Spearmint Essential Oil. 30 ml (1 oz). 100% Pure, Undiluted, Therapeutic Grade.
Botanical Name:Mentha spicata * Plant Part:Leaves * Extraction Method:Steam Distilled * Origin:China * Description:Spearmint is a native of the Mediterranean area. A hardy perennial herb, Spearmint reaches about 1 meter (3 feet) in height. It has characteristic lance-shaped leaves with pink or lilac-colored flowers. * Color:Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid. * Common Uses:Aromatherapists claim the therapeutic properties of Spearmint Essential Oil are: as a local/topical anesthetic, antispasmodic, astringent, carminative, decongestant, digestive, diuretic, expectorant, stimulant and restorative. It is also believed to be an uplifting oil, great for alleviating fatigue and depression. * Consistency:Thin * Note:Top * Strength of Aroma:Medium * Blends well with:Basil,Birch Sweet,Bergamot,Eucalyptus,Jasmine, LavenderandRosemary. * Aromatic Scent:Spearmint Essential Oil has a fresh minty smell reminiscent of Peppermint. The major difference is that Spearmint oil is sweeter, and not quite as harsh. * History:The ancient Greeks used Spearmint to scent their bath water. It also had a reputation for curing sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhea, and for whitening teeth and healing sore gums. This might be credited to its ability to mimic a local anesthetic. * Cautions:Spearmint Essential Oil may irritate mucous membranes. Avoid use during pregnancy.