Peppermint (Mentha piperita)

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Peppermint: A very versatile oil. Exciting, vitalizing, and refreshing. Awakens, stimulates and clears the mind. Excellent for motion sickness, headache and nausea.

Used for: Relieves muscle and joint pain. Effective oil for the digestive system, relief of travel sickness, headaches, migraine, may benefit in concentration and mental fatigue, stimulates circulation. Beneficial for sinus congestion, inflammation or infection. Recommended for onset of colds, flu, respiratory infections

Country of Origin: USA

Distillation Method: Steam distilled from leaves, stems, flowers

Main Chemical Components: menthol, menthone, 1.8 cineole*

Properties: analgesic, antipholgistic, decongestant, nervine, stimulant, antispasmodic, astringent

Blends well with: Lavender, Lemon, Eucalyptus, Benzoin, Tea Tree, Fennel, Chamomile

Applications:

Inhalation: Add 3-5 drops onto a tissue and inhale or inhale directly from bottle.

Diffuser: Add 5-7 drops onto a diffuser to fill the air with the therapeutic aroma.

Massage Lotion: Adult use: Add 5-7 drops to a ½ oz. carrier oil or an unscented all natural lotion.

Bath: Add 5-7 drops to a ½ oz. of whole milk or liquid soap and pour into running bath.

Shower: Add 5-7 drops to a ½ oz. carrier oil, rub all over your body, add 3-5 drops of your favorite oil to the shower floor, turn on the water and enjoy a warm therapeutic aromatic experience.

Compress: Add 5-7 drops into a small bowl of warm or cold water, agitate well, soak cloth with water, squeeze excess water and apply to affected area.(Temperature of water is dependent on desired result)

Cautions: Keep out of reach of children. Avoid eyes and other sensitive areas. Essential oils are volatile and highly flammable.Keep away from direct flame. If pregnant or nursing, consult a physician before using. For external use only; DO NOT use undiluted. Store at room temperature and avoid sunlight.

Aromatherapy: The use of natural aromatic substances which may enhance the well-being of body, mind and spirit.

These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any diseases.