Botanical Name: Gaultheria procumbens

A middle note with a strong aroma, Wintergreen has a characteristic sweet and woody odor with a strong distinct ‘medicinal’ scent. Menthyl salicylate is the principal constituent of this plant. Wintergreen and Sweet Birch Oil are nearly identical in chemical composition and aroma; similarly, both were used in traditional folk remedies by the aboriginal peoples of North America.

Plant Part: Leaves

Origin: China

Processing Method: Steam Distilled

Description / Color / Consistency: Colorless to yellowish clear thin liquid.

Cautions: For external use only; dilute before use. May cause skin irritation in some individuals; a skin test is recommended prior to use. Contact with eyes should be avoided.