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PEPPERMINT
100%
Pure Essential Oil
Therapeutic Grade
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$8.50 5 ml |
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The mints are
some of the best known essential oils in aromatherapy. Mint
was prescribed by Greek an Roman herbalists for just about
everything. Peppermint is probably the most favorite member
of the mint family. It stimulates, refreshes, cools, and
uplifts the mind and body. It is excellent for tired feet
and for reducing the effects of travel sickness.Peppermint
repels insects, mice and rats. Peppermint is toxic for cats
and dogs. |
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Botanical
Name: |
Mentha
piperita |
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Origin: |
Europe and
Asia. Today in the United States and England. |
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Fragrance: |
Fresh, bright
and minty. |
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Therapeutic
Properties: |
Antiseptic, antiviral, expectorant. Diaphoretic, aromatic,
carminative, chologogue (stimulates flow of bile),
stomachic, calmative, mild alterative, stimulant,
rubefacient, nervine, analgesic |
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Uses: |
Dizziness,
headaches, tension, digestive disorders, nausea, vomiting,
influenza, colds, sore muscles, bruises, muscle pain,
rheumatism, joint pain, insect bites, motion sickness,
tightness in the neck. Acne, blemished skin, tired or
swollen skin. Mental fatigue, lack of concentration,
confusion, lapse of memory. |
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Blends Well
with: |
Benzoin, basil,
pine, geranium tea tree, grapefruit, juniper,niaouli,
rosemary, lavender, marjoram, lemon, eucalyptus, and other
mints. |
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Cautions:
May
cause skin irritation dilute to 1% in carrier oil and use no
more than 3 drops in bath.. Do not use on infants and small
children. People with hay fever should avoid mint oil since
it may irritate mucous membranes. Oil is toxic if taken
internally in large doses; causes dermatitis. Avoid
prolonged use of the essential oil as an inhalant.
Peppermint can reduce milk flow; take internally with
caution if breast-feeding. |
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The material in this website is not meant to take the place
of diagnosis and treatment by a qualified medical
practitioner. Since the actual use of essential oils by
others is beyond our control, no expressed or implied
guarantee as to the effects of their use can be given nor
liability taken. Essential oils are to be used at your own
discretion. Any application of the recommendations is at
user's sole risk. The Crystal Garden disclaims any liability
arising directly or indirectly from the use of this
information and assumes no responsibility for any actions
taken. |
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