Description

Spearmint Essential Oil, Botanical Name Mentha Spicata, extract from Spearmint's leaf by steam distillation. Aromatherapists claim the therapeutic properties of Spearmint Essential Oil are as a 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.

Spearmint is a native of the Mediterranean area. A hardy perennial herb, it has characteristic lance-shaped leaves with pink or lilac-colored flowers. The oil is pale yellow color with a slight green tinge has a fresh minty smell. The major Spearmint Essential Oil is sweeter, and not quite as harsh. Blends particularly well with Basil Essential Oil, Birch Essential Oil, Bergamot Essential Oil, Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Jasmine Essential Oil, Lavender Essential Oil, Rosemary Essential Oil. The note is Top.