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Peppermint is a hybrid perennial plant; 1-3 feet tall; the erect,
square, branching stem is tinged with reddish-purple (not green as in
Spearmint) and has opposite,
dark green, ovate to lanceo-late, serrate leaves. Auxiliary and terminal
spikes of small, purple (violet) flowers in loose, interrupted terminal
spikes, appear from July to frost. The entire plant has a very
characteristic odor, due to the volatile oil present in all its parts,
which when applied to the tongue has a hot, aromatic taste at first, and
afterwards produces a sensation of cold caused by the menthol it
contains. The whole plant has the characteristic smell of menthol. The
plant is found throughout Europe, in moist situations, along stream
banks and in waste lands, and is not infrequent in damp places in
England, but is not a common native plant, and probably is often an
escapee from cultivation. In America it is probably even more common as
an escapee than
Spearmint, having long been
known and grown in gardens.
Uses -
Peppermint essential oil, Mentha arvensis, has a fresh, minty
and slightly
camphor like scent. It has an
energizing effect, and is often used to reduce mental fatigue and
improve concentration. Peppermint massaged over the abdomen relaxes the
muscles to help in the digestion of heavy meals and relieves flatulence,
cramping, nausea, and specific disorders such as irritable bowel
syndrome (IBS). Peppermint, as warming oil, is found in most liniments
to relieve painful muscle spasms and arthritic conditions. Helps relieve
itching from ringworms, herpes blisters, scabies, and poison oak or ivy.
Vapor balm rubbed on the chest helps clear sinus and lung congestion.
Peppermint essential oil,
Mentha arvensis,
blends well with
the following essential oils:
rosemary,
eucalyptus,
lavender,
Spearmint,
benzoin,
black pepper,
melissa (lemonbalm),
marjoram, and spice oils. Use
in small quantities (1%).
Cautions -
May interfere with
iron absorption. Oil is toxic if taken internally in large doses; causes
dermatitis. Menthol, the major chemical component of peppermint oil, may
cause allergic reactions. Avoid prolonged use of the essential oil as an
inhalant. Mint should not be given to children for more than a week at a
time without a break. Do not give any form of mint directly to young
babies. Peppermint can reduce milk flow; take internally with caution if
breast-feeding. Check with the pediatrician before giving peppermint to
a child.
Properties -
Diaphoretic,
aromatic, carminative, chologogue (stimulates flow of bile), stomachic,
calmative, mild alterative, stimulant, rubefacient, nervine, analgesic.
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Common Name - Peppermint
Essential Oil
Botanical Name -
Mentha arvensis
Country of Origin - India
Parts Used - Flowering
herb
Extraction - Steam
Distillation
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Essential oils packing:
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5 ml, 10
ml, 25 ml or any pack asked by customer. Minimum order in our label 1000
and in private label 5000
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Bulk
packing is also available.
All of our essential oils are 100% pure and natural essential oils, of
therapeutic grade and free from any chemicals or pesticides.
Although all of our
products are of premium quality, our essential oils are not certified
organic essential oils.
Peppermint Essential oils and aromatherapy
products can also be used in soap making ingredients, lotions, massage
oils, diffusers, potpourri, scent, air fresheners, body fragrance, perfume
oils, aromatherapy products, bath oils, towel scenting, spa's, incense,
light rings, laundry, facial steams, hair treatments, and more.
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