Spearmint
Spearmint is a perennial plant that grows 30cm‚ 1 metre tall and flourishes in temperate climates. It is widely used in gums, candies, and dental products for its minty taste. Its sweet, refreshing and cleansing aroma promotes a fresh and invigorating atmosphere when diffused. In cooking, Spearmint is frequently used in salads, drinks, and desserts, but it can also be used in homemade salad dressings and to marinate meats.
USES
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- Diffuse for an uplifting aroma. Blends well with Eucalyptus, Cedarwood and Tangerine essential oils.
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- Add a drop or two to flavour any salad, meal, dessert or drink.
Directions for Use
Diffusion: Use three to four drops in the diffuser of choice.
Food flavour use: Add 1 or 2 drops to food.
MORE INFORMATION
Primary Benefits
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- Diffuse for an uplifting aroma.
Aromatic Description
Sweet, minty, fresh
Collection Method
Steam distillation
Plant Part
Plant
Main Constituents
Carvone, limonene
Cautions
Keep out of reach of children. Possible skin sensitivity. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctors care, consult your physician.