Peppermint

Peppermint's primary ingredient is menthol, which contributes to its analgesic properties. It is also commonly used for headache relief by applying a drop on each temple. It has been studied as a means to improve focus and concentration, and it has also be researched in dozens of studies for its ability to calm digestive and intestinal upsets. Along this line, many find peppermint especially helpful in calming nausea. DETAILS Botanical name Mentha piperita Country of origin India Extraction method Steam-distilled from organic peppermint leaves and stems Dilution ratio 1:1 (parts essential oil to carrier oil) Application method DiffusionInhalationTopical Application BENEFITS Peppermint has been traditionally used to: Reduce and soothe localized pain Reduce pain, redness, and swelling from inflammation Reduce cellular oxidation and prevent aging Heal broken skin, abscesses, eruptions, and cuts Help close and heal open cuts and wounds Remove water from body t