title: An evaluation of tea tree oil as an alternative microbicide.
abstract: Tea tree oil is a popular ingredient in complementary medicines and beauty products. This literature review reveals some evidence of efficacy as an antiseptic, antibacterial and antifungal in topical application but also highlights dermatitis as a potential side-effect.
authors.affiliation: Queen Alexandra Hospital, Portsmouth.
authors.forename: Mick
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Willcox
mesh_terms: D000891:Anti-Infective Agents, Local / Q000008:administration & dosage* / Q000009:adverse effects; D002177:Candidiasis / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000517:prevention & control*; D004342:Drug Hypersensitivity; D006801:Humans; D020947:Tea Tree Oil / Q000008:administration & dosage* / Q000009:adverse effects
chemical_list: D000891:Anti-Infective Agents, Local; D020947:Tea Tree Oil