Spearmint Essential Oil Information Page
Spearmint Essential Oil Information
Product Identification
Property
Details
INCI Name Mentha Spicata (Spearmint) Leaf Oil
CAS Number 8008-79-5 ; 84696-51-5
SKU Code EO-SPR-0010
Extraction Method Steam Distilled
Parts Used Leaves and Tops
Origin India
Common Names Garden Mint, Common Mint, Lamb Mint, Mackerel Mint
Appearance Pale yellow to greenish yellow liquid
Odour Note Refreshing, minty-green, slightly herbaceous; sweeter and softer than Peppermint
Quality 100% pure natural whole organic essential oil
Storage Condition Store in a cool, dark place
Key Benefits & Uses
Category
Details
Body Care Gentler than peppermint; suitable for sensitive skin. Relieves muscle spasms, aches, and inflammation. Scar healing properties.
Oral Hygiene Flavours toothpaste, mouthwashes, and powders; soothes mouth discomfort.
Respiratory Expectorant, mucolytic; helps clear chest and sinus congestion from colds and flu.
Digestive Digestive tonic; supports healthy digestion, lessens stomach cramps when massaged.
Emotional Calming, relaxing; helps manage stress in diffusers.
Cosmetic/Homecare Used in homemade skin and hair products; mild antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral action.
How to Use Spearmint Essential Oil
Application
Effectiveness
Method & Dilution
Body Massage ++
1–6 drops/10ml carrier oil (0.5–2%). For muscles, aches, digestion.
Oral Hygiene ++
Add small amount to homemade toothpaste, powders, or mouthwash.
Diffusion ++
Ultrasonic diffuser: 10 min, 3x/day.
Spray +
5 drops/10ml vegetable glycerine plus water.
Steam Inhalation ++
5 drops in a pot of hot water.
Cosmetics ++
Add to homemade skin/hair products.
Not Recommended --
Avoid undiluted use. Not for oral ingestion unless professionally advised.
Popular Blending Companions
Example Recipes & Links
Recipe
Ingredients & Instructions
Info Page
Spray Recipe: Happy Home Aroma Home S.O.S. Bathroom Deo Orange Provence Orange Sweet EO 50 drops, May Chang 30, Lavandin Grosso 10, Spearmint 10
Spray Recipe
Diffuser Recipe: Aroma Home S.O.S. Kitchen Deo - Lemony Pine Lemon EO 30 drops, Pine EO 30, Eucalyptus Citriodora 20, Spearmint 10
Diffusion Recipe
General Diffusion Method Ultrasonic diffuser, 10 min, 3x/day for air purification
Use Instructions
Safety & Precautions
Caution
Details
Pregnancy/Breastfeeding
Avoid use in first 3 months
Undiluted Use
Never use undiluted
Oral Ingestion
Only if professionally advised
Children & Pets
Keep out of reach
Patch Test
Perform before use
Sun Sensitivity
No specific warning, but always patch test first
Spearmint essential oil is cherished for its gentle, refreshing aroma and multipurpose uses. Always dilute for safe use and consult a specialist if in doubt.
