Peppermint essential oil is one of the most renowned aromatic oils for its immediate cooling effect and sharp, penetrating aroma. Its natural balance of menthol (freshness), menthone (tonicity), and esters (aromatic roundness) makes it a must-have in active care formulations, hygiene products, and energizing wellness rituals. It’s popular in sports treatments, purifying formulas, and sensory cosmetics for an intense “fresh shock” effect.

Properties (indications)

Information intended for formulators. Not a therapeutic claim for finished products.

• Intense refreshing effect
  Provides immediate cooling sensation, ideal for invigorating care.
• Sensory tonic and energizing
  Stimulating aromatic note suited to wake-up rituals and sports care.
• Gentle purifying
  Can be integrated into cleansing and skin-purifying treatments.
• Local comfort (traditional aromatherapy)
  Used in gels or oils for high-use areas (neck, temples — professional use only).
• Clarity & breathing
  Fresh scent associated with a feeling of clear breathing and increased alertness.

Applications

Sports & body care

• “Fresh effect” gels
• Post-exercise energizing massage oils
• Light leg treatments
• Soothing aromatic balms

Face care & hygiene

• Purifying cleansers
• Refreshing mists (very low dosage)
• Natural toothpastes & mouthwashes
• Toning deodorants

Well-being & spa

• Energizing diffusion
• Freshness ambiance sprays
• Invigorating bath salts

Formulation integration

• Indicative dosage: 0.1% to 1%
  (Face: 0.05%–0.3% recommended)
• Recommended carriers: light oils (grape seed, jojoba), aqueous gels, cleansing bases, light creams
• Aromatic synergies: eucalyptus, lemon, rosemary, spike lavender, ginger, tea tree

Precautions for use

• Concentrated oil → essential to dilute
• Not for use in pregnant/breastfeeding women and children (traditional guidance)
• Avoid application near the eyes, lip contour, and mucous membranes
• Patch test recommended, especially for sensitive skin
• Use moderately on areas near the face
• Caution if neurological history