Description

Peppermint is one of the most useful and beloved essential oils. Refreshing, cooling, uplifting, and restoring, peppermint has a variety of therapeutic uses. Used extensively in both Eastern and Western medicine for everything from indigestion to diarrhea, headaches to tired feet, and toothaches to cramps. Peppermint is also a big favorite among the food industry and can be found as a flavoring agent in gums, candy, ice cream, and pastries. However, peppermint really shines in aromatherapy, as its fresh, comforting scent soothes and relieves all sorts of ailments, both mental and physical.

Peppermint was widely used by the ancient Greeks and Romans and may have been cultivated by the Egyptians.  The term “mint” is from the Greek Mintha, a mythological nymph transformed into a plant by the goddess, Persephone after she learned of her husband Pluto’s love for her.  This oil is 100% pure.

Mixes well with Basil, eucalyptus, geranium, grapefruit, juniper, lavender, lemon, myrrh, pine, rosemary, spearmint, tea tree, and wintergreen.

Extraction method: Steam distillation.   Parts used: Flowering herb.

Safety Information: Avoid if pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use on babies or small children. May cause irritation to sensitive skin, however, it is rare. Do a patch test, first, before applying in large amounts. Do not use in baths. It should not be used in conjunction with homeopathic remedies, as it will act as an antidote.