Peppermint Essential Oil Bathala Scents

Botanical Name: Mentha arvensis

 A top note with a strong aroma, Peppermint has a sharp, penetrating scent based on its high menthol content. The minty sweetness of the vapor makes it one of the most popular Essential Oils. Also known as Corn Mint, there are several species of the mentha arvensis, a perennial herb that can grow to 3 feet in height. It has hairy leaves with serrated edges and spiked purple flowers, and spreads by way of its underground runners. It is one of the oldest documented medicinal herbs. Peppermint Japanese is known for its high menthol content, and menthol crystals sometimes form right on the leaves. Peppermint's name has its roots in Greek mythology. Hades, god of the dead, pursued the beautiful nymphe, Minthe. Hades' wife, Persephone, became jealous and turned Minthe into a small and insignificant plant on which to be trampled. Pluto could not undo the transformation, but ensured that Minthe would always be loved for her fragrant aroma. Peppermint is used as a flavouring agent in the food industry, and in soaps, candles and toiletries.

Plant Part: Herb

Origin: India

Processing Method: Steam Distilled

Description / Color / Consistency: A thin, colorless to pale yellow liquid.

Note: Because of the very high menthol content of this oil, it may crystalize. If so, we would recommend placing the bottle in a very hot water bath, and changing the water frequently until it is back to its liquid state, then gently agitate before use.

Cautions: Dilute very well before use; for external use only. May cause skin irritation in some individuals; a skin test is recommended prior to use. Contact with eyes should be avoided.

Peppermint Essential Oil – Herbalist-Inspired Cosmetic Profile

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Herbalist Insight / Traditional Benefits

These points reflect traditional herbalist appreciation and sensory experience only. No medical or therapeutic claims are made.

• Traditionally valued for its crisp, cooling aroma that brings a refreshing lift to fragrance blends.
  
• Appreciated for its bright, minty sharpness, often used to create invigorating and awakening aromatic spaces.
  
• Known for its clean, clarifying scent, giving room sprays and diffusers a distinctly fresh, airy character.
  
• Celebrated in herbal tradition for its aroma’s ability to inspire a sense of mental brightness during scent-focused rituals.
  
• Loved for its cooling, menthol-forward profile, making it a popular choice in cosmetic applications like balms and body oils.
  
• Admired for its environmentally refreshing qualities, helping to create a crisp and deodorized atmosphere purely through fragrance.
  

Aroma & Sensory Profile

Peppermint Essential Oil carries a cool, minty, and sharply refreshing aroma, dominated by bright menthol notes. Its scent feels awakening, airy, and energizing, adding an instantly fresh sensation to any cosmetic or home fragrance blend.

Traditional Herbalist Perspective

Herbalists have long associated peppermint with clarity, renewal, and sharpness of mind purely in the sensory and aromatic sense. Traditionally, mint leaves and oils were incorporated into perfumes, aromatic waters, and scented rituals to create an atmosphere of brightness and cleanliness.

Botanical Notes & Plant Compounds (Optional)

Aromatic compounds characteristic of peppermint include:

• Menthol – contributes to its intensely cool, refreshing aroma
  
• Menthone – adds depth and crispness
  
• 1,8-Cineole – enhances its clean, airy sharpness
  
  

These influence fragrance and do not imply therapeutic effects.

Aromatic Applications

Peppermint Essential Oil adds vibrancy to many cosmetic and fragrance uses, including:

• Diffusers for refreshing indoor ambiance
  
• Room and linen sprays with a cool, airy uplift
  
• Body oils and balms for a refreshing sensory experience
  
• Cosmetic creations like soaps, bath products, scrubs, and roll-ons
  
• Home fragrance blends such as candles and potpourri
  

Its bright, minty clarity helps create an environment that feels freshened, deodorized, and energetically uplifting through aroma alone.

Environmental Freshening & Sensory Effects

The cooling, menthol-rich scent of peppermint offers a naturally revitalizing and crisp presence in indoor spaces. It helps cultivate an atmosphere that feels purified and refreshed simply through its aromatic qualities.

Important Note

This essential oil is used solely for fragrance and does not claim to treat, cure, or prevent any health condition.