Wintergreen

Wintergreen Essential Oil contains 85-99% of methyl salicylate the same active ingredient as birch and is beneficial in massage for soothing head tension and muscles after exercising. Methyl salicylate, the principal constituent of wintergreen, has been incorporated into numerous liniments and ointments for musculoskeletal problems.

Therapeutic Actions:

Cooling, soothing, stimulating and relieving

Common Uses:

Soothing head tension in massage and muscles after exercising; relieves muscle aches and stiffness in the joints; Use in blends for joint pain and supports healthy muscle, joint or cartilage function

Aromatic Influence:

It is mentally stimulating and increases attentiveness. The odor is its signature. It stimulates and increases awareness in all levels of the sensory system.

Blends Well With:

Basil, bergamot, chamomile, cypress, geranium, juniper, lavender, lemongrass, marjoram, peppermint

Application:

Photosensitivity: None

Dilute 50-50

– 1 part essential oil with 1 part of carrier oil. For age 0-1, use 1 drop of essential oil to 8-10 drop of carrier oil. For age 2-6, use 1 drop of essential oil to 2-4 drops of carrier oil. For age 7 and above, use 1 drop of essential oil to 1 drop of carrier oil.

Apply 1-2 drops on area of concern

Apply to chakras/Vita Flex points

Directly inhale or diffuse

Caution:

Do not use during pregnancy

Not for use by people with epilepsy

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