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Spearmint Essential Oil Botanical Name: Mentha spicata Common Method Of Extraction: Steam distilled Parts Used: Flowering tops Note Classification: Middle Aroma: Warm, spicy-herbaceous, minty Largest Producing Countries: USA, Hungary, Spain, Russia, and China Traditional Use: Used as a fragrance component, mainly in soaps and colognes. Used primarily as a flavor ingredient in a wide range of product, including toothpaste, chewing gum, confectionery, alcoholic and soft drinks. Properties: Anesthetic (local), antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, carminative, cephalic, cholagogue, decongestant, digestive, diuretic, expectorant, febrifuge, hepatic, nervine, stimulant, stomachic, and tonic. Benefits: Acne, asthma, bronchitis, catarrhal conditions, colds, colic, congested skin, dermatitis, dyspepsia, fatigue, fevers, flatulence, flu, headache, hepatobiliary disorders, migraine, nausea, nervous strain, neurasthenia, sinusitis, stress, and vomiting. Blends Well With: Basil, eucalyptus, jasmine, lavandin, lavender, peppermint, and rosemary. Of Interest: Not compatible with homeopathic treatment. The properties of spearmint oil resemble those of peppermint but its effects are less powerful…it is better adapted to children’s maladies then peppermint. Safety Data: Generally non-toxic, non-irritant, and non-sensitizing. There have been a few reported incidents of people reacting to it when used externally so use caution.   Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only, it is not intended to treat, cure, prevent or, diagnose any disease or condition. Nor is it intended to prescribe in any way. This information is for educational purposes only and may not complete, nor may its data be accurate. As with all essential oils, never use them undiluted. Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Keep away from children. If applying an essential oil to your skin always perform a small patch test to an insensitive part of the body (after you have properly diluted the oil in an appropriate carrier.   View Cart/Check Out Privacy Policy   |   Return Policy   |  Ordering Information   |  International Orders   |  Quality Control Products Index     |    A Modern Herbal     |    Botanical.com Copyright © 2000-2008 Botanical.com customerservice@mountainroseherbs.com