If you’re anything like me, you definitely know the struggle of having oily, acne-prone skin. The irritation of having to take extra care of my complexion and having to forgo make-up because let’s face it, it’s not worth the sudden pimple flares that follow right after. It’s fine once in awhile, but that aside, I stay far away.
And as though to add on to my list of grievances, skincare products that I choose tend to be on the more expensive side because I almost always react terribly to anything cheap. Even now. Seriously, I thought things were supposed to get better now that I’m an adult!
Thankfully enough, I managed to get my old, acne-riddled complexion under control by opting for Jurlique’s skincare range, then adopting the Korean beauty routine. Aside from the occasional pimple due to the monthlies, it was blissfully clear for years. Alas, my hard work was dashed when I decided to take fish oil pills for health reasons.
Instant flare up!! That, along with stress (and I suspect, possibly, a skincare product change) just made things worse.
Ugh.
So I decided to look for a new spot treatment. It had been awhile since I needed one, so I was unfortunately out of touch with that part of the beauty world.
Not too long after starting up Google, did I come across recommendations for The Body Shop’s tea tree range. Most specifically, the mask and the oil.
I bought both, but for today, I’ll be reviewing the oil.
Let me just say this: it is amazing.
What is it?
Just like the name says, The Body Shop’s Tea Tree Oil (RM42 for 10ml; RM69 for 20ml) comes in the form of oil. Diluted, to ensure safe usage.
For those of you who are often plagued by breakouts, the idea of turning to tea tree products for help isn’t unfamiliar to you. Unless of course, you’ve been severely neglecting your skin, then in which case, God help you.
But I digress. This potion in a bottle is the best spot treatment I’ve tried so far, so much that I was in for a pleasant surprise after leaving it on overnight. The horrible pustules that had been haunting me SHRUNK so much in size, I couldn’t believe it! I’ve tried spot treatments before, but none produced results like this has. It managed to shrink existing pimples, and eradicate the ones that were about to surface. Amazing stuff.
There is a reason why it’s hailed as a cult classic. With one bottle sold every 8 seconds, it must have a growing league of loyal, happy customers.
What is it like?
As stated before, it is an oil. It’s not on the viscous side, so I always tap it on the back of my hand for easier application. I use my fingers to dab it on the offending area.
Absorption takes quite some time, but rest assured that it does not leave behind any strange residue. Which I have to say makes it perfect for wearing underneath your make up.
That aside, the oil’s most prominent feature is its strong tea tree smell which lingers before taking ages to fade. Scented products usually bother me, but for the benefits this gives me, it’s not an issue.
Packaging
The packaging of this has to be one of the most inconvenient out of all the bottles lining my dressing table. Aesthetically speaking, the Tea Tree Oil bottle offers a simple, clean appearance that is easy on the eyes, and its small size makes it highly convenient to carry around without a fuss.
Adding on, its push-then-screw cap makes sure no spillage occurs while the bottle is jostled around in your handbag. However, it does bring inconvenience in any other situation as it can be a pain to open.
Dispensing the oil is annoying as well, because it is difficult to control the amount you pour out. With the way it is designed, you can easily end up with either too little or too much product on your hand.
End result
Clearer skin in a short span of time. Pimples disappear with just a few applications.
It can be a bit drying if applied in excess. Otherwise, it’s perfect.
Where can I find it?
The Body Shop.
Verdict
- Product rating: 5/5
- Packaging rating: 2/5
Until I can find something better, I’m going to continue buying this for the foreseeable future. Love it.
Ingredients
Aqua/Water/Eau (Solvent), Alcohol Denat. (Solvent), Polysorbate 60 (Surfactant), Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil/Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil (Natural Additive), Limonene (Fragrance Ingredient), Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil (Skin Conditioning Agent), Citral (Fragrance Ingredient), Citronellol (Fragrance Ingredient), Leptospermum Petersonii Oil (Fragrance Ingredient), Tocopherol (Antioxidant).
