Wintergreen Oil – Pure Essential Oil (Gaultheria procumbens)  Wintergreen Oil – Pure essential oil for massage oils and DIY natural cosmetics  Our Wintergreen oil (Gaultheria procumbens) is a 100% pure essential oil obtained through gentle steam distillation of the wintergreen herb. This high-quality oil originates from China and is distinguished by its characteristic scent—medicinal yet sweet, and intensely fresh. Wintergreen oil consists of approximately 98% natural methyl salicylate (methyl ester of salicylic acid), making it a highly popular ingredient for warming massage oils, sports care products, and relaxing body care items. Due to its distinctive aroma, it is frequently used in topical rubs, massage formulations, and bath additives. Properties  Pure essential oil Botanical name: Gaultheria procumbens Extraction method: Steam distillation Plant part: Herb Scent: Medicinal, sweet, and fresh Contains approx. 98% natural methyl salicylate Origin: China   Use in natural cosmetics Wintergreen oil is an excellent fragrance and active ingredient for numerous DIY recipes, such as:   Massage oils Sports and recovery care Topical rubs Bath additives Body oils Ointments and balms* Creams  * Subject to permissible usage concentrations. Even small amounts impart a characteristic, pleasantly fresh scent to cosmetic products. Scent Profile Wintergreen essential oil has an intense, sweet-medicinal scent with fresh, slightly minty nuances. It blends particularly well with:  Peppermint oil Eucalyptus oil Rosemary oil Lavender oil Swiss pine oil Silver fir needle oil Juniper berry oil High quality   Important Note: Wintergreen oil contains a very high level of natural methyl salicylate and should be used only when heavily diluted and in accordance with recommended usage concentrations. Not suitable for children, pregnant women, or nursing mothers. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.