| Extraction Method: |
Steam Distillation |
| Part of Plant: |
Leaves |
| Country of Origin: |
India |
| Growing Method: |
Cultivated |
| Description: |
Mentha piperita is a hybrid species from two plants, Mentha spicata and Mentha aquatica. It is a perennial herb growing between 30cm to 100cm in height. |
| Aromatic Description: |
When opening the bottle you get a powerful, minty, peppery and fresh aroma |
| Aroma Family: |
Herbie |
| Strength of Aroma: |
Strong |
| Colour: |
Pale Yellow |
| Consistency: |
Thin |
| Aromatic Note: |
Middle |
| Evaporation Rate: |
4-6 hours |
| Blends well with: |
Benzoin, eucalyptus, lavender, lemon, marjoram, rosemary, spearmint |
| Blending Factor: |
1 |
| Body Systems: |
Digestive, Immune, Integumentary, Lymphatic, Musculoskeletal, Nervous, Psychological, Respiratory |
| Therapeutic Actions: |
Analgesic, anaesthetic, antiphlogistic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, carminative, cephalic, cholagogue, cordial, decongestant, digestive, emmenagogue, expectorant, febrifuge, hepatic, nervine, stimulant, stomachic, sudorific, vasoconstrictor, vermifuge |
| Clinically Proven: |
Analgesic. antibacterial, antifungal, antineuralgic, antiviral, carminative, cholagogue, digestive, stimulant, stomachic |
| Common Uses: |
Peppermint relieves digestive muscle spasms, indigestion, nausea, irritable-bowel syndrome. It also destroys bacteria, viruses, and parasites in the digestive tract.
Small amounts stimulate the skin’s oil production and relieve itching from ringworm, herpes, scabies, and poison oak and ivy.
Peppermint is used in liniments to help relieve muscular aches, inflammation, and spasms, although too much can burn the skin. It can help heal bruises as it stimulates blood flow to the area and increases lymphatic drainage of dead tissue.
As a stimulant, the scent counters insomnia, shock, mental fogginess, lack of focus, and “stuck” emotions.
Peppermint also relieves sinus and lung congestion, and is often found in chest rub formulations.
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| Skincare / Perfumery: |
Can be used as a steam inhalation for oily and congested skin, however care has to be taken not to burn the eyes with the molecules as they evaporate. |
| Best form of Application: |
To skin - Massage, compress, bath
Inhalation – direct inhalation, sniffy tube, diffuser, oil vaporiser
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| Personality Profile: |
Awakening, Clarifying, Penetrating, Stimulating |
| Energetics and Subtle Aromatherapy: |
Peppermint is cooling and drying, promotes healthy esteem and helps stimulate dream time. Can help you to reconnect with your passion and purpose. |
| Astral Profile: |
Planet: Mercury
Element: Air
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| Chakra: |
Throat |
| Colour Therapy: |
Pinky green, Silvery blue |
| Crystal: |
Blue tourmaline |
| Magical Influences: |
Concious mind, Purification |
| History: |
Mint essential oil made its debut in the 16th century. |
| Shelf life: |
Users can expect a shelf life of 6 months to 1 year with proper storage conditions (cool, out of direct sunlight).
Current Batch exp (tba)
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| Cautions: |
No known toxicity. Use well diluted. High doses may trigger skin reactions in sensitive individuals. |
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