User Guide

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Discover how to use our products.

About chilcuague

Chilcuague, Heliopsis longipes (Asteraceae: Heliantheae), is a perennial herb with yellow flowers, endemic to the region formed by portions of the Sierra de Álvarez and Sierra Gorda, on the borders of the states of Guanajuato, Querétaro, and San Luis Potosí, Mexico.

The part of the plant used is the root. It must be carefully unearthed to avoid breaking it. A plant takes 3 years to reach the necessary maturity to be used. Previously, the plant was not cultivated; it was only harvested in the wild.

It is also known as pyrethrum, golden root, or Aztec root.

The indigenous peoples of central Mexico already used and venerated this root for its powerful properties. It has been documented that Heliopsis longipes contains the alkaloid Afinina.

During the Second World War, international demand increased dramatically, leading to the belief that the plant was extinct. However, starting in the year 2000 and thanks to rural development projects, families of peasants were brought together to produce chilcuague, giving rise to local peasant organizations and cooperatives.

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Natural Concentrated Chilcuague Extract
What is it and what is it used for?

How is it prepared?

The original concentrated natural chilcuague extract is a tincture of the chilcuague root (Heliopsis Longipes). Maceration is done in pure cane alcohol and then goes through an extraction process in a still to increase its potency.

Where do the ingredients come from?

The chilcuague root comes from a cooperative of producers from the Sierra Gorda of Guanajuato. No agrochemicals are used in its production. The propolis comes from beekeepers in Tepoztlán, Morelos. The pure cane alcohol comes from the State of Veracruz.

How do I apply the spray correctly?

Direct or diluted.

Apply one or two sprays on or under the tongue and breathe normally through the nose. Do not inhale through the throat.

To reduce sensitivity, dilute one spray in 1/8 of a glass of water (30 ml) and gargle and/or rinse.

It can also be applied directly to the toothbrush along with toothpaste for deeper cleaning and reduced inflammation in the gums.

It feels a little strange... what do I do?

It's normal.

Chilcuague has a slightly bitter taste. It also promotes salivation and, due to its anesthetic properties, produces a tingling and numbing sensation in the mouth. Saliva can be swallowed.

Do not inhale the spray. In case of inhalation, remain calm and breathe normally through the nose until the numbness subsides. This may last up to a minute.