Peppermint Essential Oil 100% Pure Natural Therapeutic 30 ml - 500 ml 1. Our essential oils are certified 100% pure, THERAPEUTIC GRADE oils 2. All of our essential oils are ethically produced and are free from pesticides or chemical fertilizers. 3. Direct sourcing from approved vendors ; No Middlemen ; Best prices in the market 4. We use steam distillation for extraction making sure the rich pant aroma remains intact Packaging Glass Bottle , Pleastic bottle We are offering 10ml, 15ml, 30 ml , 50ml , 100ml , 250 ml and 500 ml pack size in this listing Product Description PEPPERMINT OIL Botanical Name : Mentha arvensis Origin : India Mode of Extraction : Steam Distillation Main Constituents : Alpha-pinene, Limonene, Beta-pinene, citral, geraniol, neral and other sesqueterpenes Description : Clear Transparent Liquid Appearence : Colorless to pale yellow liquid Organoleptic properties : strong penetrating peppermint odour and pungent taste Refractive index at 20 C : 1.460-1.471 Specific Gravity at 20 C : 0.896-0.908 Solubility : Insoluble in water and soluble in other organic solvents Storage : Well closed in air tight containers away from sunlight and heat preferably in amber color glass containers. Extraction : It is extracted by the process of Steam Distillation. Chemical Composition : Menthol, menthone, 1,8-cineole, methyl acetate, methofuran, isomenthone, limonene, b-pinene, a-pinene, germacrene-d, trans-sabinene hydrate and pulegone. Essential Oil Information : It is a native of the Mediterranean, but is now also cultivated in Italy, USA, Japan and Great Britain. It is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter (3 feet) high and has slightly hairy serrated leaves with pinkish-mauve flowers arranged in a long conical shape. It has underground runners by which it easily propagates. This herb has many species, and peppermint piperita is a hybrid of watermint (M. aquatica) and spearmint (M. spicata). Oil Properties : This oil has a fresh, sharp, menthol smell, is clear to pale yellow in color and watery in viscosity. Uses: This oil is excellent for mental fatigue and depression, refreshing the spirit and stimulating mental agility and improving concentration. It helps for apathy, shock, headache, migraine, nervous stress, vertigo and faintness and in general respiratory disorders, as well as dry coughs, sinus congestion, asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia, tuberculosis and cholera. It is very useful for the digestive system, it stimulates the gall bladder and the secretion of bile. It is used for colic, cramps, dyspepsia, spastic colon, flatulence and nausea and can relieve pain in cases of toothache, aching feet, rheumatism, neuralgia, muscular pains and painful periods. Therapeutic Properties: Analgesic, anesthetic, antiseptic, antigalactagogue, antiphlogistic, antispasmodic, astringent, carminative, cephalic, cholagogue, cordial, decongestant, emmenagogue, expectorant, febrifuge, hepatic, nervine, stimulant, stomachic, sudorific, vasoconstrictor and vermifuge. Blends well with : Benzoin, eucalyptus, lavender, marjoram, lemon and rosemary. Summary : Peppermint is a cross between spearmint and watermint and is native to Europe. Historically, the herb has been known for its medicinal uses. Hence it is often termed as the world?s oldest medicine. Unlike many other herbs and essential oils, this oil also has numerous health benefits. Peppermint oil is also used in the form of capsules and tablets. Furthermore, this oil is used as a flavoring agent. Precautions : It can cause irritation to the skin mucus membranes should be kept well away from the eyes. It should be avoided during pregnancy should not be used by children under seven. Our Essential/Carrier Oils are, 100% natural and pure (undiluted/uncut) therapeuticgrade No fillers, additives, bases or carriers added. These high quality oils are excellent for Aromatherapy, skin and hair care. How to use: This powerful essential oil can be diluted with carrier oils and used as a topical application or for a relaxing Ayurvedic massage. Few drops of oil can be added to potpourris, vaporizers, candles or diffusers for combating germs in the air and protecting the environment naturally. It can also be added to your bath tub for an aromatic, healing, stimulating and energizing bath. Caution: NOT INTENDED FOR USE BY PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 21. KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. Avoid during pregnancy and with sensitive skin. It can cause possible sensitization in some individuals, so use in very low concentration only. It is important to note that all Essential Oils are extremely concentrated in nature and if to be applied on the skin or body, should always be diluted upto a maximum dosage of 4% in a suitable carrier oil.