# Spearmint

> Spearmint, Mentha spicata, steam-distilled from non-sprayed leaves in the USA: crisp and fresh, calming and uplifting rather than stimulating, a lighthearted mint for the diffuser and the soap dish.

Price: 17.00 USD · in stock

## About
Brush past a bed of spearmint on a summer afternoon and the scent that rises is crisp, fresh and lighthearted. Many think of spearmint as a milder peppermint, but the two oils have very different chemical makeups and very different characters.Our Spearmint is Mentha spicata, steam-distilled from non-sprayed leaves in the USA. Unlike peppermint, it is calming, relaxing and uplifting rather than stimulating, a gentle alternative to the familiar citrus oils when you want to brighten a room. Some use it in a facial soap for oily skin, and an equal blend of peppermint and spearmint makes a delightfully refreshing scent for the car.DetailsBotanical name: Mentha spicataOrigin: USA, non-sprayedMethod: steam distillation of the leavesShelf life: about 2 to 3 years after openingHow to useDiffuse a few drops, or blend it with other oils and dilute it well before it touches skin, to avoid irritation. Store it in the dark, ideally refrigerated, and decant a half-full bottle into a smaller full one to extend its life.For long summer drives and bright afternoons, bring it home.