sweet orange

[mentha spicata]

Description

A sweeter, milder cousin of pepper-mint, spearmint is on of the best essential oils to keep on hand for children's complaints. It stimulates the mind, and on skin it calms itchiness and helps heal dermatitis.

Plant Part

plant

Extraction

steam distillation

Aromatic Scent

sweet,warm,sensual,radiant,fresh,citrus,tangy

Primary Uses

colds, constipation, dull skin, flatulence, flu, gums, slow digestion, stress