peppermint
peppermint
Mentha piperita
Peppermint essential oil
Do you suffer from headaches and difficulty concentrating? Peppermint oil is a natural remedy for these symptoms. The essential oil of peppermint can not only help relieve pain but also refresh the mind and improve concentration. Learn here how you can combat headaches and concentration problems with peppermint oil.
Effect
Mindfulness
Stay healthy
Joy of life
Gently relaxed
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Fragrance fresh, herbaceous, clear |
Origin Italy |
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Helps with Concentration problems, malaise, headaches, stomach aches, lack of energy, stomach and digestive problems |
Ensures Concentration, well-being, relaxation, energy, freshness, improved digestion |
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Quality controlled organic cultivation |
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plant part herb |
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Grand Cru Yes |
peppermint
Mentha Piperita
Peppermint, botanically known as Mentha piperita, is a natural hybrid of water mint and spearmint and belongs to the mint family (Lamiaceae). The plant is native to Europe and prefers mild climates. Peppermint can reach heights of up to one meter. The essential peppermint oil is obtained by steam distillation of the leaves and is characterized by its fresh, minty, and slightly pungent scent.
Peppermint oil in aromatherapy
The psychological effects of peppermint oil
Peppermint oil refreshes the mind, promotes concentration, and helps reduce stress. The fresh scent of the herb ensures a clear and focused mind. This makes peppermint oil an ideal choice for people who suffer from concentration problems. The invigorating peppermint scent can also help with lack of energy and fatigue.
The physical effects of peppermint oil
Peppermint oil has cooling, pain-relieving, and anti-inflammatory properties because peppermint essential oil has a high menthol content. This ingredient helps to alleviate headaches. In aromatherapy, peppermint oil is not only a proven home remedy for tension headaches or discomfort caused by colds, but it can also be used for muscle tension, nausea, and digestive problems.
Source: Flashcards for Aromatherapy and Aromacare Practice, Krautverlag 2024
Aromatherapy in Practice, Hauck Publishing 2020
Special
Due to its cooling properties (menthol content), not suitable for full baths, small children, or sensitive individuals.
Application tip
Via the nose and as a cooling additive in aromatherapy skincare applications.
