Peppermint Essential Oil Overview

Biofrid Organic Essential Oil – Peppermint is a 100% pure essential oil steam-distilled from the leaves of the peppermint plant (Mentha × piperita). Its bright, cool and intensely minty aroma is instantly refreshing, making it one of the most popular and versatile oils in aromatherapy.

Traditional & Aromatherapy Uses:

• Alertness & focus: traditionally inhaled in aromatherapy to help promote a feeling of mental clarity and concentration.
• Clear breathing: its cooling, menthol-rich aroma is often used to support a sense of clear, easy breathing.
• Digestive comfort: traditionally massaged, well diluted, over the abdomen to help support digestive ease.
• Cooling & reviving: may help create a refreshing, invigorating atmosphere, especially in warm weather.
• Head comfort: traditionally applied, well diluted, to the temples to help ease everyday tension.

Key Benefits:

• Refreshing aroma: a cool, sharp, uplifting mint scent.
• Invigorating: traditionally used to help revive the senses and sharpen focus.
• Cooling sensation: its natural menthol content gives a characteristic fresh, cooling feel.
• Versatile: blends well with citrus, rosemary, eucalyptus and lavender.
• Organically grown: sourced from organically cultivated plants.

Composition:

• Active: Mentha × piperita (peppermint) oil — 100% pure essential oil.

Directions for Use:

• Diffuser/aromatherapy: add a few drops to a diffuser or oil burner as required.
• Massage/skin: always dilute in a suitable carrier oil (such as jojoba or sweet almond) before applying to the skin, and use sparingly as it is potent.
• Patch test: carry out a patch test before first use and discontinue if irritation occurs.
• External use only: keep well away from the eyes and mucous membranes, as the vapour is very intense.
• Caution: not to be taken internally unless advised by a qualified practitioner; avoid use on or near the face of infants and young children; keep out of the reach of children.

Expanded Overview:

Peppermint is a natural hybrid of watermint and spearmint, and its essential oil is rich in menthol, which gives it that unmistakable cool, tingling freshness. In aromatherapy it is one of the most widely used oils, traditionally chosen to help sharpen focus, revive tired senses and support a feeling of clear, comfortable breathing.

It is equally popular in well-diluted massage blends, particularly for the abdomen and temples, where its cooling character is much appreciated. Because peppermint is highly concentrated and potent, it should always be diluted before skin contact and used sparingly. These traditional uses are not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any condition; anyone who is pregnant, breastfeeding or managing a health concern should consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before use.