Peppermint Essential Oil

Latin Name: Mentha piperita

Botanical Family: Labiatae

Origin: Morocco

Part Used: Leaves

Perfume: Minty, sharp intense

Note: Top to middle

Colour: Colourless

Consistency: Thin

Extraction method: Steam distillation

Blends well with: Lavender, geranium, rosemary, eucalyptus, lemon

Application methods: Diffused, massage, direct inhalation

Warnings: Repeated use on skin can result in contact sensitivity

Caution required for use with high blood pressure

Always use in low concentration

Not to be used during breastfeeding

Not for use on babies

Keep away from eyes

Will have a neutralizing effect on homeopathics

Actions:

Antioxidant

Analgesic

Antibacterial

Anti-cancer

Anti-inflammatory

Antiseptic

Antispasmodic

Antiviral

Decongestant

Digestive

Expectorant

Systems:

Respiratory:

Asthma
Congestion
Sinusitis

Musculoskeletal:

Chronic fatigue
Muscle aches
Sciatica

Digestive:

Colon polyps
Constipation
Cramps
Diarrhoea
Gastritis
Heartburn
Indigestion
IBS
Flatulence
Vomiting

Nervous:

Fainting
Fever
Headache
Hypothyroidism
Jetlag
Motion sickness
Shock

Skin:

Bacterial infections
Cold sores
Acne
Skin purifier

Spiritual & emotional

Alertness

Endurance

Refreshing

Cooling

Stimulating

Household uses:

Disinfectant spray for surfaces

Mice/flea/ant repellant

Please take note that all therapeutic values listed above will only be gained with the use of 100% pure, therapeutic grade Essential Oils, such as those available from Homestead Health Australia. They are available for sale through our webstore on this site, or click here to purchase our Peppermint Essential Oil. The information included here should by no way be considered a replacement for proper diagnosis by a trained medical professional