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Traditionally used to support healthy breathing and to soothe minor aches and pains. Has a child-resistant cap.

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Sinus Relief
Camphor (Cinnamomum camphora), Peppermint (Mentha piperita), Wintergreen (Gaultheria procumbens), Ylang Ylang (Cananga odorata), Osmanthus absolute (Osmanthus fragrans)

Safety Information
Children: Not suitable due to Wintergreen

Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Not suitable due to Wintergreen

Medication/Health Condition:
Contraindicated All Routes: Anticoagulant medication (such as aspirin, heparin, warfarin), Cardiac fibrillation, G6PD deficiency, Major Surgery and Childbirth (up to one week before and after), Peptic Ulcers, Hemophilia and other Bleeding disorders, Severe Hepatic (liver) or Renal (kidney) impairment, Hypertensive or Diabetic Retinopathy, Salicylate sensitivity (often applies to ADD/ADHD), Thrombocytopenia (decreased platelet count), Vasculitis
Contraindicated Orally: Cholestasis, GERD

Therapeutic Uses
Sinus Relief essential oil blend may support, aid, ease, soothe, reduce, calm, relax, promote and/or maintain healthy function of the following:

Aches and pains

Acne, pimples

Antiseptic/Disinfectant (protect from bacterial and fungal infections)

Appetite, regain

Arthritis

Bladder

Bronchitis

Bruises

Cellulite

Circulation

Colds

Congestion

Convalescence

Coughs

Cramps

Cystitis

Digestion: colic, colitis, Crohn's, diverticulitis, flatulance, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, morning sickness, motion sickness, nausea, poisoning

Disinfectant

Diuretic (edema/fluid retention)

Edema

Fatigue

Febrifuge (may promote perspiration, which helps remove toxins)

Gallstones

Gout

Headache
Heart

Hemorrhoids

Hives

Infection

Inflammation

Insect bites/stings

Joint aches and pains

Lumbargo

Menstrual cramps, irregularity

Mentally focusing, energizing and uplifting

Metabolism, stimulates

Migraines

Muscle aches, cramps, pain, spasms

Nerve pain

Nervous system

Neuralgia

Osteoporosis

Pain

Respiratory system
Rheumatism

Ringworm

Shock

Sinus

Skin; acne, astringent, inflammation, acne, oily skin, wrinkles (low%)

Spasms

Sprains

Swelling

Taste (may help restore)

Tendonitis

Tension muscles, headaches

Throat infection, laryngitis

Toxins (may help flush uric acid)

Tuberculosis

Urinary Tract

Veins

Application Suggestions (See Essential Oil Usage for more information and a Dilution Chart.)
Topical: Dilute with a carrier oil, unscented lotion or unscented cream and apply on area of concern or as desired. Consider using a roll-on applicator for ease of application of prediluted oil. Maximum topical use limit is 8%.

Inhalation: Diffuse or use a personal Nasal Inhaler. Sinus Relief may have a positive affect on the heart, clearing the lungs and boosting circulation, as well as calming nervous tension and is helpful during convalescence.

Testimonies
The following anecdotal testimonies have not been reviewed by the FDA.
The products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, prevent, treat or cure disease.
Information shared on the HEO website is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice given by your trusted health care provider.
We believe that essential oils are provided by the Lord to support our health and well-being.
The Lord is our wisdom, protector and healer.
(Genesis 1:29-30, Ezekiel 47:12)

1. For almost 3 years I have not been able to breathe through my nose. I put a drop of Sinus Relief on the tongue, and it worked almost instantly. An hour later it was still working. I still had relief this evening, and just before I got into bed, I placed Sinus Relief and Birch in a neti pot with Himalayan salt, and then I did another round of oral drops. Only one time have I had all-day relief, and that was with a nasal spray (not natural - chemical), and when it came back, it was four times worst. I've had some minor relief or temporary relief for a few minutes or hours before, but I've never had as much relief as with this blend. - Robert A.

2. I have a head/chest cold, and I used Sinus Relief on my sinus cavities, on my forehead, under my eyes and a little under my nose. I had to close my eyes for a few minutes while the fumes evaporated, but it cleared up my sinuses almost immediately and allowed me to go to sleep. I reapplied it this morning and it has helped me so much. - Stacy

3. My daughter (age 7) was hysterical last night crying. Her nose was all stopped up and she couldn't breathe. I got the Sinus Relief and rubbed a small amount on the bridge of her nose and then told her to breathe thru her nose. She said "MOM! that stuff works great!" I didn't dilute it, so she had to keep her eyes closed, and I normally would have diluted it on her, but I needed her to calm down quickly, and making her lay in my lap with her eyes closed ended up being a blessing. We applied Peaceful to the bone behind her ears and on the bottoms of her feet, and she calmed down rather quickly and slept through the night. - Stacy

4. I have been applying Sinus Relief (neat) across my forehead every night before bed. It's done wonders for me. I've been able to breathe throughout the night instead of being stuffy, and it also seems to be working whatever I have out and keeping it from getting worse! - Linnea

5. I put a very tiny bit of Sinus Relief (undilued) on either side of my nose, or under my nose. I realize it's not recommended to use it undiluted like this, but this is what I do when I'm desperate and can't sleep. And I keep my eyes shut! - Mary

6. I love this blend so much!!! I helps keep my sinus passages clear. I have not have sinus problems since using it. I use it in an personal nasal inhaler, 15 drops 3-4 times daily. - Joselyn

7. Methods we use when we can't diffuse:
1) My daughter loves the inhalers from Hopewell. (She recommends a couple inhales in each nostril every 3-4 hours.)
2) Another method is to place a drop or two on a cotton ball and inhale from it. Then place the cotton ball in small glass container (e.g. jelly jar), and sniff again as needed.
3) For quick relief in acute situations, we put a drop in the palms of our hands, rub together and inhale. It will last longer if you dilute it with a carrier.
4) Dilute and rub on the bottoms of your feet (especially the base of your toes which are the sinus points) 2-3 times a day or as needed (especially good just before bed).
5) Dilute significantly and apply lightly to the bridge of the nose and/or over the sinuses. As Mary mentioned, close your eyes and keep them shut for a little while. (Lying down also helps to reduce the fumes getting into your eyes.) - Teresa

8. My absolute favorite blend for breathing and muscle aches in my private massage practice is Sinus Relief. Thanks you for making great blends. - Melanie

Safety
Pregnancy: Robert Tisserand wrote: Wintergreen/Birch should absolutely never be taken during pregnancy. Like all salicylates, it causes fetal malformations. Even externally, it can cause problems.

Children: Taking 4-10mL Wintergreen/Birch by mouth can be deadly. Tisserand writes: Birch and Wintergreen should not be used on or given to children in any amount due to the risk of developing Reye's Syndrome.

Undiluted Caution: Wintergreen/Birch use may cause skin irritations.

Oral Caution: Tisserand notes that the maximum adult daily oral dose of Wintergreen/Birch is 182mg, which would be less than 0.2mL. Large amounts taken orally can cause ringing in the ears, nausea, vomiting, headache, stomach pain and confusion.

Anticoagulant Medication, Childbirth, Epilepsy, Peptic Ulcer, Major Surgery: Methyl salicylate (the key constituent of Sweet Birch and Wintergreen) inhibits platelet aggregation and exacerbates blood thinning.

Robert Tisserand, aromatherapist and author of Essential Oil Safety, wrote about Wintergreen, but we include this information here because Birch is almost identical, chemically speaking, to Wintergreen: "In Europe, the ADI (‘acceptable daily intake’) for methyl salicylate is 0.5 mg/kg/day, which equates to about 1 drop of Wintergreen oil per adult per day. ADIs are primarily intended to cover the food industry. This regulation does not apply outside of Europe."

"There is no difference between Wintergreen oil toxicity and methyl salicylate toxicity. Methyl salicylate is one of the ingredients in Listerine, so many people use it daily in a mouthwash, and very small amounts may be ingested. As always, toxicity is in relation to dose. I would suggest that Wintergreen oil is not one that should be taken orally as a medicine, unless under the supervision of a doctor or herbalist. There have been many fatalities from (accidental) overdose, and there are a number of toxicity issues – it’s fetotoxic, there are several reasons why it could be problematic in children, it’s extremely blood-thinning, and should be avoided by people with GERD. So it’s not just a question of how much is toxic – it’s also about individual sensitivity. It should absolutely never be taken during pregnancy. Like all salicylates, it causes fetal malformations. Even externally, it can cause problems."

Dermal Use: Maximum level 2.5%
"Wintergreen oil has some wonderful properties, but I would not like to see it used at more than 5%. No one has died from dermal [topical] application, but there have been at least three reported cases of people taking blood-thinning medication who broke out in internal bruising when they applied methyl salicylate-containing products to their skin. It enhances the blood thinning action of the drug, and blood leaks out of the blood vessels."

"Methyl salicylate is good for some people, not for others. A blanket contraindication is not necessary, but it is best avoided in pregnancy – all salicylates are teratogenic in sufficient amount, including methyl salicylate and aspirin (acetyl salicylic acid). Methyl salicylate must be absolutely avoided by anyone taking blood-thinning drugs, as it increases the action of the drug, and this causes blood to leak into tissues and internal bruising occurs. Knowing a lethal dose tells you very little about what (1) a therapeutic dose would be or (2) a safe dose would be, but it does tell you what dose not to use! Therapeutic dose is good to know of course, and this varies between essential oil and also between purpose. Wintergreen oil has some wonderful properties, but I would not like to see it used at more than 5%."

Julia Lawless writes in the Encyclopedia of Essential Oils (p.69) that White camphor is relatively non-toxic, non-sensitizing and non-irritating.

Robert Tisserand notes in Essential Oil Safety: A Guide for Health Professionals 2nd edition (p. 228) that the only “hazard” with White Camphor is skin sensitization if oxidized.

Avoid contact with the eyes and other sensitive areas. Essential oils are both lipophilic and hydrophobic. Lipophilic means they are attracted to fat—like the membranes of your eyes and skin. They are also hydrophobic, meaning they do not like water. Flushing with water will only send the essential oil back to the eye's membranes. Applying a carrier oil will create another fat for the essential oil to be attracted to other than the membranes of the eyes or skin. We’ve not known this to cause permanent injury or long-term discomfort, but if you feel concerned, please call your health care provider.

References
Battaglia, Salvatore, The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 2002, pages 324.
Davis, P., Aromatherapy An A-Z, C.W. Daniel Company Ltd, 2000.
Rose, J, 375 Essential Oils and Hydrosols, Frog Ltd, 1999.
Tisserand, Robert, Essential Oil Safety, 2nd Edition 2014, pages 215-216.
Tisserand, Robert, Wintergreen Safety

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