
Himalayan Wintergreen Essential Oil is a highly potent therapeutic essential oil steam-distilled from the leaves of Gaultheria fragrantissima, a plant native to the cool high-altitude Himalayan regions. Known for its fresh, sharp, minty-sweet aroma, Wintergreen oil is naturally rich in Methyl Salicylate, the active compound responsible for its remarkable warming, soothing, and muscle-relaxing properties.
This oil is widely valued in pain relief formulations, massage oils, sports recovery blends, balms, liniments, joint care products, and wellness therapies due to its intense comforting effect on tired muscles and stiff joints. When properly diluted, it delivers a penetrating warming sensation that helps promote circulation, ease physical tension, and provide temporary relief from muscular discomfort.
Himalayan-sourced Wintergreen is especially prized because the colder mountainous climate supports higher-quality aromatic leaves with stronger therapeutic constituents. The result is an essential oil with superior potency, freshness, and performance.
Because of its strength, Wintergreen Essential Oil should always be used with caution and proper dilution. A little goes a very long way.
INCI Name:
Gaultheria Fragrantissima Leaf Oil
CAS Number:
68917-75-9 / 90045-28-6
Appearance:
Clear to pale yellow liquid
Country of Origin:
India
Formation:
Steam-distilled from fresh or partially dried leaves of Gaultheria fragrantissima
Specification:
Grade:
Therapeutic / Cosmetic / Aromatherapy Grade
pH Stability:
Not applicable in oil form (pH is relevant only in water-based systems)
Recommended Usage Percentage:
Depends on formulation type:
Maximum dermal usage should remain very low due to high methyl salicylate content.
Solubility:
Compatibility:
Blends well with:
Works particularly well in warming, muscle-relief, and sports recovery formulations.
Mixing Phase & Temperature Range:
Oil phase or cool-down phase
Recommended mixing temperature: Below 40°C
Avoid prolonged exposure to high heat to preserve aromatic compounds and therapeutic potency.
Application:
Commonly used in:
Performance:
Himalayan Wintergreen Essential Oil is valued for its fast-acting warming and soothing performance. It helps:
Its powerful aromatic profile also enhances product effectiveness perception, making formulations feel more active and premium.
Storage:
Store in a tightly sealed amber glass bottle or airtight container.
Keep in:
Always close immediately after use to minimize oxidation.
Shelf Life:
2–3 years when stored properly under ideal conditions
Precaution:
Due to its exceptionally high Methyl Salicylate concentration, Wintergreen Essential Oil is one of the strongest essential oils in topical wellness formulations and should be handled responsibly.
Packaging:
All our products are packaged in either water-proof airtight pouches, bottles or containers and sealed to avoid spillage then carefully placed in either our branded nylons or boxes for safe and swift delivery.
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All ROCC BEAUTY's Products should be used externally and according to instructions unless stated otherwise on the information sheet. Statements regarding dietary supplements of this material have not been evaluated by the FDA and NAFDAC and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition. All ROCC BEAUTY Raw Materials are 100% Unadulterated, undiluted & Non-GMO, produced under Globally Recognized Certifications, and processed in FDA-Registered, GMP-Certified Facilities at our Supplier's end, then imported and carefully package in our Nigeria facility. ROCC BEAUTY is not responsible for how a material reacts on and in you. We recommend a patch test, very little oral usage or small batch formulation first to test each material's performance, compatibility, reactions/allergies/sensitivity status and safety prior to committing to full usage or larger batch formulation respectively. Keep all materials out of reach of children and store according to storage instructions given. Individual Results Vary. ROCC BEAUTY is not responsible for any reaction/s from a misuse or undisclosed medical sensitivity. We recommend you consult with your healthcare provider before starting any new wellness/health routine.
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