Peppermint Oil

Category: Essential Oil, Fragrance

Brief Description: An essential oil derived from the peppermint plant, known for its refreshing aroma and cooling sensation on the skin.

Benefits: Provides a cooling sensation, soothes irritation, and provides a refreshing scent to cosmetic formulations.

Skin Type Suitability/Concerns: Suitable for most skin types, but can cause irritation, especially in sensitive or broken skin.

Target Audience: Individuals seeking invigorating, cooling skincare products.

Chemical Composition: Primarily composed of menthol and menthone.

Physical Aspect: A clear to pale yellow oil with a strong minty aroma.

Compatibility: Mixes well with other essential oils and cosmetic ingredients, but can react with some plastics and other materials.

Concentration: Used in small amounts due to its potency. Should be diluted before use on skin.

Side Effects/Adverse Reactions: Can cause skin irritation, especially in high concentrations or in individuals with sensitive skin. Can be toxic if ingested in large amounts.

Regulatory Status: Generally recognized as safe for cosmetic use, but concentration restrictions apply due to the risk of skin irritation.

Sustainability/Ethical Considerations: Peppermint is a renewable resource, but overharvesting and habitat destruction can be concerns. Ethical sourcing practices should ensure sustainable cultivation and harvesting.

• Peppermint Essential Oil
• Varieties based on the strain of the plant, such as Mentha piperita and Mentha arvensis.