Botanical Name: Mentha spicata
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Description: Spearmint is a native of the Mediterranean area. A hardy
perennial herb, Spearmint reaches about 1 meter (3 feet) in height. It has
characteristic lance-shaped leaves with pink or lilac-colored flowers.
Common Uses: Aroma therapists claim the therapeutic properties of Spearmint
Essential Oil are: as a local/topical anesthetic, antispasmodic, astringent,
carminative, decongestant, digestive, diuretic, expectorant, stimulant and
restorative. It is also believed to be an uplifting oil, great for alleviating
fatigue and depression.
Aromatic Scent: Spearmint Essential Oil has a fresh minty smell reminiscent of
Peppermint. The major difference is that Spearmint oil is sweeter, and not
quite as harsh.
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