Description
Spearmint essential oil is extracted from Mentha spicata (a.k.a. Mentha viridis) from the Labiatae family. It is also referred to as common spearmint, garden spearmint, spire mint, green mint, lamb mint, pea mint and fish mint.
Precautions
This oil is non-irritating, non-sensitizing and non-toxic.
Therapeutic Properties
Spearmint oil's therapeutic properties include anesthetic, anti-spasmodic, astringent, carminative, decongestant, digestive, diuretic, expectorant, restorative and sedative.
Uses
Spearmint essential oil benefits conditions such as acne, asthma, bronchitis, catarrh, colic, congested skin, constipation, dermatitis, dyspepsia, emesis, fatigue, flatulence, headaches, itching, mental fatigue, migraines, nervous strain, sinusitis, sore gums and stress.
Burners & Vaporizers
Add to vapor therapy for asthma, bronchitis, catarrh, colic, emesis, flatulence, headaches, migraines, nervous strain and sinusitis.
Blended In The Bath
Add to massage oil, or dilute in the bath for asthma, bronchitis, fatigue, flatulence, headaches, migraines, nervous strain, sinusitis and stress.
Blends Well With
Basil, Eucalyptus, Jasmine, Lavender and Rosemary.