Peppermint Essential Oil

Peppermint essential oil is steam distilled from Mentha piperita, a flowering perennial herb that grows prolifically wherever it is planted.

A few of Peppermint Essential Oil's qualities are as follows:

- has anti-depressant, anti-septic, astringent and insect repelling properties.

- is beneficial for acne, dermatitis, eczema, headaches, insect bites, mental fatigue and migraines.

- often used as a fragrance component in soaps.

- is a pale yellow color and has a strong minty scent.

- avoid during pregnancy and may cause skin sensitization in some individuals.

- blends nicely with basil, benzoin, black pepper, citrus, eucalyptus, geranium, grapefruit, juniper, lavender, lemon, marjoram, mints, pine, rosemary and tea tree.

This information is provided for reference use only and is not meant to substitute the advice of a licensed health care professional.