Wintergreen Essential Oil (Gaultheria fragrantissima)

Certified organic essential oil. High methyl salicylate content (99.85%) – premium quality, guarantees strong therapeutic effects. Nepal. Fresh and invigorating – wintergreen essential oil has a sweet, minty aroma. Thanks to its natural cooling effect, it is an excellent choice for supporting muscles and joints – just a few drops can help relieve intense pain and relieve tension.

Our wintergreen essential oil comes from wild shrubs growing on the green slopes of the Himalayas in Nepal and is extracted by steam distillation from the leaves.
Due to its powerful natural ingredients, this oil should be used in small amounts and for short periods of time. It is not recommended for homes with dogs or cats.
Note: This product has a child-resistant cap instead of a standard dropper. A plastic pipette is included for precise oil dosing.

Product properties
Country of origin: Nepal
Part of the plant: Leaves
Cultivation: Wildcrafted
Groups of organic compounds: Esters
Botanical family: Ericaceae
Extraction method: Steam distillation

Therapeutic and aromatic properties
Therapeutic properties:

• Painkillers
• Antimicrobial
• Antispasmodic
• Respiratory decongestants
  

Fragrance profile:
Notes: Middle-upper
Aroma: Sweet, Fresh, Minty

Application
Muscle Relief – Add a drop or two to massage butter to relieve deep muscle pain.

Joint support – prepare wintergreen gel to support free, pain-free movements of the hands and wrists.

Cleansing – Microbial Reduction – If you are sick at home, use the oil to make an intensive cleaning solution.

What does such a high content of Methyl Salicylate mean?
Strong analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect – ideal for muscle and joint pain

A natural warming agent – used in ointments and mixtures for rheumatic pain, inflammation and muscle fatigue.

It works like a natural aspirin – it relaxes muscles and relieves pain.

Refreshing, minty aroma – stimulates and improves mood

Durability and safety
Shelf life: 7 years
Safety and warnings:
Use sparingly and only on small areas of skin for short periods of time.
Contraindications: Do not use if taking anticoagulants, before surgery, or in cases of blood clotting disorders. Do not use during pregnancy, breastfeeding, or in children due to the risk of Reye's syndrome. Do not use if you are hypersensitive to salicylates or have ADD/ADHD. Do not use orally if you have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Maximum concentration for use on skin: 2.4% (only on intact skin).
Keep out of reach of children, in a bottle with a safety cap.

Wintergreen blends best with warming oils (ginger, cinnamon, copaiba), coniferous oils (Ponderosa pine, spruce, fir), citrus oils (orange, lemon, bergamot) and relaxing oils (lavender, chamomile, ylang ylang).

Cultivation: Wildcrafted
Production Date: 2023-09-20
Shelf Life: 7 years
Aroma Notes: Middle-top
Country of Origin: Nepal
Batch Number: WIN-109

View the detailed GC/MS report for this oil (PDF)

All essential oils available at Aromatics International are GC/MS tested, guaranteeing their highest quality and purity for aromatherapy applications. This ensures that we offer products with verified composition and full integrity. Learn more about GC/MS reports. Batch Number: WIN-109.

wintergreen oil, methyl salicylate (INCI: Gaultheria fragrantissima leaf oil)