Wintergreen essential oil can be used in gels, creams, lotions, or oils to relieve muscular aches and pains, reduce pain associated with arthritis, reduce or ease muscular tension, reduce pain associated with back pain.

 

Go to "Essential Oil Suggestions ' for some ideas on how to use this essential oil.

 

Here are some suggestions:

 

Bath

To unwind and relieve muscle tension,

Add 4 drops Wintergreen oil mixed along with 4 drops Lavender oil to a warm bath. Put the oils after you filled the tub. Relax and enjoy for 15-20 minutes. Pat try with a  towel. Do not remove all the oils from your body. let the oils absorb into the skin. 

 

Diffuser

Add 5-6 drops of Wintergreen oil in your diffuser, do not forget to add the water, this oil will give your room a fresh minty scent.

You can add several drops to some homemade laundry soap for its deodorizing effects.

 

Flu & cold

Combine wintergreen and coconut oil together.

Add 4-5 drops of Wintergreen oil with 1 ounce (30 ml) coconut oil and rub on your chest and upper back.

Make a blend by adding Eucalyptus,(3)  Peppermint,(2) and Bergamot (1) oils. Total of 6 drops to 30 ml /1 oz carrier oil. This will help prevent the common cold or flu.  

 

Massage

Wintergreen oil works to reduce swelling and irritation that occurs around painful muscles, neck pain, lower back,and joints.

Add 4-5 drops of Wintergreen oil mixed with 1 ounce (30 ml) of carrier oil. and massage into the appropriate area.

 

Mouth Wash

Add one to two drops to a glass of water and GARGLE in your mouth for 30–60 seconds before rinsing. DO NOT SWALLOW

Wintergreen not only helps naturally freshen your breath, it can also protect gums and teeth from infection and pain

 

For other ideas how to use essential oils check out our ESSENTIAL OIL-BOOK

 

Dilute before use; for external use only. May cause skin irritation in some individuals; a skin test is recommended prior to use. Contact with the eyes should be avoided.

 

Because methyl salicylate can be harmful when used on open wounds, internally, on babies or children, and on anyone with allergies, use caution and start slowly.

Our products are for external use only unless otherwise indicated. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, and it should not be used by anyone who is pregnant or under the care of a medical practitioner.