Peppermint essential oil is one of the most recognized aromas worldwide.

Inhaling this stimulating oil improves mental clarity and alertness, and can help keep us awake and alert. It aids in increasing concentration and mental endurance.

Energetically, peppermint dispels pride and inferiority. It is emotionally balancing.

It stimulates the brain, nerve cells and metabolism, and prevents a downward spiral in consciousness–useful following trauma or when dark emotions set in. It is a very uplifting treatment for depression.

Aromatic Profile

Top Note: Intense, penetrating, fresh, green, minty notes
Heart Note: Creamy, sweet, balsamic undertone
Classification: Top note
Tenacity: Medium

In natural perfumery, peppermint essential oil is used in making colognes, fougeres, herbal perfumes, and green notes.

Combines well with birch, orange, lavender, or mandarin petitgrain.

More About Our Peppermint Essential Oil

Size: 1.5 ml amber glass sample bottle OR 5 ml amber glass bottle OR 30 ml amber glass bottle

Source: USA or South Africa

Distillation Method: Steam distilled from certified organic leaves and stems

Botanical Name: Mentha piperita

Homeopathic Properties of Peppermint Essential Oil

• Analgesic

• Anesthetic

• Adaptogenic

• Anti-allergenic

• Anti-bacterial

• Anti-cancer

• Anti-convulsive

• Anti-emetic

• Anti-fungal

• Anti-inflammatory

• Anti-infectious

• Anti-spasmodic

• Anti-septic

• Anti-viral

• Cardio-tonic

• Carminative

• Cholegogue

• Detoxifier

• Diaphoretic

• Digestive

• Emmenagogue

• Expectorant

• Febrifuge

• Hepatic

• Insecticide–repels insects, spiders, mice

• Nervine

• Refrigerant

• Sedative

• Stimulant

• Sudoriphic

• Tonic–liver, digestive, endocrine, immune system, gall bladder

• Vasoconstrictor

• Vermifuge

Uses

Internal–oral, inhalation, diffusion

External—topical application, massage, bath, spinal and local compress, energy centers and meridian points

Observations and Anecdotal Information

Peppermint is one of the great liver and gall bladder system regenerators. It aids hepatitis recovery, liver degeneration, and cirrhosis. It should be properly diluted and taken internally for these purposes.

It is such a great treatment for shock and trauma that I usually keep some in the car and around the house for emergencies. If someone is injured and shows signs of going into shock, just a drop or two of diluted peppermint in water (under the tongue) can bring them back and dispel symptoms almost instantly.

Peppermint essential oil is a good remedy for ringworm and other fungal infections, when applied topically.

It opens lymphatic circulation, and releases blockage in the lymph system.

It also increases the white blood cell count when it is low. Peppermint is universal, and has so many uses that it is one of my most important oils to keep on hand!

Cautions

• Generally recognized as safe at normal dosage.

• Not recommended to use with infants or small children. It is very cooling and can be a shock to their undeveloped nervous systems. For colic relief or other digestive issues in small children, try a highly diluted form of anise or caraway.

• Keep all essential oils away from eyes.

• Store in a safe place, out of the reach of children.

• All internal uses should be researched and/or supported by a health care professional. Product quality and dosage are critically important when using essential oils internally.

None of our products are recognized or approved by the FDA. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. This information is anecdotal, and is provided for educational purposes only. It is not meant to be taken as medical advice. Always see a health care professional for medical advice. More about our disclaimer