Irish Apothecary's Own Brand
100% Pure Essential Oil
Peppermint Oil is a member of the Lamiaceae family. This oil has a highly penetrating, grassy-minty camphoraceous odour and is classed as a top note. Peppermint blends well with citrus, earthy, herby, minty and woodsy oils.
Peppermint contains anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiseptic and astringent properties. It is known to be excellent for muscular and joint pain, headaches, increasing energy levels and nausea.
Peppermint Pure Essential Oil is also used as an aid in the following: Alertness, Antioxidant, Asthma, Autism, Bacterial Infections, Bell's Palsy, Brain Injury, Chronic Fatigue, Cold Sores, Colon Polyps, Congestion, Constipation, Cooling (Body), Cramps / Charley Horses, Crohn's Disease, Diarrhea, Dysmenorrhea, Endurance, Fainting, Fever, Flu, Gamma Radiation Exposure, Gastritis, Halitosis, Headaches, Heartburn, Heatstroke, Hernia (Hiatal), Herpes Simplex, Hives, Hot Flashes, Huntington's Disease, Hypothyroidism, Indigestion, IBS, Itching, Jet Lag, Lactation (Decrease Milk Production), Memory, Migraines, Motion Sickness, MRSA, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscle Aches, Muscle Fatigue, Myelin Sheath, Nausea, Olfactory Loss (Sense of Smell), Osteoporosis, Paralysis, Rhinitis, Scabies, Sciatica, Shock, Sinusitis, Surgical Wounds, Swollen Eyes, Tennis Elbow, Throat Infection, Typhoid, Ulcer (Gastric), Varicose Veins and Vomiting.
| Botanical Name |
Mentha piperita |
| Origin |
India |
| Family |
Lamiaceae |
| Plant Part |
Flowering Herb |
| Extraction |
Steam Distillation |
| Note |
Top |
| Colour |
Pale off white to light yellow |
| Consistency |
Thin |
| Scent |
Peppermint has a sharp, penetrating mint scent based on its high menthol content. |
| Blends With |
Citrus, earthy, herby, minty and woodsy oils. |
| Group |
Minty |
About this oil
Non-toxic, non-irritant, non-sensitizing. Before using any topical product for the first time, it is advisable to do a patch test. It is not recommended to use pure oils on the skin without diluting. Never use internally. Keep away from children and eyes. Always check if there are any medical issues which could cause a problem. Seek help if you have any doubts.
Directions for use
Dilute with carrier oil for sensitive skin and for children over six years of age. Apply to temples, tip of nose, reflex points, soles of feet, back of neck and / or area of concern. Diffuse or inhale the aroma directly.
Please note: One of our signatures is using a pipette top on all of our Pure Essential Oils. However, if you would prefer a dropper top, please specify during your checkout process at no extra cost.
