Today, I want to rave about the wonders of tea tree essential oil and why this is an item I will always want to have at home.   The reason why this oil is great is because of its benefical medical properties such as being antiseptic and antifungal, plus its beneficial cosmetic properties.  I started out using the tea tree essential oil to treat my son’s cold and flu but found it really effective in helping with my skin ailment plus body odor.