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Peppermint Essential Oil 15ml
Peppermint Essential Oil 15ml
Mentha X piperita herb oil essential 1 mL/mL
The peppermint plant is a hybrid of watermint and spearmint and was first described by Carl Linneaus in 1753. A high menthol content—like that found in the dōTERRA Peppermint essential oil—distinguishes the best quality Peppermint from other products.Description
Peppermint oil has been traditionally used in Aromatherapy to relieve cough, support mental function and help relieve the symptoms of mild tension headache.
In traditional Western herbal medicine, Peppermint oil has been taken orally to relieve abdominal discomfort, relieve nausea, relieve vomiting, relieve symptoms of sore throat, relieve mild throat inflammation and applied orally (directly to the mouth cavity) to relieve toothache.
Uses
Inhalation Uses: | Traditionally used in aromatherapy to:
- Support cognitive or mental function
- Help reduce and relieve symptoms of mild head tension or headache
- Reduces and relieves flatulence
- Reduce/relieve cough
Oral Uses: | Traditionally used in aromatherapy to
- Colic
- Flatulence
- Abdominal discomfort
- Digestive spasms
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Mild throat inflammation
- Symptoms of sore throat
- Supports general health and wellbeing
Oral Applied (directly to Mouth cavity):| Traditionally used in Western herbal medicine to reduce/relieve:
- Toothache
This product is on Australia’s Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), ID#332583.
Aromatic Description
Balsamic, green, fruity, woody
Plant Part
Branch/Leaf
Extraction Method
Steam distillation
Main Components
Menthol, menthone, eucalyptol
Directions for Use
Inhalation: Add 0.18 -0.24 mL oil (3-4 drops) in a vaporiser or hot water and inhale deeply. Alternatively, add 0.3mL (5 drops) onto a tissue, hold near the nose and inhale.
Oral: Dilute 0.06 mL oil (1 drop) in a glass of water or tea and drink immediately.
Direct Oral Application: AApply 0.06 mL oil (1 drop) to the affected area of the mouth.
Cautions
Keep out of reach of children. Possible skin sensitivity. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician.