Peppermint Organic Essential Oil

Botanical Name: Mentha Piperita Country of Origin: India Cultivation Method: Organic Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled Flowering Herb Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top Aromatic Description: Peppermint Japanese has a sharp, penetrating mint scent based on its high menthol content. The sweetness of the vapor makes it easy to see why it is such a common flavoring and scenting agent. Aromatherapy Properties: (Uses) Of course, most people will associate it with being a scenting agent in skin and hair care products (where it has a cooling effect by constricting capillaries and helping with bruises and sore joints, soaps, and candles. This is largely due to it's menthol content - typically 85%.  Blends well with: Peppermint Japanese blends well with Basil Holy, Bergamot, Cajeput, Cedarwood Atlas, Eucalyptus Globulus, Lemon, Lime, Mandarin Red, Marjoram Sweet, Niaouli Organic, Pine Black Wild Crafted, Rosemary, Spearmint, and Thyme Red History: Peppermint and its name has its roots in Greek mythology. Pluto - God of the dead - fell in love with Minthe, herself a beautiful nymph. Pluto's goddess wife Persephone became jealous and turned Minthe into a plant, but out of respect for her beauty, she ensured that she would have a wonderful and fragrant aroma. Certified Organic : This oil is Certified Organic. All of our Certified Organic Essential Oils are from carefully selected stocks. They are recognized as Certified Organic Processors and their oils have all been certified under the world renowned QAI Organics Standard. Chemicals such as pesticides, fungicides and fertilizers are prohibited. Instead the products are cultivated using traditional farming methods. Soil fertility is built; natural systems are worked with, not against; there is minimal, if any damage to the environment, and most importantly, Mother Nature is being respected. Silky Scents Essential Oils are used in Aromatherapy applications and recipes!