Peppermint Essential Oil | Abbey Essentials
PEPPERMINT ESSENTIAL OIL
Botanical name: Mentha piperita
WHY CHOOSE ABBEY ESSENTIALS PEPPERMINT OIL?
Steam-distilled in small batches from freshly harvested Mentha piperita leaves, our Peppermint oil retains its vibrant, minty character and high menthol content. Prompt processing and rigorous quality checks ensure a consistent, therapeutic-grade oil.
OVERVIEW
Peppermint essential oil delivers a fresh, herbaceous mint scent with a cooling menthol kick. Used for millennia to soothe digestion and nerves, it may help relieve headaches, clear the mind and ease muscular tension.
NOTES
- Top Note: Bright menthol opening
- Middle Note: Crisp mint heart
- Base Note: Clean, herbal finish
SCENT FAMILY
Herbal · Fresh · Cooling
AROMATIC DESCRIPTION
Sharp, cooling menthol tones lead into a crisp mint core and conclude on a clean, green-herbaceous base.
THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES
Invigorating · Decongestant · Cooling · Soothing
VOLATILITY & EVAPORATION RATE
Fast evaporation; ideal for top-note prominence and rapid inhalation effects.
PLANT ORIGIN & PRODUCTION
- Botanical Source: Mentha piperita
- Grown in: UK, USA, Europe & China
- Plant Part: Leaves & flowering tops
- Extraction Method: Steam distillation
- Aroma Profile: Minty, camphorous, herbaceous
TRADITION & NATURAL WELLNESS USE
Traditionally chewed or infused as tea for stomach and nerve complaints, Peppermint oil is now favoured to:
- Relieve tension headaches and mental fatigue
- Ease digestive discomfort
- Support respiratory clarity in vapour blends
IDEAL FOR
- Headache-relief diffuser blends
- Cooling massage oils
- Digestive-soothing bath soaks
- Respiratory steam inhalations
- Aromatherapy enthusiasts
POPULAR USES
AROMATHERAPY (MOOD & ATMOSPHERE)
Add 2—4 drops to a diffuser or bowl of warm water to invigorate and clear the mind.
HOLISTIC & WELLNESS ROUTINES
Blend 1—2 drops with a carrier oil and massage onto temples or chest for headache relief and congestion support. Note: see your product label for dilution guidelines and seek professional advice for health concerns.
DIY SKINCARE & BEAUTY
Add 1 drop per 10 ml base emollient to creams or gels for a cooling effect on tired limbs. Patch test before use; avoid sensitive areas.
CAUTION
Peppermint oil is very potent–always dilute to 2—5 % in a carrier oil before skin application; see your product label for specifics. Avoid near bedtime or on sensitive skin undiluted. Not recommended for internal use. Keep out of reach of children and pets. Consult a healthcare professional if pregnant, breastfeeding or under medical supervision.
Invigorating · Cooling · Decongestant · Headache relief · Digestive support