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Spearmint Essential Oil
Mentha spicata
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Spearmint Essential Oil Profile Information
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| Common Name |
- Spearmint Essential Oil |
| Botanical Name |
- Mentha spicata |
| Country of Origin |
- USA |
| Parts Used |
- Flowering tops |
| Extraction |
- Steam Distillation |
| Technical Data |
- Spearmint Oil CofA |
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General - Spearmint A hardy branched perennial herb with bright green, lance shaped, sharply serrated leaves, quickly spreading underground runners and pink or lilac-colored flowers in slender cylindrical spikes. The essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of the flowering tops. Spearmint is valued all over the world as a culinary herb and was used by the Greeks as a restorative and to scent their bathwater. Native to the Mediterranean region, spearmint is now common throughout Europe, western Asia and the Middle East. It was introduced to the USA where it has become a very popular flavoring. The oil is produced in Midwest USA, Hungary, Spain, former Yugoslavia, Russia, and China.
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Uses - Spearmint essential oil, Mentha spicata, is steam distilled from the flowering tops of the herb, the scent is refreshing and minty. It is a comforting
scent which can be relaxing and help to relieve mental fatigue. It is slightly antiseptic and may be useful for minor skin eruptions. Spearmint
essential oil is not
compatible with homeopathic treatment. The properties of spearmint oil resemble those of peppermint but its effects are less powerful. It has
been used for asthma, bronchitis, catarrhal conditions, sinusitis, colic, flatulence, nausea, vomiting, colds, fatigue, headache, migraine,
nervous strain, and stress.
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Spearmint essential oil, Mentha spicata, blends well with
the following essential oils: lavender,
lavandin, jasmine,
eucalyptus,
Basil and rosemary and is often used in combination
with peppermint.
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Cautions - Non toxic, non irritant, non-sensitizing.
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Properties - Anesthetic (local), antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, carminative, cephalic, cholagogue, decongestant,
digestive, diuretic, expectorant, febrifuge, hepatic, nervine, stimulant, stomachic, tonic
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All of our oils are 100% pure and natural,
of therapeutic grade and free from any chemicals or pesticides.
Although all of our products are of
premium quality, our essential oils are not certified
organic.
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Spearmint Pure Therapeutic Grade Essential oils can also be used in soap
making
ingredients,
lotions, massage oils, diffusers, potpourri, scent, air fresheners, body
fragrance, perfume oils, aromatherapy products, bath oils, towel scenting, spa's, incense, light rings, laundry, facial steams, hair treatments, and more. |
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