Peppermint

• Chinese name: Mint

• English name: Peppermint

• Latin name: Mentha piperita

• Origin: USA, India, France

• Fragrance notes: High notes

• Extraction method: Steam distillation of flower tops

• Efficacy or benefits:

  1. Body: Cooling and analgesic, relieves headaches and muscle aches; aids digestion, relieves bloating and nausea; reduces fever; refreshes and invigorates the mind.

  2. Mental state: Powerfully boosts spirits, clarifies thoughts, and combats mental fatigue.

• Precautions: Highly irritating; always dilute before use. May interfere with homeopathy. Use with caution in pregnant women, infants, and individuals with epilepsy.