Peppermint Essential Oil (Mentha Arvensis)

About

100% pure Peppermint Essential Oil (Mentha Arvensis) is steam-distilled from corn mint leaves grown in India. With a crisp, subtly sweet aroma and naturally lower menthol content than Peppermint Piperita, this versatile oil is traditionally used to support respiratory clarity, mental focus, and general wellbeing.

Key Benefits

• May help clear nasal congestion and ease sinus discomfort
• Known to soothe headaches, migraines and hay fever symptoms
• Traditionally used to support mental clarity and ease brain fog
• May help relieve sore, tight and fatigued muscles
• Often used as a natural insect and rodent repellent
• Antimicrobial properties make it useful for household cleaning
• Uplifting aroma may help improve mood and focus

Common Uses

• Diffusion for respiratory support and mental invigoration
• Diluted massage oil for muscle tension and soreness
• Topical roller blends for targeted migraine and headache relief
• Foot soaks to refresh and soothe tired feet
• Natural insect repellent spray or roller application

How to Use

• Diffuse: Add a few drops to an aromatherapy diffuser to fill your space with refreshing, clarifying aroma
• Topical: Always dilute in a carrier oil before applying to skin (see dilution guide); ideal for massage on sore muscles
• Roller blend: Add 8–10 drops to a 15ml roller bottle topped with Fractionated Coconut Oil for portable relief
• Foot soak: Add 1–2 drops to warm water and soak feet for 15 minutes

Product Details

• Botanical name: Mentha Arvensis (Corn Mint)
• Origin: India
• Extraction method: Steam distillation, dementholised
• Key constituents: Menthol, menthone, limonene
• Aroma: Crisp, herbaceous, subtly sweet
• Blends well with citrus oils, Lavender, Rosemary, Clary Sage and Geranium

Safety

• Always dilute before topical use; never apply undiluted to skin
• Keep out of reach of children and away from pets
• Avoid during pregnancy and breastfeeding; consult a healthcare professional before use if you have health concerns