shop Jumbo Tea Tree Oil has a moisturizing rating of 0.4 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? This product is purely occlusive, but with a low Occlusivity of 0.9 out of 10. It has zero Humectancy as we didn't find any humectant ingredients on the ingredient list.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that The Body Shop Jumbo Tea Tree Oil is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil (est. ≈15.0%).

A key benefit of antioxidants is their ability to reduce oxidative stress caused by free radicals and therefore prevent accelerated skin aging. Studies also show that antioxidants can protect against environmental damage such as UV radiation and pollution, and help reduce inflammation and skin redness.

Skin soothing

Based on the ingredient list analysis, The Body Shop Jumbo Tea Tree Oil is rich (> 5%) in soothing ingredients, particularly Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil (est. ≈15.0%).

When applied to the skin, compounds of soothing ingredients, such as triglycerides, phospholipids, fatty acids, phenolic compounds, and antioxidants, work together to soothe the skin through various mechanisms: reducing inflammation, promoting wound healing, repairing the skin barrier, and providing antimicrobial and antioxidant activities.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
50
15.1
15
15
2
1.5
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
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Ratings

All humectants
0.0
None
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
1.8
1.5
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
0.4
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 0.0 10
0.0
None
Occlusivity All occlusives 1.8 20
0.9
1.5
0.3
Moisturizing rating
0.4
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
None
All humectants 0.0 10
0.0
All humectants
0.0
None
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
1.5
0.3
All occlusives 1.8 20
0.9
All occlusives
1.8
1.5
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
None
Total
0
None
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
15
1.5
0.3
All antioxidants 16.8 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
16.8
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil
15
Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil
1.5
Tocopherol
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
15
All soothing 10 5 Rich in soothing
All soothing
10
15
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %50
Function
Origin
The most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Alcohol Denat.
Est. %15.1
Function
Origin

Denatured alcohol is ethanol that contains additives that make it unsafe to consume. It is mainly used as a solvent and an antimicrobial agent. A major drawback to alcohol denat. is that it dries out the skin.

Polysorbate 60
Est. %15
Function
Origin
An ester based on sorbitan. It is good for emulsifying water and oils together – specifically making oil-in-water emulsions. Polysorbate 60 is also said to give a product a notable fragrance.
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil
Est. %15
Function
Origin
A fragrant and antioxidant essential tea tree oil praised for its antiseptic and antimicrobial properties. Tea tree oil helps to treat acne, inflamed skin, and small wounds. It might, however, cause allergies and skin irritations.
Limonene
Est. %2
Function
Origin
One of the most used fragrances in skincare products. It is produced from the peels of citrus fruits and has a fresh, pleasant, citrusy smell. People who are sensitive to citrus should try to avoid it, or at least do a patch test before using it.
Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
A fatty oil pressed from the seeds of tamanu nuts. It is a prized, rarely used emollient and occlusive moisturizing oil. It contains fatty acids and antioxidant and antibacterial compounds that are active against acne-causing bacteria.
Citral
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
A fragrant compound found in many essential oils (especially lemon myrtle and lemongrass essential oil). It has a sweet, lemon-like scent. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid products with citral, or at least do a patch test before using.
Citronellol
Est. %1
Function
Origin
A fragrant compound found naturally in many essential oils (mainly lemongrass). It can have a lemon or a rose scent. People with sensitive skin should try to avoid products with citronellol, or at least do a patch test before using it.
Leptospermum Petersonii Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Simply another name for vitamin E. Tocopherol is a fantastic ingredient and especially beneficial for dry and inflamed skin. It has occlusive moisturizing, emollient, antioxidant, and photoprotective properties.