Technical data
- Product Name: Wintergreen
- Latin name: Gaultheria procumbens
- Extraction: Steam distillation
- Origin:
- Parts used:
- Origin of parts:
- CAS: 68917-75-9
Features
- Scent: Sweet, minty, candy-like with a warm root-beer depth and crisp herbal lift
- Scent type: Greens and herbs
- Note: Top
- Color: Pale yellow to pinkish
- Viscosity: Thin, watery
Blends with
Trail Recovery Rub
Purpose
- A post-hike massage blend to soothe well-used muscles.
- Recipe
30 ml sweet almond oil, 2 drops Wintergreen, 3 drops Lavender, 2 drops Black Pepper, 2 drops Ginger (approx. 1.5% dilution)
Mountain Cabin Diffusion
Purpose
- A cozy yet bracing atmosphere for cool evenings.
- Recipe
Diffuser blend: 1 drop Wintergreen, 3 drops Cedarwood, 2 drops Fir Needle, 1 drop Cypress
Dillution guideline
- Use at a maximum of 2.5% in carrier oil for topical applications; 1% or less is recommended for larger body areas.
- Patch test
Apply a diluted drop to the inner forearm and wait 24 hours before broader use.
- Children
Not recommended for children under 12 years old due to high methyl salicylate content.
- Pregnancy
Avoid during pregnancy and while nursing.
- Pets
Keep away from cats, dogs and birds — Wintergreen is highly toxic to pets even in small amounts.
- Photosensitivity
Not typically associated with photosensitivity.
- Ingestion
Do not ingest. Internal use can be hazardous and should never be attempted without qualified medical supervision.
- Storage
Store tightly capped in a cool, dark place away from children, pets and direct sunlight.
