Botanical Name: Mentha spicata.
Aroma: Very similar to peppermint, slightly sweeter.

A cooling and refreshing oil which helps relieves headaches. Helps one to stay awake. Indicated for all sorts of respiratory problems, sinusitis, and chronic bronchitis. If used in full body massage, use only a minute amount; massage in local areas may be preferable. Stimulates a tired mind.Used externally it may be helpful with digestive problems such as vomiting, flatulence, constipation and diarrhea. Seems to relax stomach muscles, relieves hiccups and nausea. May help with travel sickness. Good oil to use externally on children with digestive problems such as nausea, constipation and diarrhea. Commonly used for digestive problems, motion sickness, nervousness, stress, and tension; it can also help stimulate the appetite. Used in blends, spearmint gives an interesting lift and top note to certain floral oils. This sweet, minty oil offers a softer, more gentle energy than its botanical cousin peppermint. You can blend spearmint oil with lavender oil to make a calming children’s bath.

Blends well with basil, grapefruit, lemon and rosemary.