If Peppermint essential oil must absolutely be used locally, hydrosol is on the other hand much easier to use. It brings all its freshness in the summer period and retains the digestive and analgesic properties of the plant to relieve all the little daily pains, but also to tone your legs or your complexion. Latin name: Mentha piperita L. var piperita. Distilled part: tops
This article was updated on 06/01/2023Who can use it?
Due to the presence of terpene ketones (menthone), this hydrosol should not be used by pregnant and lactating women as well as children under 3 years old.
Main properties
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digestive :
menthol is antispasmodic, it acts on the digestive system by reducing muscle spasms responsible for nausea, bloating and travel sickness. Hydrosol also helps reduce intestinal gas.
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refreshing :
like the plant from which it comes, Peppermint hydrosol is very refreshing. It helps fight against hot flashes and soothes sun burns. It also regulates excessive sweating. It is therefore essential in summer!
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circulatory :
peppermint hydrosol stimulates venous and lymphatic circulation. It helps fight circulation problems such as varicose veins, heavy legs or hemorrhoids.
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analgesic :
peppermint hydrosol soothes itching caused by chickenpox bites or spots, for example. Its analgesic action also allows it to relieve burns, migraines or shingles.
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astringent, purifying :
in case of problem skin, Peppermint is the most suitable hydrosol. It purifies oily and acne-prone skin, calms inflamed spots and tightens pores.
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skin tonic :
by stimulating blood circulation, Peppermint hydrosol allows better irrigation of the skin, and restores radiance.
For Refresh
Efficiency: ++++
Simple use
From 3 years. Through the skin, put 2 tablespoons in 1.5L of water, to spray on the body.
For the Bad breath
Efficiency: ++++
Simple use
From 3 years. Orally, take 1 teaspoon in a glass of water as a mouthwash after meals or as a spray in the mouth.
Use in synergy
From 3 years. Orally, mix in a glass of water, to use as a gargle:
- 1 teaspoon of Peppermint hydrosol
- 1 teaspoon of Noble Laurel hydrosol
Source: Falcon M. (2018). Treatise on scientific and medical aromatherapy: hydrosols. Blood of the Earth.
In case of Migraine
Efficiency: ++++
Simple use
From 3 years. Through the skin, as a compress on the forehead or as a spray on the temples and forehead.
Use in synergy
From 3 years. Through the skin, apply to the forehead and temples, as a compress:
- 1 volume of Peppermint hydrosol
- 1 volume of Noble Chamomile hydrosol
Source: Falcon M. (2018). Treatise on scientific and medical aromatherapy: hydrosols. Blood of the Earth.
Against the Shingles
Efficiency: ++++
Simple use
From 3 years. Dermal, spray Peppermint hydrosol, or soak a compress to apply to the affected area.
Use in synergy
From 3 years. Dermal, spray the mixture several times a day and apply essential oils as a basic treatment:
- 50 mL of Peppermint hydrosol
- 50 mL of Camomile Camomile hydrosol
Source: Zahalka, JP (2017). Complete dictionary of hydrosols and floral waters: 100 pathologies treated. -: Dolphin.
In case of Nausea, Bloating, Difficult digestion, Digestive problems
Efficiency: +++
Simple use
From 3 years. Orally, drink 1 teaspoon of Peppermint hydrosol in a glass of water, after the main meals.
Use in synergy
From 3 years. Orally, drink in a glass of water, before meals or in case of painful bloating:
- 1 teaspoon of Peppermint hydrosol
- 1 teaspoon of Basil hydrosol
Source: Falcon M. (2018). Treatise on scientific and medical aromatherapy: hydrosols. Blood of the Earth.
Against the Eczema, Urticaria
Efficiency: +++
Simple use
From 3 years. Through the skin, spray Peppermint hydrosol, or soak a compress to apply to the affected area.
Use in synergy
From 3 years. Through the skin, apply as a compress or spray to the affected area 2 to 3 times a day:
- 2 tablespoons of Peppermint hydrosol
- 2 tablespoons of Yarrow hydrosol
- 2 tablespoons of Lavender Officinale hydrosol
Source: Zahalka, JP (2017). Complete dictionary of hydrosols and floral waters: 100 pathologies treated. -: Dolphin.
Against the Acne, Oily skin
Efficiency: +++
Simple use
From 3 years. Through the skin, spray Peppermint hydrosol on the face, or soak a compress to apply to the affected area.
To fight against Hot flashes, Sweating
Efficiency: +++
Simple use
From 3 years. Through the skin, spray the hydrosol directly on the skin.
Use in synergy
From 3 years. Apply the following mixture under the armpits after washing and at the same time dilute the mixture in a glass of water to drink after the main meals, or even before bedtime.
- 1 volume of Peppermint hydrosol
- 1 volume of Officinal Sage hydrosol
Source: Falcon M. (2018). Treatise on scientific and medical aromatherapy: hydrosols. Blood of the Earth.
In case of Varicose veins, heavy legs
Efficiency: +++
Simple use
From 3 years. Through the skin, sprayed on the affected areas or soaked in a compress.
Use in synergy
From 3 years. Add 2 tablespoons of the mixture to 1 L of water to drink during the day, 3 weeks per month. At the same time, pour the mixture into a spray bottle to keep cool and spray on the legs several times a day.
- 200 mL of Witch Hazel hydrosol
- 200 mL of Cypress hydrosol
- 100 mL of Camomile Camomile hydrosol
- 100 mL of Peppermint hydrosol
Source: Zahalka, JP (2017). Complete dictionary of hydrosols and floral waters. Dolphin.
For' Oral hygiene
Efficiency: +++
Simple use
From 3 years. Orally, take 1 teaspoon in a glass of water as a mouthwash after meals or as a spray in the mouth.
Use in synergy
From 3 years. Orally, mix in a glass of water, to use as a gargle:
- 100 mL of Peppermint hydrosol
- 100 mL of Noble Laurel hydrosol
- 100 mL of Sage hydrosol
Source: Zahalka, JP (2017). Complete dictionary of hydrosols and floral waters. Dolphin.
For the Dull skin
Efficiency: ++
Simple use
From 3 years. Through the skin, spray the Peppermint hydrosol on the face.
Use in synergy
From 3 years. Through the skin, spray on the face in the morning:
- 1 volume of Peppermint hydrosol
- 1 volume of Lemon Verbena hydrosol
Source: Falcon M. (2018). Treatise on scientific and medical aromatherapy: hydrosols. Blood of the Earth.
In case of Cirrhosis
Efficiency: ++
Simple use
For adults and adolescents. Orally, take 1 tablespoon per day for 3 to 7 days then 2 tablespoons for 2 weeks.
Characteristics and composition
Cosmetic features
- Hair type: oily, irritated scalp.
- Skin type: irritated, oily, acne-prone, dull, combination.
Main molecules
- menthol
- menthone
- isomenthone
Organoleptic characteristics
- Appearance: mobile liquid
- Color: colorless to whitish
- Odor: fresh, minty.
- Taste: strong, fresh, minty.
- PH: 4.5 to 6.3
Botanical characteristics
- Latin name: Mentha piperita L.
- Botanical family: Lamiaceae
- Distilled part: tops
- Country of origin: Metropolitan France.
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