Essential oil Mint (Peppermint) - EO017
Botanic INCI: Mentha piperita Oil
Synonym: Brandy mint, balm mint
Description: Peppermint is a perennial herb belonging to the Lamiaceae family. Growing up to 1 metre high, it has elongated, oval leaves and two variations: “white” and “black” peppermint.
Extraction: Mentha piperita Oil is the volatile oil obtained by steam distillation from the whole plant of Mentha piperita.
Applications:
- Aromatherapy applications
- Component used in cosmetic products
Properties: Analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial,antiphlogistic, antipruritic, antiseptic, antipasmodic, antiviral, astringent, carminative, cephalic, cholagogue, cordial, emmenagogue, expectorant, febrifuge, hepatic, nervine, stomachic, sudorific, vasoconstrictor and vermifuge.
Helps with: Acne, dermatitis, ringworm, scabied, toothache, neuralgia, muscular pain, palpitations, asthma, bronchitis, halitosis, sinusitis, spasmodic cough, colic, cramp, dyspepsia, flatulence, nausea, colds, flu, fever, fainting, headache, mental fatigue, migraine, nervous stress en vertigo.
Origin: China
CAS: 8006-90-4 / 84082-70-2
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