💧 Natural Peppermint Hydrosol – Mentha piperita
A refreshing floral water that awakens the skin, revitalizes the senses, and brings calm with every application.
✨ Description
Peppermint hydrosol, obtained by distilling the leaves of Mentha piperita, is a natural tonic with revitalizing, toning, and soothing properties. With its fresh, minty aroma, it is ideal for refreshing the skin, relieving fatigue, and providing an instant cooling effect. Especially beneficial for oily and combination skin, as it helps balance sebum and tighten pores without drying. It also soothes irritation and provides relief on hot days or after sun exposure.
🔎 Organoleptic Profile
- Color: Clear and transparent liquid.
- Texture: Light, watery, refreshing, and quickly absorbed.
- Aroma: Gentle, fresh, and minty; less intense than peppermint essential oil but equally toning.
💚 Properties
- 🌿 Facial toner: Balances sebum and tightens pores.
- 🔥 Soothing: Relieves sunburns, insect bites, and skin irritation.
- ⚡ Revitalizing: Provides instant freshness to tired skin.
- ❤️ Anti-redness: Reduces inflammation and calms sensitive skin.
- 🧘 Aromatherapy: Refreshes the mind, improves concentration, and reduces stress.
🌸 Cosmetic and Therapeutic Uses
- Daily facial toner: Refreshes and mattifies the skin after cleansing.
- Body spray: Perfect after a shower or on hot days for instant freshness.
- After-sun soothing: Relieves redness and discomfort after sun exposure.
- Aromatherapy: Spray in the room or on a handkerchief to boost mental clarity and focus.
🧴 Storage
- ❄️ Refrigeration: Keep in the fridge to maintain freshness and prolong shelf life.
- 🌑 Protection: Store away from direct light and heat.
- 💨 Spray bottle: Recommended to reduce contamination and ensure easy application.
🛠️ DIY Recipes
🍃 1) Refreshing Facial Toner
Ingredients:
- 50 ml peppermint hydrosol
- 1 tsp aloe vera gel (optional, for extra hydration)
- 3 drops tea tree essential oil
Preparation: Mix all ingredients in a dark spray bottle. Shake before use and apply to clean skin.
Benefits: Refreshes, balances sebum, and revitalizes the skin.
🌞 2) Summer Cooling Body Spray
Ingredients:
- 50 ml peppermint hydrosol
- 5 drops lavender essential oil
- 5 drops peppermint essential oil
Preparation: Combine in a spray bottle and mist over the body on hot days or after sun exposure.
Benefits: Cools and soothes the skin, providing instant relief.
🦵 3) Revitalizing Compress for Tired Legs
Ingredients:
- 50 ml peppermint hydrosol
- 5 drops rosemary essential oil
Preparation: Mix in a bowl, soak a clean towel, and apply to legs for a few minutes.
Benefits: Refreshes, stimulates circulation, and relieves heaviness in the legs.
⚠️ Precautions
- For cosmetic and aromatic use only, not for ingestion.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- For very sensitive skin, perform a patch test on the forearm first.
ℹ️ Important
The information provided by Essenciales is for educational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice. Always consult a specialist before use if pregnant, breastfeeding, or suffering from specific medical conditions.