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Peppermint / Leaf* **

June 14, 2009 By Mentha piperita

Family Name: Lamiaceae, mint
Origin: USA

Peppermint is obtained from the dried leaves of the peppermint plant. Its properties for skin include: antimicrobial, anti-irritant, antiseptic, antiviral, astringent, cleansing, cooling, decongestant, refreshing, stimulating and tonic. The active constituents of peppermint include: menthol, terpenes, caffeic acid and flavonoids. Peppermint is best for the following skin types: blemished, dry, normal-oily and oily skin. It is a wonderful addition to baths, soaps, facial steams, masks, toners, aftershaves and as a stimulating shampoo, conditioner and hair rinse. An ideal treatment for aches and pains, it even helps with the itch of chicken pox.

** Herbal Extract

Origin: France

Peppermint is classified as a carminative herb for its use as a general digestive aid. It is also used for its breath freshening properties in toothpastes and mouthwashes, and is known to work wonders as a quick pick-me-up; perfect for hot, sweaty “summer skin.” Peppermint is described as a strong, herbaceous minty top-middle note with balsamic-sweet undertones. Cooling and hot, this energizing and stimulating essential oil helps memory and concentration and alleviates exhaustion, emotional/mental and physical fatigue, indecision, mental strain, shyness, sinuses and tension headaches.

* Essential Oil

Main Properties

  • PERFORMANCE
    • anti-irritant
    • antioxidant
    • antiseptic
    • cleansing
    • cooling
    • purifying
  • MIND
    • calming
    • energizing
    • stimulating
  • FUNCTIONAL
    • preservative

Skin Types

Best for blemished, combination, dry and oil-rich skin

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