The Basics On Wintergreen Oil
What is Wintergreen Oil?
A type of mint often used to ease the discomfort of sore muscles.
What are other names for Wintergreen Oil?
WINTERGREEN OIL (GAULTHERIA PROCUMBENS L.)
What is Wintergreen Oil used for?
The active ingredient in wintergreen oil, methyl salicylate, is closely related to aspirin and has analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. As such, products containing wintergreen oil are often used as an anti-inflammatory and topical pain reliever. Wintergreen oil has also been used in traditional medicine for the following conditions: bacterial infections colds headache colic skin conditions sore throat tooth decay
How Wintergreen Oil is classified
Plant Extracts, Sensitizing
Recommendations for using Wintergreen Oil during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Avoid
Wintergreen Oil During Pregnancy
What we know about using Wintergreen Oil while pregnant or breastfeeding
Limited information available.
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General safety info about Wintergreen Oil from CIR
No report found.
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Products where you might find Wintergreen Oil
Eminence Organic Skin Care Wildflower Ultralight Oil (3.3 fl. oz.), The Organic Pharmacy Sweet Vanilla Dry Oil (100 ml.), Lancer Skincare Omega Hydrating Oil with Ferment Complex (1 fl. oz.), Sunday Riley LUNA Sleeping Night Oil (1.18 fl. oz.), Olaplex No. 7 Bonding Oil (1 fl. oz.); Caudalie Vinopure Natural Salicylic Acid Pore Minimizing Serum, Beautycounter Countercontrol Clear Pore Cleanser, adwoa beauty Baomint Moisturizing Shampoo
List of References
General sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/
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Disclaimer: This material is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Consult your healthcare provider with any questions.
