Wintergreen Essential Therapeutic Oil
Botanical Name: Gaultheria Procumbens
Plant Part: Leaves
Extraction Method: Steam
Origin: India
Description: Wintergreen is a small evergreen herb which grows up to 15cm (6 in) high with slender stems, leathery serrated leaves, drooping white flowers followed by fleshy scarlet berries.
Color: Pale Yellow
Common Uses: Wintergreen has a history of use as a pain reliever. It is also believed to increase the speed of healing for skin disorders, and when added to lotions, acts as a natural moisturizer.
Consistency: Thin
Note: Middle - Top
Strength of Aroma: Strong
Blends well with: Wintergreen blends well with Ylang Ylang, Peppermint, Marjoram Sweet, Lavender, Birch and Vanilla.
Aromatic Scent: Wintergreen has a strong mint candy flavor.
History: Wintergreen and Sweet Birch oil are both nearly identical in chemical composition and aroma; similarly, both have been used in traditional folk remedies.
This tradition has led to the discovery of Methyl Salicylate, its main ingredient, as a pain reliever. Wintergreen is a traditional native North American remedy, used for aches and pains and to help breathing while hunting or carrying heavy loads.
Cautions: If you are pregnant, refrain from using this oil. Safety in young children, nursing women, or those with severe liver or kidney disease is not known.
NOTE: Although usage notations are provided for Wintergreen Essential Therapeutic Oil above, we do not provide this educational information as medical advice. We suggest you consult with a physician and/or certified aromatherapist if you are seeking medical remedies. The information provided above is strictly informational, and not meant or intended as medical advice. The Magick Moon, nor its employees shall be held responsible, or liable for the misuse of the oils listed in this section.
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