Crysalis Spearmint Oil(15 ml)

Botanical Name : Mentha spicataOrigin : IndiaMode of Extraction : Steam distilledMain Constituents : Carvone, l-limonene, pineneDescription : Clear Transparent LiquidAppearence : Colorless, yellow or greenish-yellow liquidOrganoleptic properties : Characteristic spearmint odour and tasteRefractive index at 20 ?C : 1.4820-1.4900Specific Gravity at 20 ?C : 0.917-0.934Solubility : Very slightly soluble in water; soluble in equal volume 80% alcoholUse : As a fragrance and flavor raw materialStorage : Well closed in air tight containers away from sunlight and heat preferably in amber color glass containers.Extraction : It is extracted by the process of Steam Distillation.Chemical Composition : a-pinene, b-pinene, caryophyllene, carvone, 1,8-cineole, limonene, linalool, menthol (0.5% compared to the 40% in peppermint) and myrcene.Essential Oil Information : Spearmint is a native of the Mediterranean area, & is a hardy perennial herb that reaches about 1 meter (3 feet) in height & has bright green lance-shaped, sharply serrated leaves & pink or lilac-colored flowers. Unlike peppermint, spearmint does not contain high amounts of menthol. The ancient Greeks used it to scent their bath water and it had a reputation for curing sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhea. During the medieval times it was used to heal sore gums & also to whiten teeth.Oil Properties : Its aroma is similar to the peppermint oil, but is slightly sweeter and is pale yellow to greenish in color.Uses: Spearmint Oil has many properties in common to that of peppermint oil, it contains only small amounts of menthol and is far less harsh on the skin and ideal for use in children. It is very useful to deal with digestive problems including flatulence, constipation, diarrhea and nausea, as it relaxes the stomach muscles and also relieves hiccups. It helps with headaches, migraines, nervous strain, fatigue and stress, as well as for the respiratory tract; helping with asthma, bronchitis, catarrh and sinusitis.It is very effective on skin and can relieve the itching of pruritus and helps with acne, dermatitis, congested skin and sore gums.Therapeutic Properties: Antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, cephalic, emmenagogue, insecticide, restorative and stimulant.Blends well with : Basil, Eucalyptus, Lavender, Rosemary and Jasmine.Summary : This oil can be effective for the digestive system, for the respiratory tract, for a tired mind and for skin problem. Spearmint is an ingredient in several mixed drinks, such as the mojito and mint julep. It is used as a flavoring for toothpaste and confectionery, and is sometimes added to shampoos and soaps. In herbalism, spearmint is steeped as tea for the treatment of stomach ache.Precautions : This oil is non-toxic, non-irritant and non-sensitizing.