Menthol

INCI Name

Menthol

The menthol crystals that this oil is made from come directly from India. We melt the crystals in a 3:1 dilution of Sweet Almond Oil to Menthol Crystals.

Highest Quality USP Grade Menthol Crystals

Menthol originates naturally from mint plants and synthetically manufactured. Peppermint oil and other mint essential oils contain menthol, and it can be taken directly from the essential oil. It is traced back to the 1700’s, but the Japanese have claimed to use the product since before that time.

Most Common Uses of Menthol:

Menthol is most commonly used for inflammation and irritation. It can be used on the outside of skin to help heal redness and scaring, and also it is ingested for throat and mouth irritation. Furthermore, it is used as an ingredient in perfume, as a pesticide, mouthwash, and within many other bath and beauty products. Lastly it is used as an active ingredient in many topical analgesics to relieve muscle pain.

Benefits of menthol:

Mouth- Menthol is used within lip balm and throat products. It helps reduce inflammation when applied and soothes sore throat.

Perfume- Menthol is used within perfume as a natural ingredient that helps bring out the scents and flavors of the floral additives.

Skin- Menthol can be applied directly to cuts, scrapes and bruises to reduce inflammation and irritation. It also has a soothing sensation that can assist in the side effects of sunburn and open wounds.

Mental- Many people believe the menthol scent can be used for aromatherapy, as the soothing fragrance can provide relief to stress, anxiety and nervousness.

Breath- Menthol is found within many oral hygiene products like toothpaste, mouth spray, mouthwash and other edible items that assist in preventing bad breath.

Cigarettes- Many cigarettes used menthol to reduce the side effects of smoking, as the menthol will reduce inflammation and irritation.

Application: -No mixing with a carrier oil is necessary since these menthol crystals have been diluted in a 3:1 ratio of Sweet Almond Oil to Menthol. However, if your application requires a lighter dilution, you can further dilute by adding another carrier oil of choice. Rub over your chest for stress, nervousness, anxiety and general mood/mental issues. -Apply directly to open wounds, sunburn, skin irritation and other general redness on the outside of the skin. -Inhale aroma for mood/mental issues. -Mix into perfume or with other essential oils for fragrance and aromatherapy purposes. -Mix into bathwater for calming effects. -Ingest for better breathing and redness/inflammation on the inside of the mouth. -Mix with lip balm products or apply directly to lips to reduce swelling.

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.

The FDA has not evaluated the statements on this website. No claims are made by Birkat Adonai Farm, LLC as to the medicinal value of any products from Birkat Adonai Farm, LLC. The information presented here is for educating our customers about the traditional uses of essential oils and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. You are responsible for understanding the safe application of these products. If you have any questions, please call or email us for further information.