Extraction
The oil is extracted using steam distillation method from leaves part of
the plant.
Chemical Composition
The chemical constituents of the oil include a-pinene, b-pinene, carvone,
1,8-cineole, linalool, limonene, myrcene, caryophyllene and menthol.
Essential Oil Information
Spearmint oil is prepared using extracts of perennial herb native of
Mediterranean region. The oil is highly regarded of its medicinal value and
is also considered as a cure for sexually transmitted diseases. As a
colorless clear liquid with characteristic spearmint odor, it has solubility
in water and Insoluble in alcohol and oils.
Oil Properties
The oil is also known by names of garden spearmint; spire, green, lamb, pea
and fish mint. The oil properties include Specific Gravity of 0.950 - 1.050
@ 20°C, Optical Rotation of -4° to -6° and PH value of 3.0
6.0 @ 20°C.
Uses
Spearmint Oil is used in field of medicine due to its preventive and
curative properties. It is known as an effective ingredient in case of
digestive issues as well as in issues relating to unease in respiratory
tract. Further, it is also beneficial for skincare and also provides cure
for migraine, fatigue, strain and stress.
Therapeutic Properties
It is used in cases of indigestion, gas as well as colic. Further, the oil
also finds usage for hiccups, fever and infections in upper respiratory
tract in children. Other than this, the oil is also used as a vapor therapy
for vomiting, flatulence, migraines, asthma, sinusitis.
Blends Well With The essential oil blends well with Basil, eucalyptus, jasmine, lavender
and rosemary.
Summary
As aromatic herbal oil, it helps in improving digestion as well as
providing relief from spasms. Further, its stimulant, less pungent and
non-irritant properties also makes the oil useful for cream or lotions. It
is also used for decongesting skin and to decrease acne as well.
Precautions
The Spearmint oil is considered as non-toxic, non-irritant and
non-sensitizing oil. It is generally be applied without dilution. However,
in some cases, a slight irritation on skin can be occurred, after the direct
application of oil on the skin.
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