Peppermint, Organic Essential Oil

Peppermint, Organic

Botanical Name: Mentha x piperita L.
Synonyms: Mitcham Mint, Mint
Family: Lamiaceae (Labiate)

Common Uses:

Peppermint essential oil is known for its invigorating, cooling, and clarifying properties. It promotes mental alertness, self-confidence, and motivation while also supporting digestion, respiratory health, and muscle recovery. It is often used to soothe headaches, boost focus, and provide an energizing lift.

Blends well with:

• Indigestion & Digestive Support: Aniseed, Caraway, Ginger, Sweet Orange, Spearmint
• Nausea Relief: Ginger
• Sinus & Bronchial Congestion: Eucalyptus, Fir, Peppermint Eucalyptus, Pine, Spruce
• Muscle Aches & Pains / Arthritis: Black Pepper, Ginger, Spike Lavender, Rosemary, Wintergreen
• Mental Fatigue: Basil, Black Pepper, Ginger, Lemon, Pine, Rosemary

Precautions / Contraindications:

• Avoid during pregnancy and nursing.
• Do not use on children under 6 years old.
• Avoid if you have cardiac conditions, gallbladder conditions, or G6PD deficiency.
• Caution for those with GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease).
• May cause breathing difficulties due to menthol content.
• Avoid near the face or mucous membranes—may cause irritation.
• May be sensitizing to skin.
• Non-toxic, non-irritating (in proper dilution).
• GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe).

As with all essential oils, taking internally, ingesting, or adding to food/beverages is not recommended and can cause harm.

Keep all essential oils out of the reach of children, lids secured in a cool, dark location.

Aromatic Note: Top

A fresh, strong, grassy, minty aroma with a balsamic-sweet undertone and a clean, uplifting dry-down.

Oil & Aromatic Description:

Pale yellow to pale olive-colored thin liquid with a cooling and refreshing scent.

Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled

Parts Used: Partially dried leaves
Country of Origin: India

Note: There are four main commercially available species of mint, each with distinct chemical compositions. Ensure you select the correct species based on your intended use.

Chakra: Solar Plexus, Throat, Third Eye

• Enhances clarity of thought and communication.
• Stimulates conscious awareness and insight.
• Clears mental fog, encourages fresh perspectives, and aids in decision-making.
• Balances Stomach Qi, helping to regulate digestive function.
• Strengthens the Wood Element, supporting intellectual and emotional resilience.

Myers-Briggs Personality Profile: ENTJ

• Confident, dynamic, and highly energetic.
• Strong-willed, fearless, and quick-thinking.
• Natural leaders who thrive on debate and intellectual engagement.
• Prefer structured environments and goal setting.
• Can be blunt, direct, and competitive, sometimes struggling with emotional sensitivity.
• Motivated by ambition, productivity, and self-improvement.

For more information, please see the full oil profile.

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References:

Salvatore Battaglia – The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy – Volume 1 – Third Edition
Robert Tisserand, Rodney Young – Essential Oil Safety – Second Edition