Description
Peppermint is a fast growing perennial with herb with green stems and leaves and small white flowers. Peppermint is the main kind of mind used in Aromatherapy. We also sell Mitcham Peppermint, which is a slightly different variety and more reminiscent of the scent you will find in Mint Chocolates..
Characteristics
Minty top notes, which are bright and fresh. Hints of camphor and grass fill the undertones and the association with cool is evident in the scent.
Oils to Blend with
Peppermint can be used with many essential oil. Our favourite in a lot of blends is Lavender; two oils which would seem to contradict one another but instead work in absolutely synergy. As well as this Peppermint blends well with Benzoin, Cedarwood, Cypress, Mandarin, Marjoram, Niouli, Rosemary and Pine.
Latin Name
Mentha piperita
Plant Family
Labiate
Extraction Method
The essential oil is steam distilled from the flowering tops and leaves.
Chemical Constituents
Menthol (Alcohol), Methyl acetate (Ester), Carvone, Jasmone, Menthone (Ketones), Carvacrol (Phenol), Limonene, Phellandrene (Terpenes).
Thriving in marshy areas in Australia, this small tree is similar to Cypress. Tea Tree is one of the most useful essential oils and is a must for all enthusiasts and therapists. We only use 100% pure Australia Tea Tree, from Australia as this is the finest quality Tea Tree.
Description
Sage grows well in England and has been associated with wisdom and ancient remedies. A perennial herb that normally grows up to 60cm high with a wood base and lovely soft almost sparkling blue/grey/green oval leaves. The flowers are blue to violet. The Romans believed it to be a cure for virtually everything.
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