SPEARMINT ESSENTIAL OIL
A gentle mint essential oil traditionally valued for digestive comfort, respiratory support, and mental clarity.
About This Essential Oil
Spearmint Essential Oil is a refreshing yet gentle member of the mint family. Unlike Peppermint, Spearmint contains very little menthol, making it a milder option that is often preferred for children and those sensitive to stronger mint oils. Traditionally valued for digestive wellbeing, respiratory support, and mental clarity, Spearmint offers a sweet, uplifting aroma that refreshes both body and mind.
Botanical Information
Botanical Name: Mentha spicata
Family: Lamiaceae/Labiatae
Origin: Europe
Method of Extraction: Steam distilled from the flowering tops
Note: Top
Colour: Pale yellow to pale green
Aroma: Warm, herbaceous, minty, slightly sweeter than Peppermint
Key Benefits
• Traditionally supports digestive comfort
• Helps refresh and clear the mind
• Traditionally valued for respiratory wellbeing
• Gentle alternative to Peppermint
• Refreshing and uplifting aroma
• Popular for oral hygiene and fresh breath
History
Spearmint shares many similarities with Peppermint but is considerably milder due to its lower menthol content. The ancient Greeks used Spearmint in bath water as both a tonic and fragrance. Historically it gained a reputation for supporting reproductive health and was also used extensively for oral hygiene, helping to freshen breath, soothe sore gums, and whiten teeth.
Today Spearmint remains a popular essential oil for digestive support, respiratory wellbeing, and mental refreshment.
Main Chemical Components
• 55% Ketones
• 22% Alcohols
Properties
• Antiseptic
• Antispasmodic
• Carminative
• Cephalic
• Emmenagogue
• Insecticide
• Restorative
• Stimulant
Traditional Uses
• Skin – Traditionally used for itching (pruritus), sores, scabs, acne, dermatitis, and congested skin.
• Nervous System – Traditionally valued for fatigue, headaches, migraines, stress, mental strain, and mental exhaustion.
• Digestive System – Traditionally used for vomiting, hiccups, flatulence, constipation, diarrhoea, travel sickness, morning sickness, and sea sickness. Traditionally valued for stimulating digestion and appetite.
• Urinary System – Traditionally used for cystitis and kidney stones.
• Reproductive System – Traditionally valued for easing overproduction of breast milk, supporting breast comfort, easing heavy menstrual flow, and promoting labour during childbirth.
• Respiratory System – Traditionally used for catarrhal conditions, sinus congestion, asthma, and respiratory congestion.
• Oral Care – Traditionally valued for bad breath, sore gums, and oral hygiene.
Psychological & Emotional Uses
• Stimulating and uplifting
• Refreshes the mind
• Encourages mental clarity
• Helps relieve mental fatigue
• Traditionally valued for emotional cleansing and renewal
Blends Well With
Eucalyptus, Basil, Grapefruit, and Rosemary.
Health & Safety
• May irritate sensitive skin.
• May negate homeopathic remedies.
• Always dilute appropriately before topical use.
• For external use only.
• Avoid contact with eyes and sensitive areas.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Store below 25°C away from direct sunlight.
