Tea Tree Oil...

I'm 3 weeks post loc installation and my daughter is 1 week post installation. My daughter runs cross country at her middle school and I play on a ALTA tennis team. After exercising I spray our scalp with tea tree oil and water before showering. Here's how it works...

Materials:
Desert Essence 100% Australian Tea Tree Oil
One 2 Fl oz spray bottle (empty)
Water

How to make the mixture:
Fill the spray bottle 6/8th's full (leave room for the oil and mixing). Put 2 drops of oil into the water bottle. Replace the cap on the spray bottle and shake.

How to apply:
Before getting into the shower, spray your entire scalp ONLY with the tea tree oil/water mixture. Do not spray your locs, only your scalp. You can massage your scalp if you'd like, although it's not necessary. If your locs are newly installed wear a plastic cap while you're showering, if your locs are mature you can skip the cap. Shower with the water as hot as you can stand it. So not rinse your hair. The steam from the shower will open your pores and the tea tree oil will go to work.

Tea tree oil is a natural Antiseptic, antifungal, Antibacterial and antiviral. The tea tree oil water spray does not replace your regular wash, but it is an effective scalp cleanser, antiseptic in between washes. Tea tree oil is an essential oil so I wouldn't recommend daily use as it 'could' cause buildup. I also wouldn't use undiluted tea tree oil on my scalp or hair.

If you decide to try the tea tree oil mixture comment and tell me how it works for you.