Product Overview
Wintergreen Essential Oil
100% Pure & Natural
Botanical Name: Gaultheria procumbens
Country of Origin: China
Part of Plant Used: Leaves
Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Available in 10mls $16.99, 30mls $32.99 & 100mls $62.99
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.
In industry and manufacturing, wintergreen oil is used as a flavoring agent for products such as candies, toothpastes, and mouthwashes. It can also be used as a scent additive.
Wintergreen oil has also been used in traditional medicine for the following conditions:
- bacterial infections
- colds
- headache
- colic
- skin conditions
- sore throat
- tooth decay
Methyl salicylate, the active ingredient in wintergreen oil, can be toxic, so care should always be taken when using wintergreen oil.
Particular care should be taken around children, who may be attracted to wintergreen oil by its scent. Wintergreen oil should never be used on children and should always be kept out of reach of children. Wintergreen oil should never be swallowed.
A great site to read up on is The American College of Healthcare Service
General Safety Information
Do not take any oils internally and do not apply undiluted essential oils, absolutes, CO2s or other concentrated essences onto the skin without advanced essential oil knowledge or consultation from a qualified aromatherapy practitioner.
Should be avoided during pregnancy.
Source: Valerie Ann Worwood, The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy, 25th Anniversary Edition (Novato, CA: New World Library, 2016, 603.
