Wintergreen Gaultheria procumbens Essential Oil Information

Wintergreen Essential Oil |
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Botanical Name |
Alternative Names |
Source Location |
Plant part used |
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Gaultheria procumbens |
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USA, China |
Leaves |
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Extraction Method |
Color |
Consistency |
Aroma Strength |
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Steam distilled |
Clear |
Thin |
Strong |
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Fragrance |
Minty, fresh |
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Benefits |
Effectively relieves the pain of lumbago, sciatica, neuralgia, gout, rheumatoid arthritis and fibromyalgia, as well as headaches and muscle pain. Use to clear minor infections like cold sores, snakebites, dog bites and insect bites. Opens sinuses and promotes deep breathing. |
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Blends Well With |
Basil, Birch Tar, Cypress, Eucalyptus, Grapefruit, Helichrysum, Lavender, Lemon, Oregano, Peppermint, Ravensara, Rosemary, Spearmint, Thyme, Vanilla, Vetiver, Ylang Ylang |
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Constituents |
Methyl salicylate (common aspirin |
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Properties |
Anti-inflammatory, Antirheumatic, Antitussive, Astringent, Carminative, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Galactagogue, Stimulant. |
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Safety |
EXTREMELY POTENT: Do NOT use if allergic to aspirin. Do NOT ingest and do NOT use on children. |
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