Essential Oil, Peppermint Supreme
Name: Peppermint Supreme
Botanical Name: Mentha piperita
Main Constituents: L-Menthol: 28 - 50%, Menthone: 18 - 30%
Origin: India
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Part of Plant: Herb
Description & Colour: Colourless to pale yellow liquid, thin consistency
Aromatic Summary: Can be a very penetrating scent, use it in small doses. Peppermint Supreme has a string minty scent with herbaceous notes.
Flashpoint: 70°C
Storage: Transfer out of any metal and shipping containers (used for safe shipping), keep in dark glass container
Safety Notes: For external use only; dilute before use. May cause skin irritations, a skin test is recommended prior to use, avoid contact with eyes. Avoid in large quantities, may be toxic.
Usage: Anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiseptic, antiviral, emmenagogue, expectorant, nervine, stomachic and vermifuge. Peppermint Supreme is typically used in incense, soaps, cosmetics, and aromatics. Note: This oil may form crystals during transit or storage. Gentle warming in a hot water bath and stirring may be required to be brought back to a liquid state. The oil can also be warmed with alcohol and/or oils as it is insoluble in water.
Blends well with: Basil, Bergamot, Cajeput, Cedarwood, Eucalyptus, Lemon, Lime, Mandarin, Marjoram, Niaouli, Pine, Rosemary, and Thyme.
Peppermint is one of the oldest documented medicinal herbs. Used for a variety of complaints, including indigestion, headaches, toothaches, colds, and cramps. The peppermint plant is a cross between a number of wild mints. The plant grows to about 1 to 3 ft and has a purplish stem and pale-violet flowers.
This information is for education purposes only and in no way is meant to serve as medical or professional advice. We are not responsible for any products made using these oils or the outcome of any application thereof. As always we recommend testing all products.