Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil

Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil 
  • Peppermint is an aromatic herb in the mint family. It’s a hybrid mint that’s a cross between spearmint and watermint

  • It can be found naturally in North America and Europe. Peppermint essential oil can be extracted from the leaves of the peppermint plant

  • Peppermint oil has a sharp odor that’s cool and refreshing. The main chemical components of peppermint oil are menthol and menthone. However, there are many more as well

  • Used in this product as a topical application, mainly for relief from itching, and also for muscle pain, and even headache

  • It provides a pleasing scent without the need for extra fragrances

  • Records of the use of mint plants for medicinal purposes go all the way back to the times of Ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome

  • Topical preparations of peppermint oil have been used to calm pruritus and relieve irritation and inflammation

  • A small study looked at the topical application of peppermint oil and the effect that it had on chronic itching. Researchers found that a one percent solution of peppermint oil led to improvements in how long itchiness lasted and the severity of the itch

  • Peppermint oil also has mild antimicrobial properties. Various studies have been performed to determine its effectiveness against different types of bacteria and fungi. The results have been mixed. While this result is promising, the antimicrobial activity of peppermint oil may depend on the species of bacteria

  • Essential oils are not meant to be taken orally Some possible side effects from taking peppermint extract orally include heartburn, nausea, and vomiting

  •  Peppermint and peppermint oil are Likely safewhen applied to the skin

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