Spearmint Essential Oil 10 ml

Spearmint essential oil (Mentha spicata) is often called the "gentler mint." While it shares some similarities with peppermint, its higher concentration of carvone gives it a much sweeter, softer aroma and a more relaxing effect, making it a favorite for children and those with sensitive systems.

Key Benefits and Uses

Gentle Mood Uplifter: Provides a soft energetic boost that helps clear mental fatigue and "brain fog" without the intense "sharpness" of peppermint.

Digestive Harmony: Widely used to soothe occasional stomach upset, bloating, and nausea. It is particularly effective when massaged onto the abdomen (always diluted) after a heavy meal.

Stress & Tension Relief: Its calming yet refreshing scent helps ease feelings of stress and nervous tension. It is a popular choice for evening diffusion to help unwind the mind.

Respiratory Support: Helps promote clearer breathing and can be used in a diffuser to help break down mucus and ease congestion during seasonal changes.

Oral Freshness: Due to its antimicrobial properties and sweet flavor, it is a staple for natural oral care, helping to neutralize breath and keep the mouth feeling clean.

Natural Cleaning: An excellent addition to DIY surface cleaners; its pleasant, candy-like mint scent leaves rooms smelling fresh while providing natural antibacterial benefits.

Product Specifications

Botanical Name: Mentha spicata.

Aroma: Sweet, minty, fresh, and slightly herbaceous (reminiscent of spearmint gum).

Extraction Method: Steam distilled from the leaves and flowering tops.

Key Constituent: Carvone (provides the sweetness); very low in Menthol.

Note: Top/Middle note.

Directions & Safety

Diffusion: Add 3–5 drops to your diffuser to create a bright, inviting, and stress-free environment.

Topical Use: Dilute to 1–1.7% with a carrier oil (like Jojoba or Fractionated Coconut Oil) before applying to the skin.

Kid-Friendly: Generally considered a safer mint option for children (ages 2+) compared to peppermint, though careful dilution is still required.

External Use Only: Do not ingest. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.

Pregnancy/Nursing: Consult a healthcare professional before use.