Balm Mint Bush

Botanical Name

Prostanthera melissifolia

Plant Family

Lamiaceae

Country of Origin

Australia

Common Method of Extraction

Steam Distilled

Plant Part Typically Used

Leaves

Color

Clear to pale yellow

Consistency

Thin

Perfumery Note

Top

Strength of Initial Aroma

Strong

Aromatic Description

Sharp, fresh, penetrating, medicinal, mint/eucalyptus-like, camphoraceous

Possible Substitute Oils

Peppermint, rosemary, spearmint

Blends Well With

Basil, cardamom, cedarwood, citronella, eucalyptus, frankincense, lavender, lemon, peppermint, rosemary, sandalwood, spearmint, orange, tea tree

GRAS status

YES

Balm Mint Bush Essential Oil Uses

• Brightens mood and raises spirits
• Helps open sinuses
• Offers support during the cold and flu season
• Assists with seasonal allergies
• Promotes healthy skin and clears blemishes
• Calms and relaxes the mind and body
• Diffuse to clean and freshen the air in your home
• Mix with lime for hand soap
• Make a massage oil for a revitalizing experience
• Add to your morning wake up routine
• Blend with orange to make a kid friendly roll on
• Use in natural household cleaning

Major Constituents of Balm Mint Bush

• 1,8 cineole 22.52%
• piperitone 33.82%
• alpha pinene 20.59%
• linalool 11.42%

Balm Mint Bush Essential Oil Safety Information

Balm Mint Bush is a relatively new essential oil, so no contraindications are known.

Recommended Dilution Range

General Safety Information

Do not take essential oils internally nor apply undiluted essential oils, absolutes, CO2s or other concentrated essences onto the skin without advanced essential oil knowledge or consultation from a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. Read, Birkat Natural’s, Guide to Diluting Essential Oils, for general dilution information. If you are currently experiencing pregnancy, epileptic, have liver damage, have cancer, have any other medical problem, or are otherwise under the care of a physician, use oils only under the proper guidance of a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. Use extreme caution when using oils with children and be sure to first read the recommended dilution ratios for children. Consult a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using oils with children, the elderly, if you have medical issues or are taking medications. Carefully read Birkat Natural’s Essential Oil Safety Information page, before using any essential oil. For in-depth information on oil safety issues, read Essential Oil Safety by Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young.

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