INCI name Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil

CAS number 8006-90-4 / 84082-70-2

SKU code EO-PPM-0010

EXTRACTION METHOD Steam Distilled Essential Oil

PARTS USED aerial parts - leaves

ORIGIN Italy, India

COMMON NAMES Mentha balsamea, Pepper Mint

APPEARANCE : Clear to pale yellow coloured liquid

ODOUR NOTE : Refreshing, sharp, strongly minty aroma with a deep balsamic-sweet undertone

QUALITY : 100 % pure and natural organic essential oil

Active ingredients: Menthol, menthone

STORAGE CONDITION ; Store in a cool dark place

Mentha piperita

For as long as our human history can recall, people the world over have been using Peppermint leaves and oil extensively not only to flavor their meals and drinks but also for their wellbeing. 

Today, the tonifying and stimulating, appetizing, cooling, refreshing and digestive properties of Peppermint essential oil are still very much sought after by the food and healthcare industry alike. 

Our Peppermint essential oil is one of the must-have essential oils in your house. Multi-faceted companion, it helps with colds, congestions, headaches, and migraines. Peppermint essential oil helps soothe bruises, calms nausea and travel sickness, and eases digestion discomfort.

It has a Minty refreshing smell with a kick

DIFFUSER RECIPE - HAPPY HOME - AROMA HOME - S.O.S SMOKE DEO - FUMAWAY   Go to the recipe page

Eucalyptus citriodora essential oil - 50 drops

Lemongrass essential oil - 20 drops

Ho Wood essential oil - 20 drops

Peppermint essential oil - 10 drops

DIFFUSER RECIPE - HAPPY HOME - AROMA HOME - S.O.S. BATHROOM DEO   Go to the recipe page

Orange sweet essential oil - 50 drops

Lemongrass essential oil - 20 drops

Ho wood essential oil - 20 drops

Peppermint essential oil - 10 drops

MASSAGE RUB RECIPE - BLOCKED NOSES, SINUSES   Go to the recipe page

Macadamia Carrier oil - 10 ml (2 tsp)

Peppermint essential oil - 20 drops

Lavender spike essential oil - 20 drops

Ravintsara essential oil - 20 drops

Tea tree essential oil - 20 drops

Eucalyptus dives (mint) essential oil - 20 drops

MASSAGE RUB RECIPE - EARS SUPPORT  Go to the recipe page

Macadamia Carrier oil - 10 ml (2 tsp)

Peppermint essential oil - 20 drops

Lavender spike essential oil - 20 drops

Ravintsara essential oil - 20 drops

Tea tree essential oil - 20 drops

Eucalyptus dives (mint) essential oil - 20 drops

Headache Relief Roll-on

Massage on the temples and forehead for relief from headaches

Peppermint (2-4 drops) + Lavender (2-4 drops) + Rosemary (1-2 drops) + Jojoba (10ml)

Sore Muscle Relief Treatment Oil

Massage on the full body or affected area for relief from fatigue and pain

Peppermint (10 drops) + Rosemary (10 drops) + Marjoram (10 drops) + Arnica (50 ml)

Study Blend

Use in a diffuser; or Apply topically on pulse points after diluting in a base oil

Rosemary (10 drops) + Peppermint (2-4 drops) + Lemon (3-6 drops) + Sweet Orange (2-4 drops)

Please click on the link to access some synergies | recipes where you would use the Peppermint essential oil

Fresh air diffusion 

Mosquitoes repellent diffusion

Adios Mosquitoes (apply to your skin)

Recipe anti flies Diffusion

Spray Ants Go Home

Hyperactivity Wellness synergy

Toothache recipe

Massages & body care

• Body massage use 1 to 6 drops essential oil for 10 ml carrier oil (0.5 to 2 % concentration) localised icing effect +++
• Compresses +++
• Mouth add to mouthwashes or to create fresh homemade toothpaste +++

Diffusion

• Ultrasonic Diffusers for air purification, use 10 mn 3 times a day. do not diffuse Peppermint Essential oil by itself. Always mix with other essential oils (1 drop peppermint for 10 drops other) ++
• Spray Add 5 drops of essential oil for 10 ml of vegetable glycerine and add water. dry inhalation: Take a whiff directly from the bottle. Alternatively, 1 drop of peppermint essential oil on a tissue, scarf, collar, or cuffs ++

Others 

• Cooking. add to oils for salads or tabbouleh and couscous; add to chocolate sauce and mousse or syrup for ice creams +++

For more detailed information, please go check this LINK TO Instructions of use essential oils page

DO NOT USE UNDILUTED and seek medical and specialist advice when in doubt

SEE OUR PAGE ON PRECAUTION - HOW TO USE ESSENTIAL OILS SAFELY

• Local analgesic, anaesthetic
• Anti-inflammatory
• Tonifying and Stimulating
• Antibacterial, antiviral,
• Antispasmodic, stomachic, anti-nausea

• Help with bruises, swellings, oedema, hematomas,
• Soothe pain caused by neuralgia, rheumatism, sciatica, rheumatism, tendinitis
• Calm nauseas
• Help ease skin itches
• Help freshen the breath and mouth hygiene (mouth baths and mouth waters)
• Help with heavy legs
• Calm down in stressful situations, after a chock or a trauma.

• Synergies to diffuse: Lavender, cypress, Rosmarinus, Amyris
• Blocked noses: Ravintsara
• For insects’ bites: citronella, lavender
• Frankincense, Rosemary, St John’s wort
• Bay laurel, cinnamon bark, clary sage, clove, eucalyptus citriodora and radiata

Bad breath Synergy

a few drops to gargle and rinse. you can either swallow or spit after 30 seconds of gargling

• 10 drops of Peppermint essential oil
• 5 drops of cardamom essential oil
• 10 drops of Lemon essential oil
• 50 drops of olive carrier oil

Synergy Headache (see your doctor)

4 drops of the mixture locally to the pain area as needed, up to 3 times a day for 2 to 3 weeks. If the pain persists, take a break for a week and see your doctor.

• 10 drops of Nutmeg essential oil
• 15 drops of Peppermint essential oil
• 5 drops of basil essential oil
• 5 drops of Lavender essential oil
• 40 drops (2mL) of  St. John's Wort macerated oil

Do not use during the first 3 months of pregnancy / breastfeeding 

Keep out of reach of children and pets.

As a general rule, always perform a skin patch test before using your essential oils for the first time.

DO NOT USE UNDILUTED and seek medical and specialist advise when in doubt