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Botanical Name: Gaultheria procumbens Botanical Family: Ericaceae
· Extraction Method: Steam Distillation (after maceration in warm water)
· Part Used: Leaves
· Aroma Note: Top
Wintergreen is a low-growing evergreen shrub native to the forests of North America. It is chemically unique in the aromatherapy world: it consists almost entirely (up to 99%) of methyl salicylate. This is the exact compound that serves as the blueprint for modern aspirin.
To extract the oil, the leaves must be soaked in warm water to allow an enzymatic reaction to occur, which releases the methyl salicylate before distillation. The aroma is intensely sweet, minty, and "medicinal"—a scent most people recognize immediately from muscle rubs and sports balms.
Analgesic (powerful), Anti-inflammatory, Anti-rheumatic, Antispasmodic, Antiseptic, Astringent, Diuretic, Stimulant (circulatory).
· Muscular & Skeletal: This is the primary use for Wintergreen. It is one of the most effective oils for chronic pain, arthritis, rheumatism, and gout. It creates a "cooling" sensation followed by a "warming" effect as it increases blood flow to the area.
· Sports Recovery: Used by athletes for tendonitis, cramps, and "overworked" muscles. It helps move lactic acid out of the tissues.
· Nervous System: Effective for tension headaches and neuralgia (nerve pain). It acts like a liquid analgesic when applied topically (and highly diluted).
· Respiratory: In very small amounts, it can help clear the sinuses and ease breathing during a cold, though its potency requires extreme caution in inhalation.
Wintergreen is the "Oil of Surrender." It is specifically indicated for those who have a "strong will" to the point of being rigid or controlling. It helps a person let go of the need to be right and the habit of "carrying the world" on their shoulders. It helps dissolve the mental and emotional "stiffness" that often manifests as physical pain in the joints and back.
1. The "Athlete’s Intensive" Rub: Mix only 2 drops of Wintergreen in 30ml of carrier oil (like St. John’s Wort macerate). Use this to massage sore knees or lower back after heavy exertion.
2. Targeted Joint Comfort: Combine 1 drop of Wintergreen and 2 drops of Immortal in 10ml of carrier oil. Gently dab onto inflamed joints (like the knuckles or ankles) for deep relief.
3. The "Cooling Foot Relief": Add 2 drops of Wintergreen to a bowl of cool water for a foot soak after a long day of standing. It reduces swelling and refreshes tired feet.
The "Deep Relief" BlendFor severe muscle tension and structural aches
· 2 drops Wintergreen
· 4 drops Peppermint
· 4 drops Lavender
· (Dilute in 30ml of carrier oil)
Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Lavender, Marjoram, Peppermint, Rosemary, and Thyme.
EXTREME CAUTION REQUIRED. * Toxicity: Wintergreen is toxic if ingested. As little as a teaspoon can be fatal to a child. Always keep in a child-proof bottle.
· Aspirin Sensitivity:Avoid completely if you are allergic to aspirin or take blood-thinning medication (like Warfarin).
· Pregnancy & Children: Do not use during pregnancy, while breastfeeding, or on children under the age of 12.
· Kidney Health: Avoid if you have a history of kidney disease.
· Dilution: Never use undiluted. It is easily absorbed through the skin and can cause systemic toxicity if overused. Limit topical use to a maximum dilution of 1%.
Available sizes: 13ml
Botanical Name: Gaultheria procumbens Botanical Family: Ericaceae
· Extraction Method: Steam Distillation (after maceration in warm water)
· Part Used: Leaves
· Aroma Note: Top
Wintergreen is a low-growing evergreen shrub native to the forests of North America. It is chemically unique in the aromatherapy world: it consists almost entirely (up to 99%) of methyl salicylate. This is the exact compound that serves as the blueprint for modern aspirin.
To extract the oil, the leaves must be soaked in warm water to allow an enzymatic reaction to occur, which releases the methyl salicylate before distillation. The aroma is intensely sweet, minty, and "medicinal"—a scent most people recognize immediately from muscle rubs and sports balms.
Analgesic (powerful), Anti-inflammatory, Anti-rheumatic, Antispasmodic, Antiseptic, Astringent, Diuretic, Stimulant (circulatory).
· Muscular & Skeletal: This is the primary use for Wintergreen. It is one of the most effective oils for chronic pain, arthritis, rheumatism, and gout. It creates a "cooling" sensation followed by a "warming" effect as it increases blood flow to the area.
· Sports Recovery: Used by athletes for tendonitis, cramps, and "overworked" muscles. It helps move lactic acid out of the tissues.
· Nervous System: Effective for tension headaches and neuralgia (nerve pain). It acts like a liquid analgesic when applied topically (and highly diluted).
· Respiratory: In very small amounts, it can help clear the sinuses and ease breathing during a cold, though its potency requires extreme caution in inhalation.
Wintergreen is the "Oil of Surrender." It is specifically indicated for those who have a "strong will" to the point of being rigid or controlling. It helps a person let go of the need to be right and the habit of "carrying the world" on their shoulders. It helps dissolve the mental and emotional "stiffness" that often manifests as physical pain in the joints and back.
1. The "Athlete’s Intensive" Rub: Mix only 2 drops of Wintergreen in 30ml of carrier oil (like St. John’s Wort macerate). Use this to massage sore knees or lower back after heavy exertion.
2. Targeted Joint Comfort: Combine 1 drop of Wintergreen and 2 drops of Immortal in 10ml of carrier oil. Gently dab onto inflamed joints (like the knuckles or ankles) for deep relief.
3. The "Cooling Foot Relief": Add 2 drops of Wintergreen to a bowl of cool water for a foot soak after a long day of standing. It reduces swelling and refreshes tired feet.
The "Deep Relief" BlendFor severe muscle tension and structural aches
· 2 drops Wintergreen
· 4 drops Peppermint
· 4 drops Lavender
· (Dilute in 30ml of carrier oil)
Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Lavender, Marjoram, Peppermint, Rosemary, and Thyme.
EXTREME CAUTION REQUIRED. * Toxicity: Wintergreen is toxic if ingested. As little as a teaspoon can be fatal to a child. Always keep in a child-proof bottle.
· Aspirin Sensitivity:Avoid completely if you are allergic to aspirin or take blood-thinning medication (like Warfarin).
· Pregnancy & Children: Do not use during pregnancy, while breastfeeding, or on children under the age of 12.
· Kidney Health: Avoid if you have a history of kidney disease.
· Dilution: Never use undiluted. It is easily absorbed through the skin and can cause systemic toxicity if overused. Limit topical use to a maximum dilution of 1%.
Available sizes: 13ml
