Peppermint Essential Oil Organic ( Mentha piperita )
Peppermint Essential Oil Organic ( Mentha piperita ) - 10 ml is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Description
Description
Peppermint essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves of organic Mentha piperita. This invigorating oil is celebrated for its crisp, minty fragrance and powerful cooling, soothing effects.
It's a household staple for natural energy, pain relief, focus, and skin refreshment, making it a must-have for both wellness and beauty routines.
Key Benefits & High-Intent Features
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Energizing & Mental Clarity: Sharpens focus, improves concentration, reduces fatigue, and boosts alertness—ideal for study, work, or combating afternoon slumps. Diffuse for an instant mental boost.
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Cooling & Soothing: Its high menthol content delivers a cooling sensation, making it excellent for soothing headaches, migraines, muscle aches, and sunburn. Use in massage oils or apply diluted to the temples for rapid relief.
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Respiratory Relief: Helps clear sinuses, open airways, ease coughs, and support easy breathing—used in steam inhalations, chest rubs, or diffusers, especially during cold or allergy season.
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Digestive Comfort: Traditionally employed to soothe abdominal discomfort, indigestion, bloating, or motion sickness—use highly diluted for gentle abdominal massage.
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Antimicrobial & Antifungal: Fights bacteria, fungi, and viruses. Perfect for natural cleaning sprays, mouthwashes (with proper dilution), and foot soaks to relieve athlete’s foot or fungal issues.
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Soothes Itchy, Irritated Skin: Cools and calms summer rashes, bug bites, and irritation. Adds freshness to personal care products for feet, hair, and skin.
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Natural Decongestant: Used in vapor baths or inhalers to relieve stuffy noses and mild respiratory congestion.
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Hair & Scalp Health: Added to shampoos and scalp treatments for a clean, tingly sensation and to help reduce flakiness or itching.
How to Use Peppermint Essential Oil Organic
Aromatherapy:
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Diffuse 2–4 drops for a refreshing, clarifying aroma and to relieve fatigue, nausea, or headaches.
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Inhale directly from the bottle, or place a drop on a tissue for quick mental alertness.
Topical (Always Dilute!):
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Headaches: Blend 1–2 drops in 10ml carrier oil and massage onto the temples, neck, or shoulders.
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Muscles & Joints: Add to massage oils for muscle, back, or joint relief after physical activity.
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Skin Care: Use in foot soaks, creams, or after-sun gels for cooling relief; apply diluted to irritated, itchy, or bug-bitten skin.
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Digestion: Gently massage a diluted blend onto the abdomen to support digestion.
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Hair: Add to shampoo for a scalp-refreshing, flake-reducing boost.
Home:
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Add to homemade air fresheners, cleaning sprays, or linen mists for a naturally minty scent.
Safety & Precautions:
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Always dilute before skin use; do not apply undiluted.
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Avoid use on infants, young children, or during pregnancy unless under professional guidance.
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Not for use near eyes, mucous membranes, or on broken/sensitive skin.
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Store in a cool, dark place.
Product Details
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Mentha piperita |
| Extraction Method | Steam Distillation |
| Parts Used | Leaves |
| Origin | South Africa |
| Aroma | Sharp, minty, refreshing, cool |
| Main Actives | Menthol, Menthone, Menthyl acetate |
| Quality | 100% Pure, Organic Essential Oil |
Experience the pure, energizing clarity of Peppermint Essential Oil Organic from eOil.co.za—your ticket to revitalized mind, soothed body, and sparkling home freshness.
Stay cool, focused, and refreshed—classic organic peppermint for natural vitality.
IDENTIFICATION
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
INFORMATION
Peppermint essential oil is a versatile and potent natural extract derived from the Mentha piperita plant. Known for its refreshing aroma and cooling properties, this oil offers a wide range of benefits for both physical and mental well-being
Extraction and Composition
The oil is extracted through steam distillation of the peppermint plant's leaves and flowering tops. Its main active components include menthol and menthone, which contribute to its characteristic cooling sensation and medicinal properties
Key Benefits
Digestive Support
Peppermint oil is renowned for its ability to support digestive health. It can help:
- Relieve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Reduce bloating and gas
- Ease nausea and vomiting
- Alleviate indigestion and stomach discomfort
The oil's antispasmodic properties help relax the muscles of the gastrointestinal tract, promoting smoother digestion and reducing abdominal pain.
Respiratory Relief
The menthol in peppermint oil acts as a natural decongestant, making it beneficial for:
- Clearing nasal passages
- Easing sinus congestion
- Relieving coughs and colds
Pain Relief
When applied topically, peppermint oil can provide relief from:
- Headaches and migraines
- Muscle aches and joint pain
- Toothaches
Mental Clarity and Focus
The invigorating scent of peppermint oil can help:
- Boost energy levels
- Improve concentration and mental alertness
- Reduce fatigue
Usage and Applications
Peppermint essential oil can be used in various ways:
- Aromatherapy: Diffuse for a refreshing atmosphere
- Topical application: Dilute with a carrier oil for massage or skin care
- Ingestion: Add a drop to water or tea (ensure it's food-grade and consult a healthcare professional)
- Personal care: Incorporate into homemade soaps, shampoos, or lotions
Safety Precautions
While generally safe for most people, it's important to:
- Always dilute before applying to skin
- Avoid use during pregnancy without medical advice
- Keep away from eyes and mucous membranes
- Perform a patch test before widespread use
Quality Matters
To ensure the best results and safety, choose a high-quality, 100% pure peppermint essential oil from reputable sources. Look for oils that are:
- Organic and sustainably sourced
- Free from additives or synthetic ingredients
- Packaged in dark glass bottles to preserve potency
Peppermint essential oil is a powerful natural remedy that can enhance both physical health and mental well-being.
Its versatility and effectiveness make it a valuable addition to any natural health toolkit
BLEND WELL WITH
- 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
RECIPES | SYNERGIES - MASSAGE RUB
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
RECIPES | SYNERGIES - DIFFUSER
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
RECIPES | SYNERGIES - OTHERS
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
Mosquitoes repellent diffusion
Adios Mosquitoes (apply to your skin)
Hyperactivity Wellness synergy
CAUTION
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
Peppermint Essential Oil Organic ( Mentha piperita )
