Botanical Name - (mentha piperita)
Part of plant used - leaf

Peppermint possesses a powerful menthol which can clear nasal passages, relieve jet lag and nausea. This oil is clearing and comforting. It is a top note and vaporizes quickly.

Emotional Applications

• to become alert and invigorated
• to move obstacles in your life

Physical Applications

• Muscular pain and aches - massage, bath
• Travel sickness and nausea - inhalation
• Indigestion, flatulence, colic - massage abdomen clockwise
• Colds, sinus and flu - steam inhalation
• Headaches or migraines - use with lavender, cold compress to back of neck
• Fainting - inhalation
• Sciatica - massage, bath

Cautions

• Do not take internally.
• Do not use in pregnancy
• Keep away from eyes