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Garden retailers will sell this variously as Lemon, Orange, Lime, Eau de Cologne mint, etc. Botanists say they are really all the same, and that the suggestion of taste differences is more marketing than anything else. They agree that there is possibly a hint of citrus, but that how you interpret it is up to you. They also point that the probably the amount of citrus taste may vary based on how much sun, type of soil, etc, that the plant gets.
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Blends well with: Most other mints and citrus oils, Basil Sweet, Geranium, Lavender 40/42, Rosemary, and Sage History: The History of mint plants dates back to at least 1,000 BC when the ancient Egyptians used it as part of their funerary process. Most of the plants used and cultivated today originated in the Mediterranean. The name itself comes from the Latin menta or menth, the Greek minthe or minthos and the Germanic version minta. The ancient Romans used mint plants to adorn themselves and their tables, and the use of mint by the Egyptians has also been well documented. The Romans believed that the consumption of mint would increase the intelligence The smell of mint in their houses was also a symbol of hospitality. In medieval times mint was used to cure mouth sores, dog bites, and insect stings, it helped to whiten teeth and prevented the milk from curdling. In Greek myth, Minthe was the name of a beautiful water nymph who was pursued by Pluto, god of the underworld. When his wife Persephone found out about the dalliance she turned Minthe into a plant that would be trodden underfoot. Having been caught in the act, Pluto could do nothing but accept his wife's vengeance. But he did turn Minthe into the herb mint that when trod on would release a beautiful fragrance. The ancient Romans used mint to adorn themselves and their tables, and the use of mint by the Egyptians has also been well documented. The Roman, Pliny the Elder, advised scholars to wear a crown of mint plants to aid concentration, but he also warned lovers that it was contrary to procreation. The Greeks, however believed the opposite - their soldiers were warned to avoid mint during a war as it was feared that increased love-making would diminish their courage. Mint is said to bring luck and helps to increase your money prospects if a few leaves are rubbed into the purse.
While Bergamot Mint has subtle citrus notes, it is not related to bergamot essential oil. It is a unique essential oil that is different from Bergamot and Peppermint even though its aroma is a combination of fresh mint and soft citrus. It has the uplifting energy of peppermint with the emotionally balancing presence of bergamot.
Bergamot Mint, despite its name, is not related to the bergamot fruits. It is a perennial flowering herb that belongs to the Lamiaceae family. Steam distillation is used to extract the essential oil from the Mentha citrata leaves and stems.
Bergamot Mint essential oil is sometimes called orange mint. It is ideal for diffusion and inhalation due to its invigorating and soothing fragrance. While the smell of bergamot mint oil is lovely all by itself, it blends well with citrus oils, as well as floral oils. Here are some oils that bergamot mint blends well with:
Mints have been used throughout history to address pain, fever, digestive issues, and congestion. Spearmint was used by ancient Greeks in their bath water. The Romans introduced spearmint to Britain where it was used to prevent milk from curdling. In medieval times, it was widely used in oral hygiene to heal sore gums and whitening teeth. Mint was used in China 4,000 years ago. In the Mediterranean, it was often used to soothe, cool, and relax hot tired feet. The aromatic part of the mint plant resides in microscopic glands or pockets which hold the essential oil. The essential oil is released when either pressurized (squeezed or pressed) or heated such as in the steam distillation process.
We offer the following three mint essential oils at Pompeii Street: Bergamot Mint (Mentha citrata), Spearmint (Mentha spicata) and Peppermint (Mentha x piperita). All three provide a cooling effect to the skin, deodorize, and relieve muscle aches and pains when applied topically with a carrier oil. Each of our mint oils is steam distilled using the top leaves of the plants.They all have a 4-5 year shelf life when stored properly. So what are the differences?
Spearmint has a much lower menthol content than peppermint which makes it a better option to use around children. It is also a safer oil during pregnancy and with elderly. There are no safety concerns with using spearmint in that it is shown to be non-toxic, non-irritant, and non-sensitivity.
It is cooling and is a popular choice in addressing indigestion, colic, feverish illnesses, and many childhood ailments. It is also effective for use with muscle spasms, minor pain and inflammation. Spearmint is found in many of our current oral hygiene products.
On an emotional level, spearmint is uplifting, reduces mental strain, fatigue, stress, and depression. Spearmint is also quite effective in addressing minor skin conditions such as acne, dermatitis, and congested skin.
Add just 1 drop of Spearmint oil to a small mug or bowl of hot water. Place a towel over your head to capture the vapors. Close your eyes and breathe deeply to cleanse congested skin, kill bacteria and combat acne issues.
Because of the high menthol content in peppermint, it is a skin irritant. For topical use, apply at a low dilution (1% maximum). A good dilution to start with is (approximately 0.5%) just 1 drop for every Tablespoon of carrier lotion or oil, or just 2 drops peppermint per fluid ounce of carrier). The maximum dilution for children is 0.5%. Do not use near the nose in children under the age of 10. Do not use during pregnancy or while breast feeding. Avoid use in cardiac fibrillation.
Bergamot Mint (Mentha citrata) 5ml Pure Essential OilBergamot Mint Essential Oil is Cold Pressed or steam distilled using the flowering tops. Bergamot Mint has a light, minty, citrus like aroma. Bergamot Mint Essential oil is know to be calming and emotionally uplifting. It has been used as an alternative to peppermint being a more gentle. It is used to soothe for the nervous system.Image for display purposes 041b061a72
