TEA TREE OIL Side Effects & Safety. Tea tree oil is POSSIBLY SAFE for most people when put on the skin, but it can cause skin irritation and swelling. In people with acne, it can sometimes cause skin dryness, itching, stinging, burning, and redness.
Baby acne is a very common skin rash which usually develops in the first few weeks after birth. It is more common in boy babies than girl babies. This rash confuses many parents who assume (and not unreasonably) that acne is something which affects adults, especially teenagers.
These can make the acne worse. Some parents report that certain non-oily creams have helped their baby's acne. If you try one, monitor how it affects your baby's skin, and be prepared to stop using it if it makes his complexion worse. Do: Simply wash your baby's face with mild baby soap and water once a day.