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why wintergreen
Discover Why Wintergreen & Our Powerful Ingredients Work. Learn about the diverse wintergreen oil uses, from soothing sore muscles and easing joint discomfort to its invigorating aroma. Beyond wintergreen, we harness the benefits of magnesium for enhanced recovery, arnical oil for reducing inflammation. Understand why wintergreen offers a holistic approach to your active lifestyle and recovery.
Wintergreen plant oil
Wintergreen plant oil is an essential oil derived from the leaves of the wintergreen plant(Gaultheria procumbens), a small evergreen shrub native to North America. The oil has a strong, sweet, minty aroma and is known as 'natures cortizone' because of its medicinal and therapeutic properties.
Wintergreen oil’s high concentration of methyl salicylate acts as a natural pain reliever, easing muscle and joint pain.
It acts as an anti-inflammatoryas it reduces inflammation and eases swelling from arthritis, sprains, and musculoskeletal discomfort.
Wintergreen oil promotes blood flowto the area it’s applied, which can help accelerate healing of sore muscles. It provides a warming or cooling sensation that helps soothe aches and pains. Used by athletes, wintergreen oil can aid in quicker recovery by reducing muscle soreness after intense physical activity.
*While methyl salicylate is naturally found in wintergreen plants, we use a high-purity, nature-identical manufactured version in our formulations. This ensures greater safety, stability, and consistency in every product — without compromising on performance.
Magnesium
Magnesium Chloride
Magnesium Chlorideis a compound of Magnesium and Chloride. Known for its high bioavailability, it is easily absorbed by the body and provides longer-lasting relief for muscle soreness, joint pain, inflammation and skin conditions. It aids in the improvement & regulation of the bodies digestive & nervous system.
Magnesium Sulfate
Magnesium Sulfate (Epsom Salt)is a compound of Magnesium and sulfate. Primarily composed of Magnesium Sulfate, Epsom Salt soothes muscle achesand pains, eliminates toxins from the body and promotes relaxation. It can also be used as a natural exfoliant for the skin.
Magnesium PCA
Magnesium PCArefers to the combination of Magnesium and Pyrrolidone Carboxylic Acid. Magnesium PCA helps hydrate the skin, support the skin’s barrier function, improve overall appearance and has anti-inflammatoryproperties that contribute to reducing skin irritation and redness.
menthol
Menthol is a naturally occurring compound found in the essential oils of mint plants, primarily in peppermint (Mentha piperita) and cornmint (Mentha arvensis). It’s known for its cooling sensation and refreshing aroma.
Menthol produces a cooling effect that can numb the skin, helping to temporarily relieve pain.
Menthol has anti-inflammatoryproperties that make it useful for reducing swelling and redness when applied to sore or injured areas.
Applied topically, menthol can help ease muscle tension and reduce soreness.
Menthol’s cooling effect can also reduce itching and irritation, making it useful for minor skin irritations.
natural essential oils
Arnica Oil
Arnica oil is derived from the flowers of the Arnica montana plantand is valued in topical analgesics for its anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties, often used to soothe muscle aches, reduce swelling, and ease bruising.
Calendula oil
Calendula oil is derived from the flowers of the Calendula officinalis plant and has anti-inflammatory and soothing properties, helping to reduce pain, swelling, and promote healing.
Lavender oil
Lavender oil is derived from the flowers of the Lavandula angustifolia plant and has calming, anti-inflammatory, and pain-relieving benefits, helping to soothe sore muscles and joints. It alleviates bruising and regenerates cells to improve the appearance of scaring.
Grapeseed
Grapeseed oil is derived from the seeds of grapes and has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, aiding in skin repair, moisturizing, and reducing inflammation.
Rosemary oil
Rosemary oil is derived from the leaves of the Rosmarinus officinalis plantand is has anti-inflammatory and circulation-boosting properties, which help relieve muscle pain and stiffness.
Peppermint oil
Peppermint oil is derived from the leaves of the Mentha piperita plantand is used in topical analgesics for its cooling and pain-relievingeffects, helping to soothe muscle aches and reduce inflammation.
Capsaicin (Liquid Pepper Extract):
Liquid pepper extract, from chili peppers, contains capsaicin, the active compound responsible for its heat. It has several roles in topical analgesics, especially for warming up musclesand relieving pain:
Capsaicin can help reduce pain by depleting substance P, a neuropeptide associated with pain signaling. This can provide temporary relief from conditions like arthritis, muscle strains, and neuropathic pain.
The warming sensation caused by capsaicin stimulates blood flow to the area where it is applied. This increased circulation warms up muscles and joints, preparing them for physical activity.
The warming effect may promote relaxationof tense muscles, making it beneficial before exercise.