Broader coverage
Tea tree oil is presented as especially relevant for gram-negative germs, fungi and yeasts, while manuka oil reinforces the profile against gram-positive germs.
Scientific foundation
The complementarity of tea tree oil and manuka oil
Historical MEDI feet documentation explains that both essential oils provide complementary profiles against different microorganisms and that their association broadens the cosmetic spectrum of interest for foot care.
Cosmetic support for the foot
The blend was historically used to support the cosmetic care of friction, irritation, dryness and other common foot concerns.
A defining brand idea
The association of both oils is one of the defining features of MEDI feet and strengthens its professional cosmetic-care proposition.
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Why both oils are combined
- Tea tree oil is described as relevant for fungi, yeasts and several gram-negative microorganisms.
- Manuka oil reinforces the profile against gram-positive germs and adds cosmetic value for dry or irritated skin.
- Used together, they aim to address a wider range of common foot and nail concerns.
Tea tree oil
Melaleuca alternifolia
An essential oil historically linked to topical antiseptic, antifungal and soothing use within cosmetic foot care.
Manuka oil
Leptospermum scoparium
An essential oil valued for reinforcing the profile against gram-positive germs while also supporting dry or irritated skin.
Scientific foundation
Historical activity comparison table
The table brings together the comparative dilutions included in the line’s historical technical documentation.
| Microorganism | Type | Manuka | Tea Tree |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escherichia coli | Gram (-) | 1:10 | 1:500 |
| Staphylococcus aureus | Gram (+) | 1:1.500 | 1:400 |
| Pseudomonas aeruginosa | Gram (-) | <1:10 | <1:10 |
| Proteus vulgaris | Gram (-) | <1:10 | 1:500 |
| Candida albicans | Levadura / Yeast | <1:30 | 1:700 |
| Streptococcus pyogenes | Gram (+) | 1:2.000 | 1:1.500 |
| Listeria monocytogenes | Gram (+) | 1:2.000 | 1:700 |
| Klebsiella pneumoniae | Gram (-) | <1:10 | 1:800 |
| Aspergillus niger | Hongo / Fungus | <1:50 | <1:50 |
| Trichophyton mentagrophytes | Hongo / Fungus | 1:1.000 | 1:1.000 |