Peppermint Oil
 
Name
 Peppermint Oil
Code
Scientific Name
Mentha piperita
Common Name
 Peppermint Oil
Extraction Method
Essential oil by steam distillation from the flowering herb (approx. 3-4 per cent yield).
Characteristics
A pale yellow or greenish liquid with a highly penetrating, grassy-minty camphoraceous odour.
Main Constituents
Menthol 29-48 per cent), menthone (20-31 per cent), ninthly acetate, menthofuran, limonene, culegone, cineol, among others.
Properties
Analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiphlogistic, antipruritic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral, astringent, carminative, cephalic, cholagogue, cordial, emmenagogue, expectorant, febrifuge, hepatic-nervine, stomachic, sudorific, vasoconstrictor, vermifuge.
Key Qualities
Refreshing, restorative, nerve tonic, cephalic, aphrodisiac, stimulant (mental)
Blends well with
Benzoin, rosemary, lavender, marjoram, lemon, eucalyptus and other mints.
Safety Data
Non-toxic, non-irritant (except in concentration), possible sensitization due to menthol. Use in moderation.
Cautions
Use in the lowest concentrations as it may irritate sensitive skin. Since the oil promotes menstruation, it is best avoided during the first trimester of pregnancy.
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