Properties of Wintergreen
Anti-inflammatory: The components of wintergreen help reduce inflammatory processes.
Anti-rheumatic: Useful for relieving symptoms of rheumatism and arthritis.
Antitussive: Has the ability to help with dry cough.
Analgesic: Helps to soothe or reduce pain.
Carminative: Aids in the expulsion of gases.
Practical Uses and Applications of Wintergreen Essential Oil
Wintergreen essential oil has traditionally been used to help in the following situations:
Musculoskeletal system: Helps with muscle pain, lumbago, sciatica, neuralgia, myalgia, sprains, tendinitis.
Digestive system: Helps with stomach spasms, colic, dyspepsia, flatulence, and nausea.
Skeletal system: Helps with the treatment of osteoarthritis, rheumatism, joint pain.
Recipes with Wintergreen Essential Oil
IN MASSAGE
- To relieve joint or muscle discomfort: Use a blend of 5 drops of Wintergreen essential oil with 3-4 drops of Lavender essential oil and 1 tablespoon of Black Cumin oil, and apply to joints or muscles.
- To improve digestive function: Use 1 drop of wintergreen with 1 teaspoon of coconut vegetable oil and apply to the abdominal area.
1. Massage for Muscle Pain
Ingredients:
- 10 ml sweet almond vegetable oil
- 3 drops wintergreen essential oil
- 2 drops lavender essential oil
- 2 drops rosemary essential oil
Instructions:
- Mix all the ingredients in a dark glass bottle.
- Apply the mixture to the affected areas and massage gently.
- Use 1 to 2 times daily as needed.
2. Relaxing Bath to Relieve Stress and Muscle Pain
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Epsom salts
- 5 drops wintergreen essential oil
- 3 drops lavender essential oil
- 2 drops peppermint essential oil
Instructions:
- Fill the bathtub with hot water.
- Dissolve the Epsom salts in the water.
- Add the essential oils and mix well.
- Soak in the bath for 20-30 minutes for relief.
3. Hot Compress for Joint Pain
Ingredients:
- 500 ml hot water
- 5 drops wintergreen essential oil
- 3 drops ginger essential oil
- 1 clean cotton cloth
Instructions:
- Add the essential oils to the hot water.
- Soak the cloth in the water, wring out the excess.
- Apply the hot compress to the painful joints for 15-20 minutes.
- Repeat as needed.
4. Refreshing Gel for Tired Legs
Ingredients:
- 50 ml aloe vera gel
- 4 drops wintergreen essential oil
- 3 drops cypress essential oil
- 2 drops peppermint essential oil
Instructions:
- Mix all the ingredients in a jar.
- Apply the gel to your legs, especially after a long day.
- Store the gel in the refrigerator for an extra cooling effect.
5. Sports Massage Oil
Ingredients:
- 20 ml arnica vegetable oil
- 5 drops wintergreen essential oil
- 3 drops eucalyptus essential oil
- 3 drops peppermint essential oil
Instructions:
- Mix all the ingredients in a dark glass bottle.
- Massage the oil onto muscles before and after exercise.
- Use as needed to prevent or relieve muscle pain.
Precautions:
- Do not use on children under 12, pregnant or breastfeeding women.
- Do not apply directly to the skin undiluted, as it may cause irritation.
- Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.
These recipes take advantage of the anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties of wintergreen essential oil to provide relief in various situations.
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Recommended Dilutions for Wintergreen Essential Oil
Maximum generic dilution recommended for adults: 2%
Maximum generic dilution recommended for children: 0.25% (Not recommended for children under 12 years)
Essential oils are highly concentrated substances and should be diluted in almost all cases and uses. Use our dilution chart to get a more detailed idea of the correct use of essential oils:
ESSENTIAL OILS DILUTION GENERAL GUIDE
Notes from Our Expert Aromatherapists
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“Wintergreen has a characteristic and easily identifiable aroma. When used carefully, always diluted, we can obtain its benefits quickly and noticeably, especially for muscle or joint pain, where this oil is essential in our first aid kit.”
Luís Rodero, Aromatherapy Expert.
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Identification
Botanical name: Gaultheria procumbens L. Ericaceae
Origin: China
Extraction method: Steam distillation without solvents or refining processes.
Part distilled or extracted: Leaves
INCI: Gaultheria procumbens Leaf Oil.
Safety
Keep out of reach of children.
Avoid use during the first months of pregnancy.
Some natural components of this essential oil may pose an allergy risk for some people. Always perform a tolerance test on preparations by applying a few drops to the inside of the elbow.
Topical use: Suitable in dilution.
Diffuser: Not suitable.
Phototoxicity: No
Sensitizing: Yes
Irritant: No
Allergens naturally present in this essential oil:
Linalool < 0.5 % Benzyl alcohol < 0.05 %
Storage of Essential Oils
It is equally important to know how to store essential oils to ensure their good condition and prevent them from becoming toxic or irritating due to oxidation or contamination. Therefore, we recommend reading this small guide:
Storage of Essential Oils
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