Spearmint is the gentler, sweeter face of the mint family — fresh, herbaceous, and surprisingly versatile in both aromatherapy and the kitchen.

🌿 Gentler than peppermint — Mentha spicata delivers the same refreshing minty character without the intensity of menthol, making it the go-to choice for children, sensitive individuals, and everyday use where peppermint feels too sharp.

🧠 Mind-clearing & energizing — diffused or inhaled, it helps lift mental fatigue, sharpen focus and concentration, and restore a sense of energy and vitality — a reliable companion for demanding days.

🫁 Digestive & antispasmodic — carminative and antispasmodic by nature, it eases bloating, intestinal cramps, nausea, and travel sickness; also supportive for the respiratory tract and oral hygiene.

✨ Uplifting & nerve-balancing — its light, sweet-minty scent has a soothing, mood-boosting quality that calms without sedating — refreshing for the mind, toning for the body.

🍽️ Food-grade & culinary — fully food-safe and a natural fit for teas, desserts, sauces, and fresh drinks; adds a clean, sweet mint note without bitterness.

🌱 Certified organic · Made in France — 100% pure and natural, certified organic and natural by Nature & Progrès, developed and made in Loiret, France.

Organic Spearmint (Mentha spicata) essential oil is made up of a handful of naturally occurring molecules — each with its own role. Here are the ones that matter most for how this oil works and feels.

Organic Carvone (from Mentha spicata)

The defining molecule of spearmint — making up 60–70% of the oil. It gives spearmint its characteristic sweet, fresh mint scent, distinctly softer than peppermint.

• Eases digestive discomfort — bloating, nausea, and sluggish digestion — when inhaled or applied diluted on the abdomen
• Calms nervous tension and mild headaches without overstimulating
• Gentler than menthol-heavy oils — suitable for sensitive individuals and children (always diluted)
• Antimicrobial properties help keep surfaces and air fresh when diffused

Natural Limonene (from Mentha spicata)

A bright, citrus-like terpene naturally present in spearmint oil. It contributes to the oil's uplifting, fresh character.

• Supports a positive mood and mental clarity when diffused or inhaled
• Antioxidant activity helps protect cells from everyday oxidative stress
• Contributes to the oil's cleansing and purifying effect on the scalp when used diluted

Natural Linalool (from Mentha spicata)

A naturally occurring floral-woody alcohol found across many aromatic plants. In spearmint oil, it adds a soft, rounded quality to the scent.

• Well-documented calming effect on the nervous system — helps ease stress and anxiety when inhaled
• Supports restful sleep when diffused in the evening
• Anti-inflammatory properties contribute to soothing scalp irritation when applied diluted

Natural Menthol (from Mentha spicata)

Present in small amounts in spearmint — much less than in peppermint. This is what makes spearmint refreshing without the intense cold sensation.

• Creates a gentle cooling sensation on the skin and scalp — stimulating without being harsh
• Boosts scalp microcirculation when diluted in a carrier oil — supports a healthy scalp environment
• Helps regulate excess sebum, leaving hair feeling clean and refreshed

Natural Geraniol (from Mentha spicata)

A naturally occurring terpene alcohol with a delicate rose-like note. Present in trace amounts, it rounds out the scent profile of spearmint oil.

• Antimicrobial properties support air purification when diffused
• Antioxidant activity contributes to the oil's overall protective profile
• Adds a subtle floral softness that balances the sharpness of carvone

👥 Target Group

Adults · Teenagers · Mature adults · Children aged 6 and over.

⚠️ Not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women. Not suitable for children under 6 years old. Avoid use around the face of young children.

💡 Usage Recommendations

Skin Application — Dilute 1% to 5% in a carrier oil (e.g. sweet almond, jojoba) before applying to the skin. Apply to the temples, nape of the neck, or solar plexus to ease tension, refresh the body, or support mental clarity.

Massage — Blend 2–3% in a carrier oil and massage into the abdomen in circular motions to support digestion and ease bloating, or along the legs and lower back to relieve physical fatigue and muscle tension.

Capillary — Add 1–2% to your shampoo, conditioner, or scalp serum to help regulate sebum production, purify the scalp, and stimulate hair growth. Particularly suited to oily or combination hair.

Inhalation — Pour 3 to 5 drops into a bowl of hot water. Inhale the steam for 5 to 10 minutes with a towel over your head to clear the airways, ease respiratory discomfort, and revitalize the mind.

Diffusion — Diffuse 4 to 6 drops to purify and refresh the air, boost concentration, and create an invigorating atmosphere. Pairs well with citrus oils (lemon, sweet orange) or true lavender for a balanced blend.

Bath — Blend 5 to 8 drops in a neutral bath base or full-fat milk before adding to the bath. Promotes relaxation, soothes muscle tension, and leaves a fresh, cooling sensation on the skin.

Cosmetic Ingredient — Incorporate into homemade creams, serums, shampoos, or eau de toilette at 0.5–2%. Can also be used to naturally scent laundry detergent or household cleaning products.

Food — Food-grade use only. Add 1 drop to a spoonful of honey, vegetable oil, or neutral syrup before incorporating into recipes, herbal teas, or oral hygiene preparations. Never ingest undiluted or without professional guidance.

🌿 Skincare Goals

Toning · Stimulating · Revitalizing · Soothing

💇 Haircare Goals

Sebum-regulator · Purifying · Tonic

🧠 Mental Goals

Aromatic Trip · Energy/vitality · Memory / concentration / focus · Mental Fatigue · Soothing · Uplifting / mood boost

🎯 Other Goals

Physical Fatigue · Digestion · Respiratory · Air sanitizing/refreshing · Oral hygiene · Travel sickness

✅ Recommended Uses

Skin application · Massage · Capillary · Inhalation · Diffusion · Bath · Cosmetic ingredient · Food

❌ Not Recommended

Undiluted skin application · Ingestion without professional guidance · Use near the face of children under 6 · Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding

🫀 Body Areas

All Body · Hair · Scalp · Nervous System & Mind · Digestive System · Respiratory System

🧴 Skin Types

Oily · Normal · Combination · Acne-prone

🪮 Hair Types

Oily · Normal · Combination (oily roots, dry tips) · All

⚠️ Read the "Precautions" section carefully before use.

• 100% of total ingredients are of natural origin · 100% from organic farming — free of petrochemicals · synthetic preservatives · any chemical treatment.
• Therapy-grade · food-grade.
• Obtained by steam distillation of Mentha spicata leaf tips — a single-ingredient, unadulterated essential oil.
• Certified organic and natural by Nature & Progrès · vegan · cruelty-free.
• Made in Loiret, France.

🧪 INCI

• MENTHA SPICATA OIL*.

🌿 Botanical characteristics

• Botanical name: Mentha spicata L.
• Other names: Spearmint, garden mint, common mint, lamb mint, mackerel mint.
• Botanical family: Lamiaceae.
• Part of the plant: Leaves.
• Extraction method: Steam distillation.
• Origin: Loiret, France.
• Cultivation: Product from organic farming.
• Status: Therapy-grade, Food-grade.

⚗️ Active Ingredients*

• Limonene.
• Linalool.
• Citral.
• Geraniol.
• Eugenol.
• Menthol.

*From organic farming.

🌿 Allergens***

• LIMONENE.
• LINALOOL.
• CITRAL.
• GERANIOL.
• EUGENOL.
• MENTHOL.

***Potential Allergens (naturally present in some essential oils) according to Annex III to EU Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.

👃 Organoleptic Characteristics

• Appearance: clear, mobile liquid.
• Color: colorless to pale yellow.
• Odor: fresh, sweet, and minty with herbaceous and slightly green undertones — characteristic of Mentha spicata.

Which part of the plant is used to make this essential oil?

• Spearmint essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of the plant's leaf tips. 🌿
• These parts contain the most menthol and mild aromatic compounds, responsible for its soothing, digestive, and refreshing properties.

What is the difference between peppermint and spearmint?

• They are distinguished by their menthol content (the active substance in the essential oil).
• Peppermint essential oil generally contains 40 to 50% menthol, which gives it its stimulating and refreshing properties, while spearmint essential oil contains only 10 to 30% menthol, making it gentler and better suited for digestive issues and calming the mind.

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