Spearmint Essential Oil

Name: Spearmint oil, China (77% Carvone)
Species: Mentha spicata L, var. eromenthe, fam. Lamiaceae (Labiatae)
Part: Flowering Herb
Method: Steam Distillation
Country: China

Description: Spearmint is a native of the Mediterranean area. A hardy perennial herb, Spearmint reaches about 1 meter (3 feet) in height. It has characteristic lance-shaped leaves with pink or lilac-colored flowers.

Color: Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid.

Common Uses: Aromatherapists claim the therapeutic properties of Spearmint Essential Oil are: as a local/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.

Consistency: Thin

Note: Top

Strength of Aroma: Medium

Blends well with: Basil, Birch Sweet, Bergamot, Eucalyptus, Jasmine, Lavender and Rosemary.

Aromatic Scent: Spearmint Essential Oil has a fresh minty smell reminiscent of Peppermint. The major difference is that Spearmint oil is sweeter, and not quite as harsh.