Peppermint Pure Essential Oil by Poya - 10 ml 

Botanical name: Mentha piperita

Main constituents:

L- Menthol: 30 - 55% 
L - Menthone: 14 - 32% 
Methyl Acetate: 2.8 - 10% 
Iso - Menthone: 1.5 - 10% 
Mentha Furan: 1 - 9% 
L - Limonene: 1 - 5%

Country of origin: India

• Cooling sensation
• Alertness and stamina
• Menthol pain relief

Product description:

The aroma of Peppermint Oil is familiar to most - potent, fresh and minty that produces a cooling and refreshing sensation. A favorite around Christmas and the holidays, it is well - known for its refreshing and revitalizing properties

This refreshing garden herb has been used as a flavoring agent and medicinal home remedy for centuries. It's thin, usually colorless or pale yellow steam-distilled oil has been produced for commercial use in North America since the 1700's, where half of the world's mint continues to be grown.

The Peppermint leaves contain menthol which induces a cooling sensation and use of Peppermint Oil in a body mist or in a diffuser could cool you down. It is a well-known fact that menthol helps ease tension headaches, muscular aches, and pains. Emotionally, Peppermint Oil is known to be stimulating and is a good choice for blends intended to enhance alertness and stamina.

Product Attributes:

• Certified Pure
• Certified Vegan and Kosher
• Cruelty-Free
• 100% Pure
• Store in a cool, dark, dry area
• Made in Canada

How to Use Essential Oils in Therapy

1. JOINING MIND & BODY BY SCENT TO BETTER PREPARE PATIENTS FOR THERAPY 

Add a few drops of essential oil into a toonie size amount of carrier oil. Rub together in your hands . Cup your hands in front of your patient’s nose.  Ask them to take 3 deep breaths through their nose. 

2. AMPING UP A FULL BODY MASSAGE 

Many essential oils have been used in holistic medicine for centuries due to their inherent properties.  Add 10-12 drops to 1/4 cup/60 ml of any Poya Gel, Lotion or Massage oil to a create custom massage formula based on you patient’s needs.

See Poya Massage products

3. ENHANCE YOUR SPOT TREATMENTS 

If you do not have an unscented oil, lotion or gel to work with, you can add 3 - 5% of the oil directly to a carrier oil. This amounts to about the same proportions as #1. 

• Carrier Oils

Many of Poya's Spa muds and scrubs can also be used with essential oils.

Cautions:

• For external use only
• Dilute before use
• May cause skin irritation in some individuals; a skin test prior to use is recommended
• Avoid contact with eyes