Peppermint Essential Oil Fact Sheet

Botanical Name - (mentha piperita)
Part of plant used - leaf

Peppermint possesses a powerful menthol which can clear nasal passages, relieve jet lag and nausea. This oil is clearing and comforting. It is a top note and vapourises quickly.

Emotional Applications

· to become alert and invigorated

· to move obstacles in your life

Physical Applications

· Muscular pain and aches - massage, bath

· Travel sickness and nausea - inhalation

· Indigestion, flatulence, colic - massage abdomen clockwise

· Colds, sinus and flu - steam inhalation

· Headaches or migraines - use with lavender, cold compress to back of neck

· Fainting - inhalation

· Sciatica - massage, bath

Cautions

· Do not take internally.

· Do not use in pregnancy

· Keep away from eyes