The Mentha piperita plant that is part of the Lamiaceae family, which was indigenous to Europe and the Middle East; however, it is now grown worldwide. Peppermint grows to be 30-90cm tall with smooth stems, square in cross section; leaves are dark green with reddish veins, and produces small purple flowers.

Peppermint (Supreme) is regarded as one of the oldest herbs used for medicinal purposes in Europe. However, other accounts would state it was used in Japanese and Chinese folk medicine. And yet others say that peppermint was found in several Egyptian Pyramids prior to 1000 B.C.

Botanical Name: Mentha piperita

Origin: India

Extraction Method: Steam Distillation

Plant Part: Herb

Aroma: Sharp & Minty

Note: T

Blending Factor: 1

Consistency: Thin

Color: Clear with a Yellow Tinge

Blends Well With: Basil, Bergamot, Cajeput, Cedarwood (Atlas or Himalayan), Eucalyptus (Globulus), Lemon, Lime, Mandarin (Green), Marjoram (Sweet), Pine, Rosemary, Spearmint, and Thyme (Red).

Main Constituents: Menthol, Menthone, Menthyl acetate

Kid Safe: May be used by children 10+

Pregnancy Safe: Yes, consult doctor

Breastfeeding Safe: Yes, consult doctor

Cat Safe: No 

Dog Safe: No

Sun Safe: Yes

Dilution Rate: 5%

Shelf Life: 4 years from the date of opening when kept under proper storage conditions

More Safety Info: Don't use this oil if you have cardiac fibrillation or G6PD deficiency. When used at rates higher than 5% this oil can cause burning sensations.