Effect of tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) oil as a natural antimicrobial agent in lipophilic formulations.

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Summary

It is shown that TTO can act as a suitable preservative system within an oil-based formulation and that low levels of TTO were effective in reducing microbial growth during the use of the product.

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Published
2015-01-01
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Keywords

Tea tree oil, Melaleuca alternifolia, Antimicrobial, Preservative, Bacillus subtilis

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