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Peppermint Essential Oil
Latin Name: Mentha piperita
Botanical Family: Labiatae
Origin: Morocco
Part Used: Leaves
Perfume: Minty, sharp intense
Note: Top to middle
Colour: Colourless
Consistency: Thin
Extraction method: Steam distillation
Blends well with: Lavender, geranium, rosemary, eucalyptus, lemon
Application methods: Diffused, massage, direct inhalation
Warnings: Repeated use on skin can result in contact sensitivity
Caution required for use with high blood pressure
Always use in low concentration
Not to be used during breastfeeding
Not for use on babies
Keep away from eyes
Will have a neutralizing effect on homeopathics

Actions:
Antioxidant
Analgesic
Antibacterial
Anti-cancer
Anti-inflammatory
Antiseptic
Antispasmodic
Antiviral
Decongestant
Digestive
Expectorant
Systems:
Respiratory:
Asthma
Congestion
Sinusitis
Musculoskeletal:
Chronic fatigue
Muscle aches
Sciatica
Digestive:
Colon polyps
Constipation
Cramps
Diarrhoea
Gastritis
Heartburn
Indigestion
IBS
Flatulence
Vomiting
Nervous:
Fainting
Fever
Headache
Hypothyroidism
Jetlag
Motion sickness
Shock
- Bacterial infections​
- Cold sores
- Acne
- Skin purifier


Spiritual & emotional
Alertness
Endurance
Refreshing
Cooling
Stimulating
Household uses:
Disinfectant spray for surfaces
Mice/flea/ant repellant

Please take note that all therapeutic values listed above will only be gained with the use of 100% pure, therapeutic grade Essential Oils, such as those available from Homestead Health Australia. They are available for sale through our webstore on this site, or click here to purchase our Peppermint Essential Oil. The information included here should by no way be considered a replacement for proper diagnosis by a trained medical professional