A pale-yellow or pale-olive coloured liquid with a fresh, strong, grassy-minty aroma. Botanical name Mentha piperita Origin USA Method of extraction Steam Distillation Major constituents A typical chemical composition of Peppermint Essential Oil: Menthol (40.0%), menthone (18.7%), 1,8-cineole (7.3%), methyl acetate (3.8%), methofuran (3.0%), isomenthone(2.5%), limonene (2.5%), b-pinene (1.8%), a-pinene (1.4%), germacrene-d (1.3%), trans-sabinene hydrate (1.0%), pulegone (0.8%). Uses Helps relieve nervous tension and stress Used for the temporary relief of indigestion and flatulence Used for inhalation for the relief of nasal congestion and sinusitis Used to relieve any kind of inflammation, irritation or itching (use in dilution of less than 1%) May be used to relieve sunburn and makes a refreshing skin tonic The powerful, zesty scent of peppermint is emotionally refreshing, clarifying and awakening
