Organic essential oil PEPPERMINT is obtained by steam distillation of peppermint leaves – Mentha piperita. It comes into Amon & Anis bottles from organic plantations in India. This essential oil is certified organic & food grade – Bio Aroma.
It often grows in home gardens and reminds the surrounding area of itself with a sharp minty scent. The essential oil has an even stronger and more refreshing scent than the fresh plant. It opens up the sinuses and helps the respiratory tract so that we can breathe again deeply. That is why it is extensively used for inhalations and in the diffuser. It clarifies and refreshes our thoughts and can help drive away headaches, while giving us a feeling of fresh start. A massage with added peppermint essential oil has a beneficial effect on aching muscles and joints. It also soothes insect bites and refreshes us in the summer. Its versatility also extends to cooking, where it is used to flavor chocolate and chocolate toppings, cakes, refreshing drinks or herbal syrups and candies. In addition to its popular aroma, it is also an excellent digestive aid.
A photograph of peppermint from an organic plantation in India.
inhalation · culinary use · digestion
SCENT: fresh, minty, sharp
– REFRESHES, ACTIVATES –
LATIN NAME: Mentha piperita
ORIGIN: India
COLOUR: transparent to pale yellow
EXTRACTION: steam distillation of leaves and flowers
MAIN COMPONENTS: Menthol, Menthone, Eucalyptol
ORGANIC CERTIFICATION: Certified organic & food grade – bio aroma. Certified by Institute KON-CERT Maribor, Slovenia (SI-EKO-001). 100% natural, 100% organic, 100% pure essential oil.
VEGAN CERTIFICATION: Vegan, animal friendly. Certified by The Vegan Society (UK) and Associaton for protection of animals (PETA).
PACKAGING: Packed in exquisite MIRON violet glass, which preserves the freshness and biophotonic energy of each essential oil. For safety concerns of the youngest, a child safety cap is mounted on each bottle.
Scent selection by Amon, mandala illustration by Anis.
Organic & food grade essential oils can be used for different purposes: culinary use, aromatherapy, naturopathy, cosmetics or household use. The purpose of use depends on the aroma, taste, how it affects the mood and the active ingredients in the essential oil. Some essential oils contain naturally occuring toxic components, and can be used only in safe concentrations and not for all purposes.
– CULINARY USE –
We can use food-grade essential oils to flavor drinks, syrups, cakes, pies, cookies, dough, chocolate, candies, compotes, jams, fillings, spreads, sauces, salad dressings, and flavored oils.
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Essential oils are not food, but highly concentrated plant essences that MUST BE DILUTED ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS before use!
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Essential oils mixed in food should be used with caution and in moderation.
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Essential oils in cooking are intended for occasional and not daily use.
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ESSENTIAL OILS IN FOOD ARE NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN, PREGNANT WOMEN AND NURSING MOTHERS.
*ESSENTIAL OIL SHOULD BE FIRST MIXED IN 5 ML OF OIL, SYRUP, HONEY OR MILK, THEN THE MIXTURE SHOULD BE ADDED TO THE DRINK OR FOOD AT THE END OF PREPARATION
| • DRINK: 1 drop EO Peppermint in mixture* to 1 litre of water, tea or juice |
| • SYRUP, CANDY: 30 drops EO Peppermint directly to 1 litre of syrup (sugar, agave, rice, etc.) |
| • CHOCOLATE: 3 drops EO Peppermint directly to 100 g of butter (cacao, coconut) |
| • SWEET DOUGH: 3 drops EO Peppermint in mixture* to 0,5 kg of dough |
| • FRUIT JAM, FILLING: 3 drops EO Peppermint in mixture* to 1 kg of liquid food |
| • SAUCE, SPREAD, SALAD DRESSING: 1 drop EO Peppermint in mixture* to 1 kg of liquid food |
| • AROMATISED OIL: 20 drops EO Peppermint directly to 1 litre of olive oil |
– AROMATHERAPY –
Essential oils can be used to improve our overall well-being. We can evaporate them into a space with a diffuser or use them for inhalations or baths.
| • DIFFUSER: 3-5 drops EO Peppermint to 100 ml water CHILDREN 3-6 YEARS: 2-3 drops EO Peppermint to 100 ml water / 30-60 min NOT FOR CHILDREN UNDER 3 YEARS, PREGNANT AND NURSING MOTHERS. |
| • INHALATION: 1-2 drops EO Peppermint to 200 ml hot water (inhalator) NOT FOR CHILDREN UNDER 12 YEARS. |
| • BATH: 5 drops EO Peppermint to 200 g of sodium bicarbonate or epsom salt NOT FOR CHILDREN UNDER 12 YEARS. |
– COSMETICS –
Essential oils have beneficial effects for the skin. We mix them into creams, balms, oils, etc. Because of their beautiful scent, they are used to scent soaps, shampoos and perfumes.
| • MASSAGE: 10 drops EO Peppermint to 15 ml of base oil (olive, sesame, argan, jojoba, etc.) CHILDREN 3-6 YEARS, SENSITIVE SKIN: 2-4 drops EO Peppermint to 15 ml of base oil CHILDREN 6-12 YEARS: 4-6 drops EO Peppermint to 15 ml of base oil NOT FOR CHILDREN UNDER 3 YEARS, PREGNANT AND NURSING MOTHERS. |
| • PERFUME: 3-5 drops EO Peppermint to 5 ml of base oil or alcohol NOT FOR CHILDREN UNDER 6 YEARS AND SENSITIVE SKIN. |
We recommend the base oil to be unrefined, cold pressed and of organic quality. The best and most common choice are jojoba, olive, sesame, almond or coconut oil.
– HOUSEHOLD –
Besides the pleasant aroma, many essential oils also have antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal properties, which is why they are added to cleaning products, detergents, for laundry and air fresheners.
| • CLEANSING AGENT: 10 drops EO Peppermint to 100 ml of vinegar / alcohol and 100 ml water |
| • LAUNDRY: 10 drops EO Peppermint to 100 ml of vinegar |
Legend: EO = essential oil
Source: Tisserand, R. in Young, R. (2014, second edition). Essential Oil Safety, A Guide for Health Care Professionals. Churchill Livingstone Elsevier.
GC/MS ANALYSIS:
ORGANIC CERTIFICATE:
nr. EPR-21824/24
nr. EPR-21824/25
– SAFETY WARNINGS FOR ESSENTIAL OIL PEPPERMINT –
| NOT FOR CHILDREN UNDER 3 YEARS, PREGNANT AND NURSING MOTHERS. DO NOT USE NEAR THE FACE OF CHILDREN. AVOID WITH ASTHMA AND HEART DISEASE. |
– GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS –
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HIGHLY CONCENTRATED. ALWAYS DILUTE BEFORE USE.
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USE CAUTIOUSLY, IN MODERATION
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AVOID CONTACT WITH EYES, EAR CANAL AND MUCOUS MEMBRANES.
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KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
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PERSONS WITH SENSITIVE SKIN OR ALLERIES SHOULD TAKE EXTRA CAUTION BEFORE USING ESSENTIAL OILS. IN CASE OF SENSITIVITY DISCONTINUE USE.
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CONSULT A QUALIFIED PRACTITIONER OR DOCTOR BEFORE USING ESSENTIAL OILS: WITH CHILDREN, ELDERLY PERSONS, IN TIME OF PREGNANCY OR BREASTFEEDING, IN CULINARY USE, ORAL USE WITH (CHRONIC) ILLNESS OR WHEN USING MEDICAL DRUGS.
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IN CASE OF IMPROPER INGESTION IMMEDIATELY CONSULT A DOCTOR.
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THE INFORMATION ON ESSENTIAL OILS ON THIS WEBSITE IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. IN NO EVENT SHOULD IT REPLACE A MEDICAL OPINION AND CANNOT BE THE BASIS FOR MAKING HEALTH-RELATED DECISIONS. ONLY A DOCTOR IS COMPETENT TO DIAGNOSE AND IMPLEMENT HEALTH THERAPIES AND PRESCRIBE MEDICINES. BOHDEI D.O.O. ASSUMES NO LIABILITY IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT OR INJURY TO ANYONE WHO PRACTICES SELF-TREATMENT BASED ON THE INFORMATION ON THIS WEBSITE.
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ESSENTIAL OILS (BIO AROMAS) DO NOT REPLACE A BALANCED NUTRITION, ACTIVE AND HEALTHY LIFESTYLE.
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STORE IN A COOL, DARK PLACE.
