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Mild acne

2 plants

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Tea tree oil 5% vs BPO in older trials — slower, smellier, allergenic. Do not use undiluted oil. Hormonal/PCOS acne is not a facial oil problem.

Primary plants

  1. Tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia)
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    Tea treeHuman data

    Melaleuca alternifolia

    5% tea tree gel has human mild-acne data. Contact allergy is common enough to mention.

    Typical. 5% topical gel. Never neat oil on the face.

    Safety. Irritation, allergy. Ingestion is toxic. Keep away from cats/kids.

Supportive plants1
  • Witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana)
    Witch hazelStrong traditional
    Hamamelis virginiana

    Astringent toner — adjunct drying, not antibacterial like BPO.

    Typical. Distillate pads.

    Safety. Over-dry → more oil.

When this is not enough

  • Nodulocystic acne, scarring, isotretinoin-range disease, PCOS not evaluated

Rooted is a private clinical reference for licensed practitioners. It is educational, not a treatment protocol, and not a substitute for the chart, the exam, or pharmacy review. Plant medicines interact with drugs and can harm liver, kidney, heart, pregnancy, and children.

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