Manuka Oil Treats Skin Irritation and Problems,
Athlete Foot, Fungal Infection, Dandruff and More...

Traditional Uses of the Manuka Tree:

Manuka Honey and Manuka Oil are nature's greatest secret for healing the skin of skin irritations, athlete foot, fungal skin infections, fungal nail infections, dandruff, rashes and other skin problems. Although it is only in the last decade that the Manuka tree has begun to be recognized and understood through science - the Maori Indians or, the indigenous people of New Zealand, have long known the strength and healing ability of the Manuka tree.

Manuka honey and Manuka oil has been used to treat a range of skin problems including chronic sores, ring worm, eczema, fungal infections (athlete foot and fungal nail infections), scalp itch and dandruff. Others reported that a decoction of leaves were drank for urinary complaints and to reduce fever. The leaves were boiled in water and inhaled for head colds, blocked sinuses, hay fever, even bronchitis and asthma. Leaves and bark were boiled together, and the warm liquid was rubbed on stiff backs and rheumatic joints. The leaves and young branches were put into vapor baths. The crushed leaves were applied as a poultice for many skin diseases and were directly applied to wounds and deep gashes to enhance healing and reduce the risk of infection. The young shoots were chewed and swallowed for dysentery. The bark, the sap, and the seed capsules of the Manuka were also used extensively for treating various ailments.

Clearly, Manuka was an important medicinal plant, both to the Maori Indians and to the early European settlers who, in the early years of settlement, depended on Maori knowledge of medicinal plants in treating their own illnesses.

Effectiveness of Manuka Honey and Manuka Oil

Research found that not all Manuka Oils from New Zealand are biologically active. Only Manuka oil from the East Cape region of New Zealand contains high levels of "triketones", the naturally occurring chemical compound that provide the anti-bacterial and anti-fungicidal properties. All Manuka Oil is batch tested by Crop & Food Research to verify all Manawa Manuka oil products contain high levels of triketones to ensure their healing ability.

Mild Sunburn - Apply cold water to remove heat and gently rub Manuka Cream into affected areas to help relieve stinging and later skin itching. Oily Skin and Pimples - Wash daily with Manuka Soap. Apply Pure Manuka Oil as a spot treatment for problem acne areas.

Fungal Skin Infections, Fungal Nail Infections - Apply a few drops of Pure Manuka Oil with a cotton ball, twice daily. Continue to apply for 5 days after visible signs of infection have gone. Skin Irritation, Chafing and Rashes - Wash regularly with Manuka Soap and apply Manuka Cream twice daily as required.

Itching Scalp and Dandruff Home Remedy - Add 10 drops of Pure Manuka Oil to a normal amount of shampoo and massage into wet hair and scalp to relieve scalp itch. Leave for five minutes before rinsing. Foot and Body Odor - Wash daily with Manuka Soap. For foot odor, rub Mild Manuka Oil or Manuka Cream into feet 3 times per week. Also protects against fungal infection.

Cuts, Scratches and Abrasions - Apply Pure Manuka Oil. Insect Bites and Stings - Apply Mild Manuka Oil or Manuka Cream to help relieve itching and inflammation and prevent infection.

Athletes Foot Treatment - Apply a few drops of Pure Manuka Oil with a cotton ball, twice daily as an athlete foot remedy. Continue to apply for 5 days after visible signs of the fungus infection have gone. Aching Muscles and Joints - Massage Mild Manuka Oil into tired and aching muscles and joints.