Peppermint

The Plant

Latin Name: Mentha Piperita

Plant part: Flowering Summit

Origin: France

Peppermint is a perennial of the Lamiaceae family, about 80 cm high, widespread in Europe and Asia, especially at low altitudes. Mint has always interested scientists thanks to its particular virtues. The Chinese praised the calming and antispasmodic properties of mints. Hippocrates considered them an aphrodisiac and Pliny appreciated their analgesic action.
Today, along with verbena and lime blossom, mint is one of the most popular herbal teas at the end of meals. All mints have more or less the same properties, and we use them in the form of Essential Oil or aromatic peppermint hydrolate to combat headaches, motion sickness and to aid digestion.

What are the benefits of Peppermint?

Peppermint is a staple of natural health with numerous health benefits. Highly appreciated for its scent, it is also valued for its effectiveness in relieving headaches and migraines. Thanks to its antispasmodic properties, peppermint helps to relax muscles and alleviate tension that can cause headaches.
Peppermint is also known for its virtues on the digestive sphere as it promotes better digestion by reducing bloating. Finally, peppermint is also effective in combating motion sickness by soothing the nausea and dizziness associated with travel.

Difficult digestion

Headache, Migraine

Migraine

Motion Sickness

Common questions

How to use Peppermint?

Known for its fresh, invigorating fragrance, Peppermint is commonly used in cooking to spice up dishes and cocktails.
In aromatherapy and phytotherapy, Peppermint is renowned for its calming and soothing effects, and is used in several ways:
-Essential Oil: Always diluted to avoid irritation, Peppermint Essential Oil is suitable for several uses:
1. cutaneous: Essential Oil can be applied to the skin to relieve headaches such as migraines, or to aid digestion;
2. orally: this oil can be diluted on a carrier for internal use. This method of use must be very short-lived and is reserved for adults;
3. by diffusion or inhalation: it promotes relaxation and helps create a soothing atmosphere, especially in the bedroom.
-Hydrolat : Milder than Essential Oil, Peppermint Hydrolat is used in the same way.
-Infusion: Alone or in a blend of herbs, Peppermint is an essential digestive infusion. Place a teaspoonful of peppermint in a teapot, then pour in simmering water. Steep for a few minutes before drinking.
- Mother tincture: Mint mother tincture is mainly used for its digestive virtues, but its use remains fairly rare.

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The Products

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