Spearmint Oil Essential Trading Post Oils 2 fl. oz (60 ML)

Description

SPEARMINT
Botanical Name:
Mentha spicata
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.
Blends well with:
Basil, Birch, 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.
History:
The ancient Greeks used Spearmint to scent their bath water. It also had a reputation for curing sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhea, and for whitening teeth and healing sore gums. This might be credited to its ability to mimic a local anesthetic.
Cautions:
Spearmint Essential Oil may irritate mucous membranes. Avoid use during pregnancy.
2 fl. oz  (60 ml) of pure Essential Oil. All of our oils are 100% PURE and have not been cut or diluted. At the Essential Trading Post we stock a large selection of oils. At Essential Trading Post all our Essential oils are packaged in  glass Amber Bottles with Polycone Reducer caps and fully Labeled. Our oil line has multi uses from simply scenting your home to making a vast line of products. The theme at Essential Trading Post is "Scenting the World With Oil". Below we have included a general use section to aid the novice user. We are sure that you will create your own uses as you discover the wonders of scent. Very little of our oil is needed to create a long and lasting essence!
General Oil Uses:
General Household Freshening - Add a few drops of oil to your trash can, laundry wash, Dryer sheet, drain, vacuum bag filter, or on a tissue for placement in your drawers.
Diffusing - the oil in a Diffuser scents your home or office with wonderful uplifting smell. The most common Diffuser on the market in the Tea Lite Oil burner.
Bath - Add a few drops of oil to your running bath water and mix well before getting into the tub. Enjoy a wonderful scented bath soak!
Massage - Create your own Massage oil scent simply add a few drops oil to 1 ounce carrier oil such as Grapeseed oil and massage onto yourself or partner. Keep away from eyes and genital areas.
Product Scenting - Create your own scented products by adding oils to un-scented base products like; Hair Shampoo & Conditioners Base, Hand Soap Base, Body Lotion Base, Room Spray Base, Moisturizing Body Gel Base, Reed Diffuser Base, Melt & Pour or Cold Press Soap making,
Safety Tips:
Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Keep oils away from eyes and mucous membranes.
Always dilute essential oils with carrier oils before applying them directly to your skin.
Stop using oil immediately if redness, burning, itching or irritation occurs. A test area such as the inside of your elbow can be used to determine if you are allergic to the oil. Simply apply a small amount of the diluted oil and wait 12 hours to determine if irritation has occurred.
Please be aware that all oils are not suitable for all uses. If you have certain underlying medical conditions it would be wise to research the oil you are considering using. Aromatherapy should not be used as a substitution for sound medical advice obtained from your physician.
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