doTERRA Wintergreen
Fresh & Intense
Wintergreen
Botanical name: Gaultheria fragrantissima
Country of origin: Nepal
Application: external, aromatic
Why Nepal?
Wintergreen grows in the foothills of the Himalayas, making Nepal and China the only regions in the world where it occurs wild and is endemic. The cool, densely forested climate at altitudes between 1,500 and 2,700 meters provides ideal growing conditions. Our wintergreen oil comes from Nepal, where harvesting and distillation are an important source of income for local communities.
Harvesting and distillation process
The essential oil is extracted from the leaves of the wintergreen plant, which can grow up to three meters tall, through steam distillation. The leaves are carefully harvested by hand – mostly by women who carry them in large baskets on their backs, secured by a head strap. A single basket can weigh up to 50 kg.
After harvesting, the women sell the leaves to small distilleries near the wintergreen forests. There, the leaves are first soaked overnight in warm water before being steam-distilled for at least 14 hours to extract the essential oil.
In Nepal, wintergreen forests are managed by Community Forest User's Groups (CFUGs) to ensure sustainable harvesting. Each year, different harvesting areas are designated to prevent overexploitation and guarantee the long-term preservation of the stands.
What does doTERRA Wintergreen smell like?
Wintergreen has a fresh, minty-sweet, and slightly medicinal aroma reminiscent of bubblegum or refreshing herbs. Its intense fragrance is invigorating, cooling, and clarifying.
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Physical benefits
Here are some of my main benefits and applications:
Pain relief: My high methyl salicylate content gives me a soothing effect that relaxes muscles and joints. When applied externally, I can help calm physical discomfort and promote a feeling of relief.
Healthy inflammatory response: My special properties support the body in maintaining a natural balance and help to reduce tension and discomfort.
Improved blood circulation : I stimulate blood flow, thus supporting the supply of essential nutrients and oxygen to the cells. This can promote regeneration after exertion and ensure a vital feeling in the body.
Relief from muscle tension: After intense exercise or physical exertion, I can help to loosen tense muscles and provide a pleasant feeling of relaxation.
Mental and emotional benefits
Wintergreen - The Oil of Devotion
My refreshing, clear scent invites you to let go of control and trust the flow of life. I remind you that true strength lies not in resistance, but in the ability to surrender to life with trust and openness. Sometimes growth requires letting go of old patterns and embracing something new – I will accompany you on this journey, helping you embrace change with greater ease and inner strength.
I support you in feeling supported and trusting in divine grace or the greater plan of life. My fragrance can help release inner blockages that prevent you from embracing new experiences or learning from challenges. With me, you will find the courage and inner stability to surrender confidently to what lies ahead.
Here are some of the most important spiritual and emotional benefits I can offer you:
Uplifting: My fresh, clear scent can help lift your spirits and create a positive atmosphere. In times of low mood or inner heaviness, I bring an invigorating lightness that can bestow renewed confidence.
Energizing effect: I am known for my invigorating effect and can help promote new energy and mental clarity. My refreshing aroma can activate the mind and increase concentration, leaving you feeling more focused and alert.
Clarity: I support you in clearing your mind and dissolving inner turmoil. My fragrance creates a refreshing atmosphere that makes it easier to gather your thoughts, organize your thinking, and focus on what truly matters with greater clarity.
Mindfulness: My fragrance invites you to consciously perceive the present moment. I can support you in connecting with your senses, grounding yourself, and moving through the day with more mindfulness and presence.
Intentional action: By consciously integrating me into your daily routine, you can strengthen your intentions for well-being and inner balance. I will support you in navigating life with greater awareness and clarity.
Wintergreen Affirmation
Affirmations and essential oils can be a powerful combination to support your goals and boost your energy. When incorporating oils into your daily routine, you can combine them with a positive affirmation to amplify their effect. You can repeat the affirmation aloud or silently while using the essential oil in your diffuser, applying it to your skin, or incorporating it into your daily routine.
The combination of essential oils and affirmations helps you to anchor the intended positive thoughts deeper into your subconscious and to lift your mood.
"I let go and trust that life will lead me in the right direction."
Repeat this affirmation while using the essential oil to boost your self-confidence and promote inner peace.
DIY recipes with wintergreen
DIY time! Here you'll find creative, natural recipes that you can easily make yourself with essential oils. No toxic ingredients, no chemicals – just pure nature. You know exactly what's in your creations and can be sure you're giving yourself and your family only the very best. Whether for skincare, cleaning, or relaxing moments – here you'll find everything you need to enrich your home and your life naturally. Have fun experimenting!
Scalp & Hair
Ingredients:
50 ml liquid coconut oil or jojoba oil
5 drops of wintergreen oil
5 drops of tea tree oil
5 drops of rosemary oil
Application:
Pour all ingredients into a bottle and shake well. In the shower, massage a few drops onto your scalp, leave on briefly, and rinse with warm water. This helps to loosen oil and dandruff, clarifies the scalp, and gives hair a fresh, pleasant scent.
After the sports scooter
10 ml jojoba oil or coconut oil
5 drops of wintergreen
3 drops of Copaiba
3 drops of lemongrass
Roller bottle
Directions:
Mix the oils in a roll-on bottle and apply them to the painful areas.
grout cleaner
1 tbsp baking soda
1 tbsp precipitated chalk
1 tbsp betaine
5 drops of wintergreen oil
5 drops of tea tree oil
Application:
Mix all ingredients into a paste. Work the mixture into the grout lines with an old toothbrush, let it sit briefly, and then wipe it off with a damp cloth.
100% Pure Natural Oils
The quality and purity of essential oils are crucial for their effectiveness. doTERRA guarantees that its essential oils are 100% pure and contain no synthetic additives, fillers, or harmful chemicals. They are neither diluted nor blended with inferior oils.
It is important to note that the purity and authenticity of essential oils can vary depending on the manufacturer. Therefore, when selecting essential oils, it is advisable to choose trusted brands that test their products for quality, purity, and efficacy and provide transparent information about their sourcing practices.
The chemistry of wintergreen
The benefits of methyl salicylate in wintergreen oil
The main component of wintergreen oil is methyl salicylate, a compound known for its warming and soothing properties. It belongs to the group of salicylates, which are closely related to the mechanism of action of aspirin.
The synergy between essential oils and energy work
Essential oils are known not only for their pleasant fragrances but also for their ability to work on a subtle level . They possess a high energetic frequency that can influence the body's energy system. The vibrations of these oils can help release blockages in the energy body and harmonize the vibrations, which is crucial in many energy-based practices.
When working with energy centers , such as the chakras, essential oils act as amplifiers by stimulating specific vibrations and supporting the flow of energy. They can help open energy pathways and balance vibrations at a higher level, promoting deeper harmony between body and mind.
The use of essential oils in spiritual practices such as meditation, yoga, or Reiki can intensify the energetic process by raising energy levels and strengthening the connection to the higher self . The vibrations of essential oils support the natural flow of energy and help achieve a deeper spiritual opening. Through their specific influence on the energetic body, they promote the release of negative or stagnant energies that could block the natural flow.
Essential oils also help promote mental clarity and stabilize emotional balance by raising energetic vibration. They facilitate the achievement of focused, meditative states and support the healing process through the vibration of the subtle energy levels of the body.
How do you use essential oils in energy work?
To use essential oils in energy work, you can apply them in various ways to maximize their energetic effect. One of the simplest methods is inhalation , where you add a few drops of the oil to a diffuser or simply breathe in directly from the bottle. This helps to align the oil's vibrations directly with your energy body and promotes rapid energetic balancing.
You can also use essential oils topically by diluting them with a carrier oil and applying them to specific areas of the body, such as the wrists, neck, chest, or along the energy centers (chakras), to enhance their energetic effect. This is particularly helpful during chakra work or Reiki sessions, as it supports the flow of energy by harmonizing the oil's vibrations with your energetic system.
No matter how you use them, essential oils can help you promote energetic balance, release blockages, and deepen your energy work. And don't forget: your intention plays a vital role in your energy work with essential oils.
