Essential Oil - Odorous Gautherie - Naturactive - 10 ml

Description

The essential oil of fresh leaves of fragrant Gaulthérie is composed of more than 98% of methyl salicylate, a molecule known for its anti-inflammatory, powerful analgesic, antispasmodic properties as well as febrifuge and heating. The essential oil of fragrant wintergreen is therefore particularly interesting in case of joint and muscle pain.

Major indications

Pain related to sports or sudden physical exertion such as moving (tendinitis, tennis elbow, golf elbow, sciatica, lumbago, strain, elongation, shock, sprain, sore muscles, back pain, cramps, inflammation, arthritis, polyarthritis) Rheumatism, gout, pain related to aging (osteoarthritis) Inflammation due to repeated small movements (typing on the computer, cash register, etc.) Neuralgia Headache (digestive origin or due to poor circulation)

Usage tips

All pain: Apply a few drops to the painful area, always diluted in vegetable oil (Arnica or St. John's wort if possible) at the rate of 2 drops of Wintergreen for 10 drops of vegetable oil. Headache: Apply the same mixture to the temples. Other very good indications Tired liver, aftermath of hepatitis Swallow 1 pure drop placed on a neutral tablet or in 1 teaspoon of olive oil, let it melt in the mouth twice a day for 21 days. Take a break for a week and start again if necessary.

Other uses

The typical smell of wintergreen often wafts through sports locker rooms. Nothing could be more normal because you can apply this essential oil before (to warm up the muscles) and (to accelerate the elimination of lactic acid) after sporting effort.

Contraindication

Wintergreen should always be diluted in vegetable oil before applying it to the skin, unless you are treating a very localized area, such as the knee. In this case, you can use pure essential oil, at the rate of 2 or 3 drops applied to the finger. This essential oil is prohibited throughout pregnancy and while breastfeeding. It is also not recommended for children under 7 years old.