James Thurber: I loathe the expression What makes him tick. It is the American mind, looking for simple and singular solution, that uses the foolish expression. A person not only ticks, he also chimes and strikes the hour, falls and breaks and has to be put together again, and sometimes stops like an electric clock in a thunderstorm.
But watch out, this is a liquid you want to keep far away from your mouth. Tea tree oil is dangerous if taken by mouth. It can cause serious side effects such as confusion, inability to walk, unsteadiness, rash and coma, says board-certified dermatologist Dr. Janet Prystowsky.
BUT (and this is a big but), you should never apply undiluted tea tree oil to acne. The potent solution can make skin become dry, irritated and itchy, which is the last thing you want when you're suffering from this stubborn condition. The best thing to do is mix 5ml of tea tree oil with 95 ml of water. Apply as a toner over acne prone areas. Try mixing tea tree with aloe vera gel and honey too - the ways in which you can use this nifty solution are endless.