Spearmint essential oil

6,5015,50

Ingredients

100% pure spearmint (Mentha spicata) essential oil

Used plant parts

Floral tips

Extraction method

Steam distillation

Country of origin

China

Aroma

Minty, fresh, sweet, slightly fruity, softer than peppermint

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Description

Spearmint

Origin and background

Spearmint is a perennial herbacious plant and a species of mint, with a natural distribution in Europe and Asia. With the help of man, spearmint has spread and taken root in North and West Africa and America. It is also used to flavor food and is a common ingredient in herbal teas.

Spearmint has been mentioned for the first time since at least the 1st century AD by the naturalist Pliny, and references to it also appear in biblical texts. Further descriptions come from ancient mythology. In the 14th century, references were found to the use of spearmint in original toothpastes, suggesting that by that time the plant was already widespread in households.

The mint was brought to England by the Romans in the 5th century, and Turner, the "father of British botany" who lived in the 16th century, mentions spearmint as a useful plant for the stomach. Also in the herbal book of the English botanist John Gerard, who lived in the 16th century, it is said to be useful for watering the eyes and for any head and ulcer disease. It was also described to be helpful with wasp and bee stings and was also used to treat the bite of evil dogs.

Historically, during the American Revolution, spearmint was an important source of income in Connecticut, where peppermint and spearmint tea was a popular beverage because it was not taxed.

Properties

Aromatic properties

Spearmint essential oil has a milder and softer aroma than peppermint essential oil, as it contains significantly less menthol, but can be used for very similar aromatherapy purposes.

Spearmint oil is great for relieving headaches or stress. It has a revitalizing and energizing effect on the body, lifts the mood, promotes concentration, and stimulates and revitalizes the skin.

Emotionally, this oil has a very invigorating effect. Its fresh restorative aroma helps lift the mood and soften emotional tensions.

Spiritually, it helps bring inspiration and evoke fresh thoughts and ideas.

Healing properties

Spearmint essential oil has multiple purposes and can be used for a wide range of problems and ailments.

For example, it can be used to relieve skin problems, headaches, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, respiratory problems, and cold symptoms.

Inhalation helps reduce nasal congestion and promotes easier breathing.

Can also be used to relieve bloating.

Recommended uses

Topical

  • It is recommended to use essential oils and their blend in a diluted form. Especially for sensitive and gentle skin. This means adding a small amount of water or carrier oil before applying it to the skin. The blend can be placed, for example, in a roll-on bottle that is convenient to carry along and can be used at any convenient time.
  • Can also be added to a neutral unscented cream, lotion, or liquid soap to achieve radiant and healthy skin.
Aromatic
  • Can be used in an aroma diffuser both at home or in the office to create a pleasant and cozy atmosphere that relaxes the senses and creates a pleasant aroma around you.
  • It can also be added to an oil burner. Don't forget to add water to the oil burner and then drip in the essential oil! Pure essential oil is too strong and has a faint odor.
  • Can be added to hot bath water and enjoy an aromatic mini-vacation in the middle of everyday life or at the end of a busy week.
  • Combine it with other compatible oils (see recommendations below) in a diffuser or bath water.
  • Can be diluted in the spray bottle with water and spray it at home, in the office, or just to refresh your bed linen.

Compatibility with other essential oils

Basil, black pepper, ginger, marjoram, jasmine, lavender, rosemary, eucalyptus, peppermint, lemon, grapefruit, lime, orange.

 

You can read more about aromatherapy and essential oils from here.

 

Caution!

  • Keep out of reach of children.
  • For external use only.
  • Avoid contact with eyes or mucous membranes.
  • In case of pregnancy, breast-feeding, taking medication or any other medical condition, consult your doctor before use.
  • The information on essential oils on Hingelaegas website comes from public sources. The information given does not constitute health advice and references to the properties and effects of the oils are based on aromatherapy and folk medicine. Therefore, Hingelaegas OÜ cannot be held responsible for the accuracy of the information. The use of essential oils is the responsibility of each person individually.

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