WINTERGREEN (EXTERNAL USE) WINTERGREEN THE PLANT Scientific name: Gaultheria Procumbens. Origins: North America. History: Natives used it as herbal tea against arthritis problems. WINTERGREEN “BIOLOGOS” ESSENTIAL OIL Technique: Extracted from the leaves of the plant through steam distillation. Composition: High concentration up to 98% in methylsalicylate , basic ingredient of aspirin. Scent: Mild “pharmaceutical” and colour soft yellow. Country: China. QUALITIES Powerful analgesic, anti-microbial, anti-bacterial, relaxant. Aromatherapy uses: Ideal mainly for muscle-relaxing massage (popular among athletes) with very good results as it is well absorbed by tissues. Against arthritis, rheumatic and muscle pain, muscle tension. Combine with: Essential oils of Thyme, Eucalyptus, Spearmint, Oregano, Niaouli, Ylang-Ylang. CONTRAINDICATIONS ATTENTION: Never swallow. Not suitable for children. Due to its powerful agency, it should be used in small amounts and not daily (toxicity danger). Could cause serious eye irritation. Prohibited during pregnancy and in cases of allergy to aspirin.