Peppermint

Peppermint essential oil is uplifting and, therefore, suitable for inclusion in blends to improve mood or refresh fatigued muscles after physical activity.

Botanic Name: Mentha piperita
Family: Labiatae
Part Used: Leaves
Extraction: Steam distilled
Evaporation Rate: 70
Odour Intensity: Strong (7)
Note: Top
Aroma:  Strongly piercing, sharp, menthol fragrance
Origin: India

• MNE Essential Oils are supplied in quality blue glass bottles with tamper-proof caps and droppers.

Ingredients

Essential Oils

100% Peppermint (Mentha piperita)

Main Constituents

• Menthol
• Menthone
• 1,8-Cineole
• Limonene
• Menthofuran
• Isomenthone
• Menthyl acetate
• β-Caryophyllene

How To Use

According to Health Canada (Table 2. Aromatherapy Essential Oils Uses or Purposes), Mentha piperita is used in Aromatherapy:

Topical Only

•  To help relieve joint/muscle pain associated with sprain/strain/rheumatoid arthritis

Topical/Inhalation

•  As a nervine/calmative.
•  As a carminative/antispasmodic for symptomatic relief of digestive discomfort.
•  To help relieve colds/coughs.

Directions For Use: Not for oral use. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes; if this happens, rinse thoroughly with vegetable oil.

Topical: Do not use the product undiluted. Mix 1-10  drops of Peppermint Essential Oil in 10 ml of Carrier Oil before applying it to the skin. Apply as a body massage once daily. Massage into the skin until the solution vanishes.

Inhalation: Add 3 – 12 drops of undiluted product to a bowl of steaming water/facial steamer. Inhale slowly and deeply for 5 to 10 minutes. Use 1 to 3 times per day.

Safety

For occasional use only. Adults 18 years and older

Cautions: Keep out of reach of children. If accidental ingestion occurs, seek urgent medical attention or contact a Poison Control Center. If symptoms persist or worsen, consult a health care practitioner. If you have epilepsy or asthma, consult a health care practitioner before use. Avoid exposure of applied area(s) to the sun.

Contraindications: Do not use this product if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or have broken, irritated, or sensitive skin. Discontinue use if you experience nausea, dizziness, headache, or an allergic reaction. Stop use and consult a health care practitioner if a fever, rash, or persistent headache accompanies cold symptoms or if you have a chronic lung condition.