Botanical Name: Mentha spicata Plant Part: Leaves and stems Method of Extraction: Steam distilled Origin: India Color: Clear to pale yellow Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Top Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong Aromatic Scent: Spearmint essential oil has a characteristic minty scent, similar to peppermint but sweeter. Blends Well With: Basil, Cypress, Eucalyptus, Geranium, Juniper, Lavender, Marjoram, Niaouli, Pine, Ravensara, Rosemary, Tea Tree Safety Information: Avoid Spearmint essential oil in cardiac, fibrillation, epilepsy, and fever. It is also a mucous membrane irritant and neurotoxin (toxic to the nerves). Do not take any essential oils internally without consultation from a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using. Do not apply undiluted essential oils, absolutes, CO2s or other concentrated essences onto the skin. If you are pregnant, epileptic, have liver damage, have cancer, or have any other medical problem, use essential oils only under the proper guidance of a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. Use extreme caution when using oils with children and give children only the gentlest oils at extremely low doses. It is safest to consult a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils with children. A skin patch test should be conducted prior to using an essential oil that you have never used before. *Note: These statements have not been approved by the FDA. We do not claim that this will cure, treat, or prevent any diseases or ailments. For more information and studies on essential oils, please visit www.aromaticscience.com
