Actions: carminative, anti-spasmodic, anti-emetic, anti-microbial, nervine, aromatic and anti-bacterial.
Botanical Name: Mentha piperita
Plant Family: Lamiaceae (Labiatae)
Parts Used: distilled from the leaves

Peppermint essential oil has been used for centuries as a medicine, especially for its peerless healing effect in digestion. It relieves nausea, indigestion, and colic, prevents flatulence and bloating and is an excellent first-aid remedy for intestinal disorders. The menthol in the oil has a noticeably cooling effect and it is for that reason it is often used in foot sprays or lotions to relieve hot feet. It stimulates the skin's oil production and is therefore helpful to relieve itchy skin. It is one of the brain stimulating essential oils and will help in concentration for short periods of time. It is also of great value in inhalations for cold, flu and sinus congestion.