Spearmint Essential Oil 60%
Mentha spicata
SKU: NNI-AI-E10323
Specifications
| CAS No. | 8008-79-5 |
|---|---|
| Method of Extraction | Steam Distillation |
| Origin | India |
| Constituents | L-carvone, Limonene |
| Specific Gravity | 0.971 @ 72°F |
| Optical Rotation | -47 |
| Flash Point | 59 °C |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol and oils |
Variety: Spearmint Oil 60%
Pristine Perfumes is widely acknowledged for offering 100% pure and therapeutic quality Spearmint oil. The steam-distilled oil is pure and concentrated in nature and shows excellent benefits to health, skin, and hair. Our enterprise is an established spearmint oil exporter in India.
Botany
Spearmint plants grow to a height of 100 cm in temperate regions that usually have wet soil. It belongs to the family of Lamiaceae. This is a rhizomatous plant that is perennial in nature. The stems and foliage vary from hairy to hairless. The underground rhizomes have leaves that have serrated margins. The flowering top is used to extract oil with the help of the steam distillation process.
Brief History & Historical Uses of Spearmint Essential Oil
The oil is obtained from the flower buds and leaves of the plant by spearmint oil manufacturers through steam distillation. It is a clear thin liquid that emits a fresh minty fruity aroma. It contains fewer menthol compounds. It offers top to middle notes with medium strength.
The origin of Spearmint essential oil is believed to be from the Mediterranean region. Initially, it was used by Greek people as an aphrodisiac. Ancient people also used the oil in their bath water because of its aromatic fragrance. Many herbalists and physicians had stated that the oil has many medicinal benefits such as it was used to treat sexually transmitted diseases. Additionally, this was used to provide relief from the common cold, respiratory problems, nausea, and in clearing the voice.
