Description

Mentha piperita

Aroma is, as you would expect, menthol and is a very strong, piercing scent that is both refreshing and invigorating. An excellent oil for mental fatigue and depression however caused. Also useful for tired muscles. Its cooling effect is why it is widely used in foot care preparations. Also acts as a deodoriser. Said to be helpful in travel sickness and general nauseous conditions. Peppermint essential oil is also useful as an insect repellent.

PRINCIPAL ACTIONS: UPLIFTING, STIMULATING, REFRESHING AND COOLING.

APPLICATIONS: REFRESHES TIRED HEAD AND FEET. EXCELLENT FOR DRIVING–HELPS MENTAL FATIGUE, NAUSEA AND TRAVEL SICKNESS.

USE: BATH: 2 DROPS INTO A RUNNING BATH.

INHALATION: 3 DROPS IN A BURNER OR 1 DROP ON COTTON WOOL BALL

MASSAGE: 1 OR 2 DROPS PER 5ml OF CARRIER OIL. 

BLENDS WELL WITH EUCALYPTUS, LAVENDER, LEMON, MARJORAM AND ROSEMARY.