Peppermint essential oil

Description

Peppermint essential oil

Peppermint essential oil can be extracted from the leaves of the peppermint plant and is used for a variety of different purposes. Peppermint essential oil is effective in eliminating abdominal pain from GI tract problems; besides it also finds the use in aromatherapy. The oil is available in different forms. It has both – a therapeutic purpose and healing power too. The oil has quite acerbic taste, which is cool and refreshing.

Common name:

Peppermint oil

Blends with:

Basil, bergamot, rosemary, lemon, lime, cedarwood

Constituents:

a-pinene, b-pinene, germacrene, limonene, menthol, methyl acetate

Uses:

Peppermint Essential Oil is a quick remedy in incidents of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), nausea, general headaches, cold and cough situations. The essential oil is a powerful flavouring agent in various types of mouth fresheners and mouthwash agents. The oil can be applied topically to relieve muscle pain, itching as well as all forms of general pains.

Safeguards Against the Product Use

1. Peppermint Essential Oil may not be recommended for use in people suffering from G6PD deficiency.
2. The aromatherapy may lead to toxic effects in children and pets.
3. In case you are on prescribed medication, consult your physician.
4. There may be side effects from inhaling of menthol present in Peppermint Essential Oil.