Peppermint essential oil, derived from the aromatic Mentha piperita plant, is a quintessential essence renowned for its invigorating scent and myriad of therapeutic benefits. With its cool, minty fragrance, it captivates the senses and offers a refreshing experience that uplifts both mind and body.
Benefits and Uses
- Peppermint oil is a powerhouse of energy, offering a revitalizing boost to combat fatigue and mental exhaustion. Its refreshing aroma stimulates alertness and enhances focus, making it an ideal companion during long workdays or study sessions.
- The uplifting aroma of peppermint oil has mood-enhancing properties that uplift spirits and promote mental clarity. It helps alleviate stress, anxiety, and tension, fostering a sense of calm and relaxation.
- Inhaling its vapors can provide relief from sinus congestion, coughs, and cold symptoms, promoting easier breathing and clearer airways.
- Massaged onto the abdomen (diluted in a carrier oil) can soothing gastrointestinal discomfort, bloating and nausea.
For topical application, refer dilution ratios here.
Botanical Name
Mentha piperita
Extraction Method
Steam Distillation
Plant Part
Leaves
Origin
India
Main Compounds
Menthol, Menthone, Menthofuran
Aromatic Description
Minty, cool, herbaceous
Perfumery Note
Top
Strength of Initial Aroma
Medium to high
Cautions
Non-toxic, non-irritant in dilution. Menthol may cause allergy for some individuals, use in moderation. Do not use during pregnancy. Peppermint essential oil has a strong stimulating effect on the body, avoid using on those with a history of heart disease and epilepsy patients and children who are below than 7 years old.
