Description
Product Specifications: Peppermint is a perennial herb that can reach heights of up to 1 meter, characterised by green stems and leaves. Mentha piperita forms through the hybridisation of three other species of Mentha, all native to Southern Europe. Growers now cultivate these plants worldwide. They use them to make organic peppermint essential oil.
Typical country of origin:
India
Peppermint organic essential oil can be used to:
Historical records from as far back as 1,000 B.C. document many uses of peppermint oil, and archaeologists have found it in several Egyptian pyramids. Today, health practitioners recommend peppermint oil for its anti-nausea benefits and its soothing effects on the gastric lining and colon. People also value it for its cooling effects, using it topically to relieve sore muscles. In addition to this, peppermint essential oil displays antimicrobial properties. Peppermint has been used for the following:
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Sinus Care and other Respiratory Benefits:
Inhaling diffused peppermint oil can help to unclog your sinuses and offer relief from a scratchy throat. Peppermint acts as an expectorant, helping to open your airways, clear mucus and reduce congestion, and is one of the best essential oils for colds, the flu, cough, sinusitis, asthma, bronchitis and other respiratory conditions.
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Seasonal Allergy Relief:
Peppermint oil is highly effective at relaxing muscles in your nasal passages and helping to clear out the muck and pollen from your respiratory tract during allergy season. People consider it one of the best essential oils for allergies because it offers expectorant, anti-inflammatory, and invigorating properties.
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Increase Energy and Improve Exercise Performance:
For a non-toxic alternative to dangerous energy drinks, take a few whiffs of peppermint. It will help to boost your energy levels on long road trips, in school, or any other time you need enhanced focus and alertness. Peppermint oil may also help to improve memory and alertness when inhaled.You can use it to enhance your physical performance, whether you need a boost during your weekly workouts or while training for an athletic event.
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Alleviate Headaches:
Peppermint oil has the ability to improve circulation, soothe the gut and relax tense muscles. All of these conditions can cause tension headaches or migraines, making peppermint oil one of the best essential oils for headaches.
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May Improve IBS Symptoms:
Peppermint oil taken internally in capsule form has been shown to be effective at naturally treating irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Peppermint oil reduces spasms in the colon, relaxes the muscles of your intestines, and can help to reduce bloating and gas.
Peppermint’s effects on the mind, body and skin include:
- Mind: Seems to relieve states of anger, hysteria and nervous trembling. Ideal for mental fatigue and depression.
- Body: A good remedy for colds by halting mucus and encouraging perspiration. Useful in dry coughs, sinus congestion and general respiratory disorders. Has a major action on the digestive system. Has a relaxing effect on the stomach muscles. Deals with vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, flatulence, halitosis, colic, gallstones, nausea and travel sickness. Could assist in kidney and liver disorders. Good for numbness of limbs, shock, vertigo, anaemia, dizziness and fainting. A tonic to the heart and mind. Seems to ease headaches, migraines and toothache. A great remedy for aching feet and may provide some relief from rheumatism, neuralgia and muscle aches.
- Skin: Could be useful in cases of dermatitis, ringworm, scabies and pruritus. It can relieve itching, inflammation and sunburn. Softens skin, enabling the removal of blackheads. Has a good effect on greasy skin and hair.
Blends well with: Benzoin, Cedarwood, Cypress, Lavender, Mandarin, Marjoram, Niaouli, Pine and Rosemary.
Technique of extraction method:
Peppermint pure essential oil is steam distilled from the rapidly dried herb. It is a pale yellow coloured liquid with a powerful grassy-minty odour, a deep balsamic-sweet undertone and a sweet, clean, dry-out note. It is a top-to-middle note oil.
caution:
It may affect sensitive skin. Keep out of reach of children. Do not use peppermint if you are pregnant. If you are nursing or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.
