Wintergreen is sometimes mistakenly believed to be a member of the mint family, partly because it possesses a strong, crisp, mint-like aroma. Wintergreen Essential Oil is praised for its ability to reduce pain and inflammation. However, it must be used sparingly and with immense caution as numerous reports of poisoning have occurred. 100% Certified Organic
Gaultheria fragrantissima
Tisserand and Young warn that Wintergreen Essential Oil poses a hazard for toxicity, drug interaction, it can inhibit blood clotting and high doses are harmful to foetuses and embryos.Avoid use of Wintergreen with children, during pregnancy & breastfeeding and by those taking anticoagulant medication. CAUTION:Do not ingestKeep out of reach of childrenConsult with a healthcare professional before useFor in-depth safety information on all essential oils, click below for the following resources:Essential Oil Safety (2nd Edition) by Robert Tisserand & Rodney YoungThe Directory of Essential Oils by Wanda SellarThe Encyclopedia of Essential Oils by Julia Lawless
Wintergreen is sometimes mistakenly believed to be a member of the mint family, partly because it possesses a strong, crisp, mint-like aroma. Wintergreen Essential Oil is praised for its ability to reduce pain and inflammation. However, it must be used sparingly and with immense caution as numerous reports of poisoning have occurred. 100% Certified Organic
Gaultheria fragrantissima
Tisserand and Young warn that Wintergreen Essential Oil poses a hazard for toxicity, drug interaction, it can inhibit blood clotting and high doses are harmful to foetuses and embryos.Avoid use of Wintergreen with children, during pregnancy & breastfeeding and by those taking anticoagulant medication. CAUTION:Do not ingestKeep out of reach of childrenConsult with a healthcare professional before useFor in-depth safety information on all essential oils, click below for the following resources:Essential Oil Safety (2nd Edition) by Robert Tisserand & Rodney YoungThe Directory of Essential Oils by Wanda SellarThe Encyclopedia of Essential Oils by Julia Lawless